Welcome to John D. MacArthur Beach State Park

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John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is named after the previous owner, John D. MacArthur, who wanted to preserve the area for future generations. This area is a biological treasure, an area to be protected, enjoyed and studied. In the 1970s, Mr. MacArthur donated a section for use as a public park. The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has contributed additional funds to develop the park and nature center.

The park is located in northern Palm Beach County on at the North end of Singer Island, 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive. The park is open from 8am until sundown 365 days a year. The entrance fee is $5.00 per vehicle, maximum of 8 people. Park visitors can participate in a variety of recreational activities, including kayaking, fishing, bird-watching, and snorkeling. [driving directions & map]

Park Events

Speaker Series Highlight:
Under the Boardwalk:
Submerged biodiversity of the Lake Worth Cove estuary
Saturday, February 11, 2012 | 11 am - 12:00 pm.

Speaker Series Highlight:
The Prehistory of MacArthur Beach State Park: Sun, Surf and Questions?
Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

2012 Photography Contest

CATEGORIES:

Youth (18 years and under) | Adult
• Animals & Insects
• Wildlife
• Flowers & Trees
• Plant Life
• Beach Scenes
• Landscape
• Fun at the Park
• Water Images

• Contest entry fee of $5 per image
• Photography Entry Form (see below)
• Model Release (if necessary)
• Images in digital format on Compact Disk
• All entries must be received by 5 pm on Thursday, March 28, including entry form and release

• Use your gifts and talents to help preserve Florida's natural and cultural resources
• Stay active and involved
• Meet new people
• Do meaningful and satisfying work
• Gain work experience
• Help improve your community and Florida's State Parks

Our need for volunteers varies from season to season. We will match your abilities and interests to the needs of the Park. Please contact our Park Services Specialist at (561) 624-6970.

• NATURE TRAILS • KAYAKING • SNORKELING • SUMMER CAMPS • MOONLIGHT CONCERTS • TURTLE WALKS •