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LOCATION SPOTLIGHT: JUPITER FARMS

The Burt Reynolds Ranch complex

Known to locals as simply “The Farms,” Jupiter Farms is an area surrounded by natural lands and made famous by Burt Reynolds who purchased Al Capone’s hideout and turned it into a multiuse property in the 80’s. Besides film and television projects, the Burt Reynolds Ranch hosted many films, commercials and community events. The history of the area is documented in a video by 9 Fingers Productions, Blue Sky Productions and Silver Beach Productions and can be viewed on YouTube at youtube.com/watch?v=WGhzcg88K8Q.

 
Life along the Loxahatchee River

While much has changed in Palm Beach County, Jupiter Farms has been able to hold on to their rural and rustic roots. The community is quite unique, surrounded by natural lands, the Loxahatchee River and massive park systems to help preserve the natural areas and offer a variety of trails for outdoor activities. Equestrian, hiking and biking trails as well as undisturbed forested areas provide excellent birdwatching opportunities.

The bridge at Riverbend Park

The Ocean-to-Lake-Trail passes through Riverbend Park in Jupiter and other protected lands that the County has procured for use and enjoyment by the public. Sections of the trail were featured in a PBS project titled Hidden Wild that showcases a group of students experiencing the wild areas in PBC for the first time in their lives.