About Limestone Creek, Florida

History

Limestone Creek, Florida is located just to the west of the town of Jupiter. The area’s history is a rich one that dates back to a time before Europeans had ever made their mark on the peninsula. The area was originally inhabited by various Seminole tribes throughout the centuries. These people thrived off of the abundance of the region. The area has a natural abundance of food from its proximity to the ocean and its perfect climate for growing fruits and vegetables. In 1513 Juan Ponce de Leon landed in Florida and quickly claimed the region for Spain. When Ponce de Leon and his men arrived in the vicinity of Jupiter, they named it Jobe (pronounced Hoe-bae) after the Seminole village that was located nearby. The English would one day misinterpret this name when they took control over the Florida colony. They believed the name to be Jove the mythological god that they called Jupiter. Since they were taking over the region and eliminating the Spanish influence, they renamed the area to Jupiter. The region went through a significant boom in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This boom was fueled by the railroad and the abundance of agriculture in the region.

Unfortunately, the Great Depression caused the boom to collapse and ushered in hardship for the next 20 years. The outbreak of World War II turned everything around. The United States government spent tons of money on the region in order to beef up coastal defenses during the war. This influx of dollars turned the economy around and brought in a new wave of population growth. Over the next 50 years, the area would become one of the country’s premier tourist destinations.

Today

Today the tourism industry is the number one industry in the area. Limestone Creek residents benefit from their proximity to Jupiter. The population of the community is only around 600 people.

Things to do

There are several things to do in the vicinity of the Limestone Creek. This particular area of Southeastern Florida is loaded with nature areas and wildlife reserves. Within a very short drive of the town are the Loggerhead Marinelife Center, the Cyprus Creek Natural Area, the Loxahatchee River and Lake Worth Creek Aquatic Reserve, the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Jonathan Dickinson State Park. A little bit farther out will get you to the Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area, the Atlantic Ridge Reserve State Park, and the Jones/Hungryland Wea. In addition to nature, the region is also known for golf. There are over a hundred courses within driving distance of Limestone Creek. There are also several right nearby including the Jupiter Country Club, Old Marsh Golf Club, and the Riverbend Country Club. Golfers of all skills and budgets will find a course that fits them in this golfer’s paradise.

Lastly, Southeastern Florida and the region of Jupiter is known for its beaches. The Gulf Stream passes right by the coast and brings warm waters and perfect climate. People come from all over the country to take in the beautiful beaches and they are all just a short drive away.