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Hobe Sound
Half a day for Jonathan Dickinson State Park, then move on: Hobe Sound is a stop, not a base.
Hobe Sound is a small town on Florida's Treasure Coast, best known for Jonathan Dickinson State Park — a large natural area with kayaking, hiking and a historic trapper's cabin. The town itself has a few shops and restaurants along US-1, but most visitors come for the park and leave within a few hours. One night is enough if you want to do the full kayak trip; otherwise, pass through.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Dec–Apr
- avoid Jun–Sep (hot, humid, afternoon storms)
- Airports
- PBI · FLL
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Hobe Sound911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Hobe Sound, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe; typical small-town Florida.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPBI Palm Beach International (About 40 min south on I-95; rental car recommended.).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (diner)$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée (casual restaurant)$15–25
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich$10–15
- BeerBeer (bottle)$4–7
- Budget bedMotel room (US-1), a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel room (US-1), a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel room (US-1), a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$130 · High US$250
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PBI Palm Beach International (About 40 min south on I-95; rental car recommended.) · FLL Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (About 1 h 15 min south; more flight options.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Feb
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Mar
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Apr
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Best: Dec–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Hobe Sound: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Mar
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
May
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Dec
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. US-1 runs through town; I-95 is a few miles west. No public transit of practical use.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
goDoor to door: 5 min
Car, 5 min from town centre on US-1
The main reason to visit. Kayak to Trapper Nelson's Cabin (4 h) or hike Hobe Mountain (30 min).
Jupiter
goDoor to door: 10 min
Car, 10 min south on US-1
Lighthouse, beach and restaurants; good for a meal or sunset.
Stuart
goDoor to door: 15 min
Car, 15 min north on US-1
Downtown with shops and riverfront; a pleasant half-day.
Port St. Lucie
cautionDoor to door: 25 min
Car, 25 min north on I-95
Suburban sprawl; only if you need a big-box store or a chain restaurant.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
US-1 corridor
Motels and a few chain hotels; closest to the park entrance.
Jupiter
10 min south; more dining and accommodation options.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–180 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room (US-1)1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$130 | US$260 |
| Park entry per vehicle1 × US$6 · check | US$6 |
| Kayak rental (half-day, single)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$48 |
| Trip total≈ US$262 per person per day, bed included | US$524 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and rental car excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (diner) | $2–4 |
| Lunch sandwich | $10–15 |
| Dinner entrée (casual restaurant) | $15–25 |
| Beer (bottle) | $4–7 |
| Gas (per US gallon) | $3.50–4.50 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Jonathan Dickinson State Park closes at sundown; plan your kayak rental accordingly.
- Mosquitoes and biting flies can be heavy near the river; bring repellent.
- No Uber or taxi service is reliable in Hobe Sound itself; arrange a rental car.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- PBI → Hobe Sound (rental car, one day): about $40–70 for a compact car (check)
- Taxi Jupiter → Hobe Sound: about $25–35 (check)
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- Hello — Hello (hello)
- Thank you — Thank you (thank you)
- How much? — How much? (how much)
- Where is the park entrance? — Where is the park entrance? (where is the park entrance)
English is universal; no local phrases needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Hobe Sound. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Apr · avoid Jun–Sep (hot, humid, afternoon storms) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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