A $16 million shoreline restoration at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area is nearing completion, adding a boardwalk, trails, kayak and snorkeling facilities while protecting the eroding shoreline and historic lighthouse.
The project aims to halt erosion that had been removing about 7 feet of shoreline per year. Over five decades, the 120-acre site has lost more than 5 acres.
Construction began in March 2025 and is about 95% complete. Originally slated to be finished in August, the final touches and ribbon-cutting will now take place in early December 2026.
New amenities include an 835‑foot boardwalk, an ADA‑accessible trail, a pavilion, expanded kayak access, and a snorkeling area. More than 7,000 mangroves have been planted so far,
with a goal of 10,000 before the project ends. The restoration also includes artificial reef structures and limestone riprap designed to last 75‑plus years and potentially up to 100 years.
Take a look at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse restoration
Jupiter Lighthouse opens venue for weddings, private bookings
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum is now accepting bookings for private events across its waterfront venue spaces. The venue, located within the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area, offers a variety of settings for gatherings, including wedding ceremonies, receptions and celebrations of life.
The newly completed Palm Pavilion can host up to 50 guests and features a covered, open-air design with waterfront views. The space is well-suited for intimate gatherings and celebrations of life. There are more available venues. Read more: Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse opens venue for weddings, private bookings
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