Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge

Refuge waters include Intracoastal Waterway and surf fishing at North Beach. Saltwater fishing is permitted on the beach and along the Intracoastal Waterway. Fishing season is year-round. Available species include bluefish, spotted seatrout, flounder, red drum, spot, Spanish mackerel and snook....

A wide variety of animals can be seen on the Refuge. Shorebirds and seabirds flock to the Refuge beach. Reptiles, amphibians and fish can be seen on display at the Visitor Center as well as along the Refuge trails.

Scenic photography opportunities are boundless at the Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge. You can capture amazing sunrises when the Refuge opens at the Indian River Lagoon beach or the Atlantic Ocean beach. Our trails also provide great wildlife photography opportunities...

Leashed dogs are allowed ONLY on the trails around the Visitor Center. Pets of any kind are NOT permitted anywhere else on the Refuge, which includes the beach at the north end of the Refuge (on Jupiter Island). Not allowing dogs on the Atlantic Coast beach protects sea turtles and nesting...

Embark on a journey through the rare and unique Florida sand pine scrub and hardwood hammock habitats. Hiking trails include the Hammock Trail, Jupiter Island Trail, Visitor Center Beach Access Trail, and the Scrub Trail. Learn more on our Trails page.