Manager's Message
Come out and enjoy the pristine Big Talbot Island shoreline from the overlook at the Bluffs. From this comfortable vantage visitors can enjoy the weather and view the water sculpted trees that line the shore. A quick 10-minute walk along the trail will give you access to the shoreline where you can walk among these once mighty oaks and pines that have fallen victim to nature's storms and erosion.
The Bluffs is a perfect place for picnicking and pictures. While visiting, please adhere to the posted signs. As another option, visitors can reach the beaches of Big Talbot Island via Black Rock Trail or Big Pine Trail, both located on the east side of A1A.
- Robert Joseph, Park Manager
Welcome to Big Talbot Island State Park
Located on one of Northeast Florida’s unique sea islands, Big Talbot Island State Park is primarily a natural preserve providing a premier location for nature study, bird-watching, and photography. Explore the diverse island habitats by hiking Blackrock Trail to the shoreline, Big Pine Trail to the marsh or Old Kings Highway and Jones Cut through the maritime forest.
Launch a boat from the north end of the island to fish and tour the salt marsh or rent a kayak and take a guided paddle tour with Kayak Amelia, (888) 30-KAYAK (305-2925). Kayak tours require advanced reservation.
Visit The Bluffs and enjoy a picnic at one of the pavilions overlooking the water or take a quick stroll down the trail to Boneyard Beach. The unique beach is famous for the salt washed skeletons of live oak and cedar trees that once grew near the shore. While visiting this unique park, please take only photos. The use of a metal detector is prohibited in the park and removal of driftwood or artifacts from the park is also prohibited.
We welcome you to visit all seven of the parks which collectively comprise Talbot Islands State Parks: Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park, Amelia Island State Park, George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park, Little Talbot Island State Park, Fort George Island Cultural State Park, and Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Big Talbot Island State Park, please call (904) 251-2320.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year. Boat ramp area is open 24 hours a day.
Driving Directions
Big Talbot Island State Park is located 20 miles east of downtown Jacksonville on A1A North, immediately north of Little Talbot Island State Park.
Park Fees
Admission Fees: $1.00/person to access the George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier; $2.00/vehicle entrance fee to access the Bluffs picnic area; $3.00 to use the boat launch.
Big Talbot Island State Park
12157 Heckscher Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32226
Phone: (904) 251-2320
Fax: Contact Park for Number
Citizen Support Organization
Friends of
Talbot Islands State Parks
12157 Heckscher Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32226
info@talbotislands.com
Visitor Service Provider
Kayak Amelia
13030 Heckscher Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32226
Phone: (904) 251-0016
Kayak Amelia
