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Reviewed Oct. 1, 2020

Beautiful Park with so much to do. We recommend the River Campground

For hiking, biking(street and mountain), paddling, boating, and a great camping experience, Jonathan Dickinson State Park gives you all of that and more. Located off U.S. 1 in Hobe Sound, this park and campground offer a variety of activities. And depending on which of the 2 camping areas you choose, you can also have a Florida camping experience where the only noise you’ll hear is the rustling of the palm fronds in the breeze.

There are two distinct and very separate campgrounds in the park. The Pine Grove Campground is located along U.S. Route 1 after you go past the ranger station. We looked at the campground from the satellite view on Google Maps. It seemed very open with almost no trees. When we rode through it on our bikes it confirmed what we saw on Google. Immature trees next to flat slabs with no atmosphere. If you want to just experience the rest of the park, or you are just stopping over a night or two on the way to somewhere else, this might be an okay choice. And there are more campsites in this campground that can accommodate Class A motorhomes better than the River Campground.

But if you want to experience the best Jonathan Dickinson State Park camping, pick the River Campground. The River Campground is about 6 miles in from Hwy U.S. 1 and rests on the edge of the Loxahatchee River. These sites are smaller than at the Pine Grove campground. There isn’t a lot of shade here either, but the overall atmosphere is great. Lots of palms trees, pine trees, and saw palmettos. It’s quintessential Florida. And there is no ambient noise at all because you are so far in from the highway.

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Site#125 at the River Campground
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Dale G., October 1, 2020
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Reviewed Jul. 5, 2020

River Campground

We booked a 3 night stay at the River campground. We liked it so much that we booked 2 more nights. It is very quiet and peaceful. A lot of trails. We saw a couple of deer, a snapping turtle, snakes and tortoise. It was great. We now know our favorite spot to camp in...but we’re not telling 😊

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Misty M., July 5, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 2, 2020

Nice park, lots to do

Stayed here during a very HOT weekend May/ June 2020. We stayed in the River Campground, lot 139. This site had a small amount of shade, so it offered some relief from the heat, but compared to other places I have camped this was very exposed. The bugs are pretty bad. Bring your OFF and screened shelters. No-see-ums were bad in the evening, and flies were plenty all day. Lots of ant issues too; we never had a problem with them anywhere else. Once you get past that, there is a ton of stuff to do. A paved and off road bike trail, boat ramps and kayaking, the Florida trail cuts through the park, so there is a lot of hiking. The shower and restroom facilities were kept very clean, and we were very happy with the cleanliness of the park. The off road bike trails are very fun, but just like the rest of the park, very exposed to the sun. This park would be best when the weather cools down in fall and late winter. If you’re a boater, you could get away with it year round, as long as you’re not tent camping.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Rich S., June 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Rich S., June 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Rich S., June 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Rich S., June 2, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Rich S., June 2, 2020
Reviewed May. 23, 2020

Very spacious

We were at site 79.   Very large and peaceful.  Had a great time.  Walked and biked around the campground.

SiteSite 79
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Apr. 30, 2020

Really great park with lots to do!

I loved this park. There was so much to do and so many different environments- coastal sandhills, upland lakes, and scrub forests, as well as the Loxahatchee River. The campground was really nice and very private- huge sites. We would probably try to stay at the other campground in the park next time because they have sewer hook-ups, but the campground we stayed in was very nice. We hiked, walked, and rode our bikes on trails in the park. There were trails, paved bike paths, and off-track bike paths. The campground is near Jupiter, where there are many fine restaurants. We rode our bikes to the Blowing Rocks Nature Conservancy(definitely worth a visit) with a stop at the Tequesta Brewery on the way back.

Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Cindy B., April 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Cindy B., April 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Cindy B., April 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Cindy B., April 30, 2020
Reviewed Feb. 23, 2020

Extremely clean

Spent 2 nights here to a full campground. Facilities all in working area. Large graveled lots with picnic table, fire ring and bbq grill. Sewer, water, 50/30 amp power. Paved roads with some paved walking trails. Plenty of gravel trails. Ample restrooms and showers. Like 1 bathroom/showerhouse for every 20 campsites with vending, washer,dryers and book game share spot. The buildings are kept clean. Also a nice dump area. Dog cleanup stations are along trails.. Bonus they have a clothes line at each site to toss your towels etc over to dry. T-mobile 3 bars LTE or -104db inside rv. Staff very friendly and helpful at check in. A place to come back to. They also have planned activities throughout the week. During work week you hear road noise from USHwy1. If not for the morning and evening traffic on 1 this would be a 5.

