Peanut Island, West Palm Beach by danette

Peanut Island, West Palm Beach

The home of a former Coast Guard station, it was taken over by the Secret Service in the early 1960's. When John F. Kennedy was President, the Kennedy Compound was nearby. There was a nuclear bunker built behind the Coast Guard building in case the President needed protecting. It was used as a museum for many years, but closed a few years ago. This island is a very popular spot for boating every weekend as the waters are crystal clear and the reef is supposed to be great for snorkeling. The tall buildings in the back are on Singer Island.
So interesting. Love the water in this shot. Great colors.
September 20th, 2020  
It looks so beautiful and such an interesting history.
September 20th, 2020  
Beautiful view and capture! I've never heard about it before now.
September 20th, 2020  
Nice capture
September 20th, 2020  
Great shot of a very interesting piece of history
September 20th, 2020  
What a wonderful looking place. Loved reading about it.
September 21st, 2020  
Looks like a great spot!
September 21st, 2020  
Awesome capture. Interesting story about the site.
September 21st, 2020  
Great shot of a beautiful historic set of buildings. Interesting story to go with it.
September 21st, 2020  
Cool history and the day looks gorgeous!
September 21st, 2020  
Beautiful shot of this lovely setting, interesting info too.
September 21st, 2020  
I really like all the colors in this shot. I'm guessing you took this photo while on a boat.
September 21st, 2020  
I knew immediately whose this was from all-the-blue! :)
September 21st, 2020  
Gorgeous scene! So what has become of the buildings and grounds now? Is it a residence?
September 21st, 2020  
@thewatersphotos The County owns the land. It will take a few million to restore the buildings and bunker. The island is used as a park and a campground.
September 21st, 2020  
@rhoing Looks like I can't hide!
September 21st, 2020  
Nice shot
September 21st, 2020  
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