DuBois Park

Jupiter, Florida · Palm Beach County

Red Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse on a wooded bluff seen across the blue Jupiter Inlet from DuBois Park
Photo: Dough4872, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

DuBois Park centers on a calm, protected lagoon by the Jupiter Inlet, making it one of the easiest beaches in the area for small kids and first-time swimmers. Parking is free, and amenities include grills, restrooms and a playground. Lifeguard coverage is limited to the lagoon and follows a seasonal schedule, so check the flag first.

LifeguardsSeasonal
ParkingFree
DogsNo
RestroomsYes

Who It's For

DuBois Park is built around a calm, protected lagoon that makes it one of the easiest spots in the area for small kids and first-time swimmers. Families come for the sheltered water, some light snorkeling near the inlet, and paddleboarding on the flat lagoon surface. Crowds run moderate and the lot fills early on weekends.

Parking & Access

The park is at 19075 DuBois Rd in Jupiter, with a free lot on site. Get there early on weekends, since the lot fills fast once the lagoon area gets busy.

Rules & Safety

Lifeguard coverage here is limited to the lagoon swim area, and the schedule changes with the school calendar: guards are on daily during summer recess, then weekends only once school is back in session, and you should only swim when the safety flag is flying. Boat traffic moves through the lagoon and currents pick up near the inlet, so keep young kids close and stay inside the guarded area. Dogs are not allowed at DuBois Park.

What's There

Restrooms, showers, grills and picnic tables sit near the lagoon, along with a playground for the kids. The historic DuBois Pioneer Home, listed on the National Register, sits inside the park and is worth a short walk if you want a break from the water.

Before You Go

Island Water Sports - Delray Beach is about 33.3 miles from DuBois Park, worth the stop when you're in our area for swim gear, sun protection and lessons for the kids.

FAQ

Is parking free at DuBois Park?

Yes, the lot is free, though it fills early on weekends.

Are lifeguards on duty at DuBois Park?

Only at the lagoon swim area, and only on a set schedule: daily during summer school recess, weekends only during the school year, and only when the safety flag is flying.

Can I bring my dog to DuBois Park?

No, dogs are not permitted at DuBois Park.

Nearby beaches

Nearest shop: IWS Delray Beach · 33.3 miles South Florida's surf shop since 1978 · 954-427-4929