Winter in South Florida is a festival of perfect weather, sunny and breezy days, and picturesque adventures. Escape the frigid temperatures and gray skies of the North and find the all-year-long beaches, the painted sunsets and the endless possibilities of winter in Martin County. Here are just a few ideas:
- Hiking
Martin County is home to miles and miles of hiking trails through Florida’s diverse and exciting landscape. From forests to swamps to dunes, hiking in Martin County is the perfect way to enjoy the mild temperatures and vibrant sunlight. Catch sight of rare migratory birds and enjoy the lush green that covers the trees even through winter. Martin County includes two state parks, Savannas Preserve State Park and Jonathan Dickinson State Park, as well as numerous regional and county parks. For hiking opportunities, see the parks section of discovermartin.com.
- Beaches
Martin County beaches are open all season long with the sun’s bright rays sparkling off the waves as if they never left summer. Earn yourself a deep tan walking down Martin County’s shorelines searching through our enormous variety of shells. Untouched by man, the beaches remain a treasure trove of the ocean’s gems—sea glass, clam shells, sponges, fairy wing shells and shores of purples and pinks. Driftwood and many other ocean wonders wait for those who simply take a stroll down Martin County’s shores.
- Shopping
In Martin County’s cultural centers, darting in and out of the plethora of stores and shops is a fun way to find unique presents and knickknacks in the gift-giving season. With specialty stores like Gumbo Limbo, Nautical but Nice and Coconut Bay Gifts, a winter is well-spent in the shopping wonders of Martin County.
- Sailing
It has been said that Martin County’s sunsets, breathtaking in the summer, are even brighter and more exquisite in the winter, and there is no better way to enjoy the lights of the sky than a leisurely sail down the St. Lucie River. Climb aboard one of Martin County’s many boat excursions for an evening of relaxation in the cool breezes of the Treasure Coast, where winter magnificently meets tropical. The Schooner Lily, launching from downtown Stuart’s Shepard’s Park, offers a genuine sailing adventure and a beautiful ride down the river right at sunset. Visit their website for reservations: https://www.treasurecoastsailingadventures.com/.