We will provide updates on reopening as information becomes available. Places We Protect. Learn more. This peaceful, barrier island sanctuary is a well-known model for large-scale, native coastal habitat restoration. The natural features found here are disappearing fast from many Florida islands, and a number of endangered plants and animals call this special place homeโincluding rare loggerhead, green and leatherback sea turtles.
The preserve was named for its rocky Anastasia limestone shorelineโthe largest on the Atlantic coast. At high tide when the sea is rough, seas break against the rocks and force plumes of saltwater up to 50 feet skyward. What exactly are the blowing rocks? Jupiter Island, Hobe Sound, Florida. View Directions Open in Maps. Explore our work in Florida. Tag your preserve visits on Instagram with BlowingRocksPreserve to have your photos featured here!
Brown pelicans: Diverse species of birds, including brown pelicans, feed in the waters surrounding Blowing Rocks Preserve. Faithful beauty moth: Blowing Rocks Preserve provides habitat for pollinators such as the striking faithful beauty moth. Sanderlings: Shorebirds such as sanderlings seek refuge in the rocky Anastasia limestone crevices exposed at low tide. Ruddy turnstone: Shorebirds forage for food in the wrack line, which is piles of seaweed, shells, or other debris deposited by the ocean at high tide.
Beach sunflower: This hardy native plant thrives in dry coastal areas and attracts pollinators such as butterflies. Hiking Trails and Scenic Walks: The preserve features five short trails and scenic walks including:. Swimming and snorkeling: Visitors can swim and snorkel at Blowing Rocks Preserve. Please note that the beach does not have a lifeguard. Visitors can also earn badges as a student of nature on the Seek app.
Beach Bucket Station: Give back to your favorite beach, and turn the tide on marine pollution. Located across from the beach kiosk on the east side of Beach Road, in partnership with the Beach Bucket Foundation. Agents of Discovery app: Explore our incredible preserve in an exciting new way through interactive, augmented reality missions! The beach and ocean conditions at Blowing Rocks Preserve are always changing and might look different each time you visit! Typically, summer months bring calm, clear waters that are excellent for swimming and snorkeling.
