Old Florida with a Twist:
Amelia Island State Park in northeast Florida is a few miles east of Jacksonville and features beautiful beaches, salt marshes and coastal forests. It is unique in that it is the only state park that allows horse back riding on the beach and it has a mile-long bridge turned fishing pier, where you can cast a line for some of the best fishing in Florida.
A Park Within a Park:
George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park is located within Amelia Island State Park and requires just one admission for both. The mile-long bridge, spanning Nassau Sound, has been made into a pedestrian-only fishing pier. It offers some of the best fishing in Florida.
Horseback Riding on the Beach:
While a few of Florida's state park allow horse back riding, Amelia Island State Park is the only state park in Florida that offers horseback riding on the beach. Four times a day, 45-minute horseback tours are conducted through the forest and along the Atlantic Coast beach. For more information and reservations, call Kelly Seahorse Ranch at 904-491-5166.
Recreational Opportunities:
If you're looking for a relaxing getaway, take a stroll along the beach to look for seashells or watch the numerous bird species that feed in the area. Additional recreational opportunities, such as picnicking, kayaking, hiking are available at Big Talbot State Park and nearby
Little Talbot Island State Park, which also offers RV and full facility camping.
Location:
Amelia Island State Park is located east of Jacksonville, eight miles south of Fernandina Beach and seven miles north of
Little Talbot Island State Park on State Road A1A.
Hours, Fees & Facilities:
Amelia Island State Park and the
George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park are open 24 hours a day. Admission is $1.00 per person. No pets are allowed on the fishing bridge.
