Palm Beach County is home to a plethora of bicycle paths that traverse verdant landscapes, wind through beautiful neighborhoods, and hug the Atlantic Ocean.
Northeast Everglades Natural Area | North County
A rider stops to admire a sunset on the Bluegill Trail in the heart of the Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area of NENA. Photo by Palm Beach County ERM |
Head up to the northern reaches of the county and discover the Northeast Everglades Natural Area. The perfect place to commune with wildlife while exploring the Floridian terrain of yesteryear, NENA comprises 165,000 acres of natural lands and three multipurpose trails—Bluegill, Historic Jupiter-Indiantown, and Pântano—that are open to the public, and even more trails are in the works.
Ocean Boulevard Path | Boca Raton
The paved Ocean Boulevard Path runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean along A1A and connects Spanish River Park, Red Reef Park, and South Beach Park. Bikers can enter the 5-mile trail at any of these points. While the scenery is stunning, the best part about this path is the much-deserved dip in the ocean to be had at the end of your workout.
Dyer Park | West Palm Beach
Photo by Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation
In addition to nearly 5 miles of traditional bike paths, Dyer Park also has 7 miles of mountain bike trails for the more adventurous. The perimeter trail is the longest at 4.7 miles, but the 2.4-mile-long Hill trail is the most challenging, with significant climbs and descents that are hard to find in South Florida.
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Photo by Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation |
Riverbend Park | Jupiter
The 665-acre Riverbend Park has a number of compacted shell-rock trails that weave through historic landmarks and pristine Florida lands. If you tire of biking, take advantage of the 7 miles of equestrian trails or 5 miles of waterways, perfect for canoeing and kayaking. Bikes, canoes, and kayaks can be rented at the on-site Canoe Outfitters of Florida depot.
Photo by Nicole Capp Holbrook |
Historic Jungle Trail | Vero Beach
Nestled on the barrier islands just north of Vero Beach, the Historic Jungle Trail originated in the 1920s as a sandy road for citrus growers and is now on the National Register of Historic Places. The trail extends from Wabasso to the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and passes coastal wetlands, spectacular homes, and miles of untouched palms that recall Florida’s frontier days.
Lake Trail | Palm Beach
The beautifully kempt Lake Trail is one of the most spectacular treks in the county, providing a view of the water and passing island landmarks like the Flagler Museum, The Society of the Four Arts, and Worth Avenue. If you don’t have a bike, you can rent one and pick up a map of the trail at the Palm Beach Bicycle Trail shop, centrally located on Sunrise Avenue.
Photo by Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation |
John Prince Park | Lake Worth
Spanning more than 700 acres, John Prince Park boasts a 4.5-mile paved bike path. Centered on Lake Osborne, the path offers ample shade as well as access to a variety of other park facilities, including boat-launching ramps, basketball courts, fishing piers, and a golf center.
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