My movie of camping area on youtube.

https://youtu.be/xZbjPdWI4QA

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
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  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Mike  Y., February 23, 2020
Reviewed Dec. 10, 2019

Beautiful park

Great site for a day trip or a weekend. Lots of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Conveniently located but feels like miles away from civilization. Stretches from the ocean to outer areas. Shady Pines Camp area is best for tenters, with several tent only sites. The sites aren’t large but fairly private due to foliage. It’s only a short walk to the beach from there. The Lake to Ocean trail runs through here if you’re looking for a multi day hike with primitive camping, just avoid the wet season because water gets quite deep.

Reviewed Aug. 5, 2019

Great tent camping and activities

Have stayed here twice, about 70 miles from my home. Always tented in riverland as sites close to ranger entrance are rv only. One warning if you reserve through toll free service there is a $6 charge and they put me in a terrible spot. Ranger claimed only a few others available, but it was July and almost empty. Finally got a good tent site, grass and adequate privacy. Restrooms super clean, quiet all day and night. Forgot my fan and almost eaten alive saved by Off. People in boat shop - store super friendly. Ice, wood, etc available. Took a 3 hour canoe trip , $25 well spent. Next day rented a bike. Good hiking trails too.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Brian M., August 5, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Brian M., August 5, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Brian M., August 5, 2019
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2019

Two night stay

Awesome campground. Very spacious sites. Your doors and slides don’t open on to somebody else’s site. Very clean and well kept.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Jeremy G., August 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Jeremy G., August 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Jeremy G., August 3, 2019
Reviewed Jul. 20, 2019

So much to do

Awesome park with so much to do. There’s bike trails and hiking trails. You can spend an entire day on the river kayaking, paddle boarding and boating. They have boats and kayaks for rent. There’s 2 camp grounds and we stayed at the river loop. There’s water, 30amp and 2 120 plugs on the pedestal. Only dump station. Bathrooms are very clean. Ocean is a short 6 mile drive.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Corey K., July 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Corey K., July 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Corey K., July 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Corey K., July 20, 2019
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Reviewed May. 4, 2019

Beautiful state park!

We love staying at this park. The Pine Grove sites are full hookups but have no shade. The River sites are close to the river and boat ramp but there is no longer a dump station so you would have to trek about 4miles to the Pine Grove dump station.

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Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Suzie F., May 4, 2019
Reviewed Apr. 30, 2019

Good place to stop for the night.

We stayed in the Pine Grove campground with a tent... this campground was chock full of RVs and trailers. You can only camp on the gravel, not the grass. Not great for the bottoms of tents! Every site is close to the numerous restrooms dotted through out Pine Grove. The restrooms were okay, the showers didn’t always work and they were looking little tired. This campground was super quiet when we went. We saw maybe 2-3 other people in the restrooms and 1-2 people walking around, everyone seemed to be hiding in their RVs. It would be good for RVs, With full sewer, electricity, and water hookups at every site. We liked it because it was easy to get to and close to the 95 (but not too close to hear it).

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Margaret , April 30, 2019
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2018

Worth the Stay!

We absolutely love Jonathan Dickinson State Park. We camped for 10 nights and enjoyed every moment of it! The bathrooms are the cleanest we have ever seen at a campground including expensive campgrounds throughout Florida, California and Colorado. So much to do there too. Family or retirement oriented.

Reviewed Aug. 28, 2018

fun

very clean and tidy campground. friendly people. restrooms were very clean.

Reviewed Aug. 28, 2018

Family Friendly State Park

Recently took a road trip from New England to Florida with my family and had the pleasure of staying here at the Jonathan Dickinson State Park.

This state park accommodates RVs, tent sites, and cabin rentals with two camping areas -- one (Pine Grove Campground) located close to the entrance, right off of US Hwy 1 and seems to be more geared towards RV sites and the other (River Campground) located about four miles into the park along the Loxahatchee River. We stayed in the River Campground.

Spacious sites offered: water, electricity, a picnic table, & a fire ring… and grounds include two well kept bathhouses with laundry facilities. Trees were sparse in some sections so be prepared to create shade. Our site was visited by a young raccoon who didn't seem fazed by us at all; just wanted what we were cooking.

We only stayed for one night, so we weren't able to take in all the park has to offer, but we did walk some of the nature trails along the river towards the newly built amphitheater and swimming area. Unfortunate for us, the swimming area was closed during our stay -- which would have made the stay twice as nice… but the views were still incredible!

If we ever find our way back to south Florida for camping, we'll definitely come back here.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Amy P., August 28, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Amy P., August 28, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Amy P., August 28, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Amy P., August 28, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Amy P., August 28, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Amy P., August 28, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 9, 2018

Large park 2 camp sites

This park has a spacious modern sites close to the entrance. They additionally have another area with closer sites more rustic. Lots of bike trails and hosted a race when we were there. River access with boat rentals and tours. Fascinating nature center. Lookout stand for viewing g and lots of wildlife.

Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Michele W., August 9, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Michele W., August 9, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2018

Pleasant area. Book far in advance!

