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Anastasia State Park

 About Anastasia State Park

A campsite in the shady Maritime Hammock.

A NOTE FROM THE MANAGER

Paul Crawford

It is that time of year! We are on the lookout for nesting shorebirds and sea turtles. Once on the beach, you may observe Royal Terns, Brown Pelicans, and Black Skimmers.  You may also see where Loggerhead, Green, and Leatherback sea turtles chose to lay their eggs during their nesting season.

Please be aware, we are still in the production phase of a beach renourishment project on the south end of the park. Construction equipment and pipes will be on the area’s beaches.  The equipment is being used to pump sand onto the shore as part of a countywide effort.  In the park, this is intended to protect the dunes, which are home to the endangered Anastasia Island Beach Mouse. Visitors will still be able to use the beach, but will be restricted to areas not under construction for safety.  Please take extra care with ocean safety during this project. 

I encourage you to take advantage of assorted events and programs offered at the park. Some examples include a ranger led low tide bike ride, to an exciting bird walk viewing shorebirds on the beach and songbirds in the hammock. Furthermore, don’t leave without visiting one of our fascinating cultural resources within the park “The Old Spanish Quarry” located at the entrance to the park. In 1970 this site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in contribution to the settlement of St.Augustine, including the Coquina stone needed to build the Castillio de San Marcos.

 

 

Please contact the park for additional information. 904-461-2000

 

Check out our citizen support organization the “Friends of Anastasia State Park”. They are a great group of unique people who help support Anastasia State Park with services that enhance the experience of all who visit this special place. Please visit their website at www.friendsofanastasia.org  join now and receive a pass for 12 free admissions into the park, a $96.00 value for $25.00.

 

 

DESIGNATIONS

The Great Florida Birding Trail Logo The Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail Logo

GETTING HERE

  • Anastasia is located 1.5 miles north of State Road 312 on State Road A1A, less than 5 miles south of St. Augustine.
  • From I-95 take exit 311. Go east on State Road 207. Turn right on State Road 312. Turn left on A1A. Travel approx. 1.5 miles north to main park entrance. Turn right after The Surf Station.
  • From US-1 turn east onto State Road 312. Turn north (left) on A1A. Travel approx 1.5 miles north to main park entrance. Turn right after The Surf Station.

GET INVOLVED

  • Volunteer - Beachcombers, photographers, nature buffs, mechanics, green thumbs, campground hosts and many others find a home for their talents at Anastasia. The park also offers a docent program. Docents give interpretive programs, lead nature walks or speak with children and community groups about Anastasia State Park. To learn more about volunteering at Anastasia call (904) 461-2034.
  • For forms, information and benefits of volunteering visit Get Involved.
  • Friends of Anastasia
  • 1340A A1A South
    St. Augustine, FL 32080
    Phone: 904-461-2035

CONCESSIONAIRES

PET POLICY

  • Florida State Parks Pet Policy
  • Pets are permitted in the park, but not on the beach. They must be well-behaved and kept on a six-foot handheld leash at all times. Pets must not be left unattended or taken into restroom facilities or concession areas. Please clean up after your pet. Service animals are welcome in all areas and buildings of the park, as required by law.