1948 Map of Hobe Sound

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Jonathan Dickinson State Park dominates the western landscape of this coastal survey, where the lush Florida scrub meets the winding Intracoastal Waterway. The geography is defined by narrow barrier strips and protected waters like the Jupiter Narrows and Hobe Sound, providing a look at the area before modern sprawling development. Local landmarks such as the Jupiter Island Country Club and the US Coast Guard Station near Bonair Beach highlight the region's mid-century identity as a blend of maritime security and seasonal recreation. Of particular interest to genealogists and local historians are the numerous lettered markers like Simpson Hill (C), Borden Hill (C), and Hild (C), which indicate specific control points or residential developments along the shoreline. The transition from the dense woodlands of the state park to the manicured Golf Course on the barrier island illustrates the emerging land-use patterns of the late 1940s and 1960s.