This Tiny Treasure Coast Beach Town Was Once the 'Pineapple Capital of the World'-and It Has Old Florida Charm

"Jensen Beach, with a population of about 12,500, is a riverfront and oceanfront town located on the Treasure Coast, between West Palm Beach and Fort Pierce. One of its claims to fame-along with being an excellent place for fishing, boating, and scuba diving-is its former title as the "Pineapple Capital of the World.""

""There's something so special about its charm, the community, and the fun that can be had outdoors on the water, the beach, or a hiking trail," adds Carly S. Batts, owner of B the Change Native Plants & Landscape Designs. "It's a place where, at the end of the day, you can just kick back and genuinely relax at one of the many fantastic restaurants.""

Jensen Beach is a quiet riverfront and oceanfront community of approximately 12,500 residents located on Florida's Treasure Coast between West Palm Beach and Fort Pierce. Once known as the "Pineapple Capital of the World" in the late 19th century, the area's pineapple industry declined in the early 1900s due to cold spells, nematodes, and spider mites. Today, Jensen Beach maintains an "Old Florida" charm and serves as a gem for outdoor recreation, including fishing, boating, and scuba diving. The town offers excellent dining options and maintains its character through pineapple-themed art in the downtown area. Local leaders highlight the community's special appeal through its outdoor activities, water recreation, beach access, and hiking trails.

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