There are limited options for affordable camping in this part of Florida, so plan to book your stay here a while in advance as it fills up. We are lucky to snag two nights here on our way to Miami. Lots of hiking options and some really nice views. The RV park has full hookups and is almost completely filled with older adult campers high end big rigs. Clean facilities and level sites though.

Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Aug. 2, 2018

family friendly

They have wonderful camp grounds and beautiful cabins. It’s also very family friendly with lots of outdoor activities for families

Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Jun. 21, 2018

RV Tent and Cabin Camping

This park is a haven for bikers and beach going snorkelers! There are 9 miles of mountain biking with trail skill levels ranging from green to black diamond, rated like ski slopes. They are lined with crushed shell and gravel which makes them flowing and fast! There’s also a pump track and skills practice area. There are 2 miles of paved bike trails as well.

Blowing Rocks Preserve beach is about 10 min away on the other side of the intercostal. It is a spectacular site! Limestone cliffs line the beach, and a hard bottom reef lines the shores making for incredible snorkeling! The waters are generally a deep turquoise and crystal clear!

There are two Campground loops. One in the front of the park, mainly for RV as there’s no trees or shade between sites. Because of the lack of trees and the location, these sites get the daily sea breezes! Bath houses and really clean and plenty of them. These lots are huge, with gravel pads.

Water, electric and sewer at every site. Fire rings, picnic tables and posts to hang trash or clothes lines also at each site.

the River Loop is in the back of the park. It has trees and shade but thecsites are a bit more like keyhole lots, very close together and smaller in size. These sites do not get the breezes as they are quite far into the park.

There is river access in the back of the park, with a swimming area, river cruises and canoe rentals. There are hiking trails through the park, and a tower perched atop of the tallest sand dune in the area allows for awesome 360 views. Horse trails and guides horse rides are offered. A playground and historical areas are also there to keep you busy.

We generally stay in the months of May and June as the ocean is quite cold in the spring months.

It gets hot, it’s Florida. There are bugs, it’s camping in nature. Bug spray is a plus, but strong fans seem to be the best way to keep your site cool, and big free.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Shannon K., June 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Shannon K., June 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Shannon K., June 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Shannon K., June 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Shannon K., June 21, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Shannon K., June 21, 2018
Reviewed May. 12, 2018

Great one night with kids.

They have to parts. First one is few miles from main hwy with premitive sites for tents and small RVs.( can rent kayaks there) We stayed there 10 years ago.

Last month we stayed in the Tent in the section closer to the highway.Very nice and clean. Had fire and bbq with kids. Great park for mountain bikeing.

Reviewed Apr. 29, 2018

Fun

We have been at Jonathan Dickinson SP twice in several months. Beautiful, clean, and friendly!

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Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Aug. 10, 2017

Nice

Stayed in the Campground closest to ocean but explored whole facility. Good kayaking & bike walk trails. Nicely spread out so doesn't feel crowded even though it was. Wish there was more privacy with trees & space but it's near ocean, not woods.

Certainly acceptable.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Rebecca E., August 10, 2017
Reviewed May. 1, 2017

Great for tents & RVs w fun surprises

Really had a fantastic time at this campground, I'm typically a tent camper and had great facilities. The cost of camping in Florida isn't cheap though this one actually had the value in it given that you could also rent boats and paddle up river alongside manatees to the wild man encampment. Amazing hiking nearby, the tower to check out, even a little mini museum with reptiles. I enjoyed it so much I would go back.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Anjuli W., May 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Anjuli W., May 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Anjuli W., May 1, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Anjuli W., May 1, 2017
Reviewed Mar. 31, 2017

Great park, not such great camp site.

The park itself is a great park. Disneyland for bikers, beautiful river, and nice trails. However, the camp site is right in the open, no trees and no shade. The ground is just rocks and was uncomfortable. Other than that the park was very dog friendly and my friends and I enjoyed the park.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Eloise N., March 31, 2017
Reviewed Feb. 16, 2017

JD State Park, come for the activities

The park itself is great, lots of killer mountain bike trails and the Loxahatchee river is beautiful. Personally, I hate the campgrounds there is no privacy and it's mostly concrete, they cut down too many trees. That being said this is in my backyard and I remember it when it was completely wooded, I may be a bit jaded.

There are still a couple of spots by the river that are good. Don't bother with the Pine Grove camping it's all RV all the time, no trees at all.

The boat ramp is great and has access to the Loxahatchee, inlet and intracoastal. Tons of wildlife to be seen from land and water.

  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Laura F., February 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Laura F., February 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Laura F., February 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Laura F., February 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Laura F., February 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Pine Grove Campground — Jonathan Dickinson State Park by Laura F., February 16, 2017
Reviewed Jul. 18, 2016

Lots of Space

There was a ton of room for us when we went tp pitch our tent. The area also have plenty or space for RV and their hook ups. I would recommend this area if you love to go kayaking (also bring bug spray)