Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area

07/30/2025

🌟 Join Us for Coffee & Construction at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area! 🌟

☕ Start your morning with a delightful cup of coffee while you chat with knowledgeable staff and the Bureau of Land Management’s Project Manager about the ONA Shoreline Stabilization Project.

You'll be updated on the construction progress and take a guided tour of the project area. Take this chance to gain insights into the work being done to preserve and enhance the unique resources of the public lands at the ONA. Discover the project’s goals, the techniques being utilized, and the progress achieved so far.

Important Details:

This event will involve walking off-trails and across construction site surfaces, so suitable closed-toed footwear is required.

The guided tour will require the use of a reflective vest (provided to attendees for the guided portion of the program).

📅 Dates: August 5th, August 21st @ 9am – 10:30am
📍 Location: Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area

Free Activity - Limited Space – Sign Up via our Partners at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum:

Link to the Aug. 5th: https://ow.ly/UgbN50WxpOi

Link to the Aug 21st: https://ow.ly/9lZy50WxpOk

07/03/2025

I spy with my little eye...an orange sulphur butterfly. These leaf-looking butterflies are common here at the ONA but can be easily missed if you don’t look closely! Next time you are out on the trails, keep an eye out for these beautiful creatures on flowers, leaves, and fluttering by!🦋

Photo Credit: BLM Intern

06/25/2025

06/04/2025

06/03/2025

Today we are spotlighting the zebra longwing butterfly. The zebra longwing is the State Butterfly of Florida! ☀️🍊
They can be found at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse ONA all year round but are seen most abundantly around June. On average, adult butterflies live only 2-4 weeks. But, over time, the zebra longwing has developed a 'pollen milkshake' recipe that allows them to increase its lifespan to live up to several months!

05/28/2025

Hermit crabs are commonly found creatures along the coast of Florida. While they do not harm humans and are easy to pick up, we ask that you do not. Hermit crabs are not pets and prefer to be in their natural environment rather than your hand! 🏖️
Despite their name, Hermit crabs are more closely related to lobsters than crabs. 🦞 There are 1100 species of Hermit crabs across the world! Hermit crabs live for around 3 to 4 years and can be anywhere from 1/4 of an inch to 4 inches in size!
Keep your eyes peeled for these friendly little creatures!🦀
📸: BLM

05/16/2025

Happy Friday! Summer is right around the corner, which means summertime activities are too ☀️ And what better activity is there than to journey through your 🗺️
Why not go all out? With an America the Beautiful pass, you can access 2,000 recreation areas managed by five Federal agencies! There are eight types of passes, some are purchasable, but others are free to qualifying individuals. To find out about eligibility requirements or for more information, visit: http://ow.ly/A24F50OsmqJ
You can pick up your America the Beautiful pass at the ONA! To schedule your appointment, call (561) 295-5953 or email [email protected]

05/07/2025

The lagoon is an extraordinary part of the ONA due to its exclusive access and array of wildlife. Upsidedown jellyfish are the most prominent animal in the lagoon, but often times you may see manatees, bull sharks, mullet, crabs, and more! The lagoon is best accessible at high tide by kayak or paddleboard. We hope to see you on the water!☀️

Photo Credit: BLM

05/05/2025

Last chance to RSVP! 📬

Don't miss the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse ONA Public Meeting this Thursday, May 8th, 5:30-7pm at 500 Captain Armours Way, Jupiter, FL 33469!

✅ Hear 2024 highlights
✅ See 2025 plans
✅ Get Shoreline Project updates
✅ Celebrate TWO anniversaries!
✅Free event w/ refreshments.

RSVP now: https://ow.ly/LlBu50VIY4B

05/01/2025

Interested in volunteering to better the environment? The ONA hosts many events yearly, such as beach clean-ups, mangrove planting, invasive plant removal, and so much more! If you are in need of community service hours or simply want to support the ONA, keep up with our page and regularly check our website: https://www.blm.gov/.../eastern.../jupiter-inlet-lighthouse

Photo Credit: BLM

04/30/2025

Hear directly from BLM managers & Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum! 📣📣

Join the ONA Public Meeting May 8, 5:30pm at 500 Captain Armours Way, Jupiter, FL 33469. Get updates on accomplishments, future plans (incl. Shoreline Stabilization!) & celebrate 's anniversary + ! Refreshments provided.

RSVP requested: https://ow.ly/T1vc50VIXIm

04/25/2025

The hotter it is, the more likely you are to see this little guy scurrying about the trails at up to 18 mph speeds. ☀️

The Six-lined Racerunner is one of the only native lizard species at the Outstanding Natural Area and is often seen speeding about the scrub habitat surrounding the north trail. 🌴