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Peanut Island Park

Florida · United States

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Peanut Island is a pint-sized paradise. This gorgeous spot is popular with locals for snorkeling, paddle boarding, and kayaking.

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  1. 1Peanut Island Park

    Welcome to Peanut Island. As you step off the ferry—perhaps having embarked from the Sailfish Marina on Singer Island or the docks at Riviera Beach—take a moment to secure your footing on the floating dock. …

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  2. 2The Loop Trail: Botanical Transformation

    Let us begin our journey by stepping onto the paved walkway that traces the perimeter of the island. This continuous, one-and-a-quarter-mile loop is a triumph of accessibility, allowing visitors of all mobility levels to…

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  3. 3The Secret Bunker: Shadows of the Cold War

    As we approach the northern sector of the island, we encounter a site of profound historical gravity, one that sharply contrasts with the carefree, sun-drenched atmosphere of the beach. Hidden away here, beneath the earth and the…

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  4. 4The Eastern Shore: The Artificial Reef Ecosystem

    We have now arrived at the eastern shoreline of Peanut Island, facing the Palm Beach Inlet. This specific location is widely regarded as one of the premier snorkeling destinations in all of Florida. …

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  5. 5The Southeast Lagoon: The Manatee Sanctuary

    Continuing along our path to the southeastern quadrant of the island, we discover a striking topographical feature: an island within an island. This beautiful, man-made lagoon, spanned by picturesque wooden footbridges, is a…

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  6. 6The Campgrounds: Sleeping Under the Palms

    As we move toward the western interior of the island, the landscape shifts from sandy beaches to a shaded, tranquil grove. We have entered the designated campground area. …

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  7. 7The Western Shoreline: Maritime Commerce and Megayachts

    We conclude our loop by arriving at the western shoreline of the island, facing the mainland city of Riviera Beach. While the eastern shore offered pristine nature and snorkeling, the view from this vantage point provides a…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we make our way back to the main pavilion to await the ferry, it is time to reflect on the remarkable journey of this seventy-nine-acre patch of land. Peanut Island is a geographic paradox. …

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What is Peanut Island Park?

Peanut Island Park is a place in Florida · United States with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationFlorida · United States
TypeNature
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates26.7716, -80.0460
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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