At the southern end of the Martin County, discover the understated elegance of Hobe Sound with its collection of antique shops, funky eateries, art galleries, and nature parks. Hobe Sound is located on the Atlantic Coast with Jupiter to the south and Stuart to the north. This desirable location offers residents easy access to the attractions of both Palm Beach County and Martin County. Of course, Hobe Sound has so much to offer that you may never want to leave town! In addition to the gorgeous sandy beaches, residents enjoy excellent golf courses, annual art festivals, and the town's crown jewel, Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Encompassing over 11,000 acres, it is the second largest state park in Florida. Park activities include rental boats, camping, bike trails, and scenic boat tours of the Loxahatchee River, the first nationally-designated "Wild and Scenic River" in Florida. Nature lovers will enjoy the opportunity to see an abundance of wildlife, since the park is home to alligators, otters, bobcats, deer, and over 140 species of birds including bald eagles. Other popular Hobe Sound points of interest include the Hobe Sound Nature Center and Blowing Rocks Preserve.