Activities at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
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BeachesCome relax or play on our beach |
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BicyclingBike areas are provided |
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FacilitiesADA restroom facilities are available at the Vistor Center and Picnic Area. ADA Portalet available at the beach. |
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Fishing
Fishing from the seawall as well surf fishing is allowed at Washington Oaks.
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park is a popular place for recreational fishing. Fishing can be enjoyed from the parks seawall in the Matanzas River and from the beach, if surf fishing is your pleasure. A number of different species are routinely caught including whiting and blue fish in the surf and redfish, drum and flounder and several species of trout along the seawall.
Non residents are required to posses a Florida Saltwater fishing license. Florida residents are not required to posses a license when fishing from shore. |
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Interpretive ExhibitsInterpretive exhibits are available |
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Nature TrailsWashington Oaks Gardens State Park provides trails for both hiking and biking. The Bella Vista trails, include the Timucuan hiking trail, Jungle Road hike and bike trail and the Old A-1-A hike and bike trail. This 1.7 mile trail system explores a mature coastal maritime hammock and ventures into the edge of a dense canopied coastal scrub. The Mala Compra hiking loop is a one half (1/2 mile) loop that explores the ecotone between the coastal maritime hammock and the estuarine tidal marsh along the Matanzas River. The hiking trails at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park were developed by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection in cooperation with the Florida Trail Association. |
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PetsAll pets must be on a 6-foot leash and well behaved at all times. Pets may not be left unattended. You may walk your pet in the picnic area, along the bike trails, and hiking trails but not in the Gardens or on the Beach. |
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PicnickingWashington Oaks Gardens State Park provides a beautiful picnic facility beneath large majestic oaks. There is a covered pavilion with other tables and grills located throughout the picnic area . The picnic areas close proximity to the parks hiking trail and the Matanzas River, makes it a popular meeting place for an after lunch hike. The pavilion is available for reservations by calling the Park office at 386-446-6783. Restroom facilities and a children's play area is also available in the picnic area. |
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PlaygroundFor further enjoyment we have a children's playground located in the picnic area close to the banks of the Matanzas River, commonly referred to as the intracoastal waterway. The playground is equipped with such amenities as a slide and swing set. It is located in a coastal hammock, so is sure to provide ample shade. |
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Visitor CenterCome to our Visitor Center for Information |
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Wildlife ViewingWildlife viewing is possible at this park |
