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Amelia Island State Park
Contact Information
Jacksonville, 32226
(904) 251-2320
Driving Directions
Amelia Island is located 7 miles north of Little
Talbot Island State Park on S.R. A1A, or 8 miles
south of Fernandina Beach.
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Amelia Island State Park offers over 200 acres of undeveloped sea island recreational opportunities. This is a perfect place to relax and unwind, search for seashells, or see some rare wildlife. Fishing is the top recreational activity at the park. The Nassau Sound Fishing Bridge State Park offers a mile long bridge for fishing the sound. The shoreline is a favorite of those who like to surf fish. For a truly memorable experience take a horseback ride with Kelly Seahorse Ranch, one of the few places on the East Coast offering horseback riding on the beach.
Park Activities
Beaches
Amelia Island State Park offers over 200 acres of
undeveloped sea island recreational opportunities.
This is a perfect place to relax and unwind, search
for seashells, or even see some rare wildlife, such
as the right whale or piping plover.
Fishing
Nassau Sound is one of the best fishing areas in
northeast Florida and home to the state record Flounder.
The park's mile long fishing bridge spans Nassau
Sound. The bridge/pier is closed to vehicle traffic
and offers the bridge angler ample room to wet his
hook. Many different species of fish, such as whiting,
jacks, and tarpon, can be caught.
Redfish and speckled sea trout are in the sound
year round, but high numbers of them are caught
in the spring and fall. You can use either mullet
or live or dead shrimp for bait. Both mullet and
shrimp can be caught with a cast-net along the shore
of Amelia Island. Jigs and artificial baits are
also effective ways to land the big one. Towards
the south end of the fishing bridge, there are several
small grass flats that hold a wide variety of fish.
The fall mullet run brings in the tarpon, which
prey on the mullet before their voyage down to more
southern waters.
Horse Rentals
Kelly Seahorse Ranch offers guided, beachfront horseback
riding. Saddle up and take a ride with experienced
staff, and gentle, well-trained horses and enjoy
the beautiful beaches of Amelia Island. Ride horseback
on miles of beach where you may witness many of
the island animals in their natural habitat. Dolphins
at play, soaring Great Blue herons, wood storks,
and ospreys, or an occasional Right Whale sighting
are possibilities.
Rides go out at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm daily.
For rental reservations and prices ONLY, Call (904) 491-5166
Devil's Millhopper Geological State ParkGainesville, Florida 32653A significant geological formation, Devil's Millhopper is a National Natural Landmark that has been visited by the curious since the early 1880s. Researchers have learned a great deal about Florida's natural history by studying fossil shark teeth, marine shells and the fossilized remains of extinct land animals found in the sink. Read more
Dudley Farm Historic State ParkNewberry, Florida 32669Park staff in period clothing perform daily chores, raise crops and tend to livestock. The farm features seasonal cane grindings, corn shuckings and heritage varieties of livestock and plants. Deer, wild turkeys, gopher tortoises and bluebirds are still seen in the fields. The park has a visitor center, picnic area and nature trail. Read more
Fanning Springs State ParkFanning Springs, Florida 32693Visitors enjoy the picnic area, playground and sandy volleyball court. A boardwalk overlooks the spring and river. White-tailed deer, gray squirrels, red-shouldered hawks, pileated woodpeckers and barred owls are some of the animals seen in the park. Manatees sometimes visit the spring during the winter months. Five full-service cabins are available for rent. Read more
Manatee Springs State ParkChiefland, Florida 32626The spring run forms a sparkling stream that meanders through hardwood wetlands to the Suwannee River. Canoe and kayaks can be rented May through September. Children enjoy the playground in the picnic area. Hiking and bicycling are available on the north end trail system. The full-facility campground is surrounded by red oak woods. Read more
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