Back to Natural Areas
Lake Worth Lagoon
At this time, the observation tower is closed to the public.
All visitors to the natural areas must follow Center for Disease Control Guidelines and the County’s Emergency Orders.
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH BOTH AT THE LINKS PROVIDED BELOW AND
Wear face coverings, recreate in groups less than 10, maintain social distance of at least 6 feet apart while on the trails, and avoid touching common surfaces such as handrails, benches, etc. to be safe while visiting.
Palm Beach County Emergency Orders
Centers for Disease Control COVID-19 Guidelines
Ocean Ridge
1 Corrine Street, Ocean Ridge
The southern most jewel within Lake Worth Lagoon
Open Sunrise to Sunset, 365 Days a Year
At a Glance
This 27-acre site is accessible by boat, bicycle, and on foot and contains two native Florida ecosystems: maritime hammock and mangrove swamp. Red, black, and white mangrove trees provide places for wading birds to nest in the branches and juvenile fish and small crustaceans to hide among the mangrove prop roots just below the water line.
Wildlife Observed
- Blue land crab
- Yellow-crowned night-heron
- Red-bellied woodpecker
- West Indian manatee
Before You Go
This site is accessible by pedestrian traffic or kayak , canoe, or small boats.
There is no designated parking area.