St Augustine Beaches

The St. Augustine beaches boast miles of luxurious sand with beautiful weather year-round. Barrier islands naturally create the island waterway and miles of gorgeous coastline with many public areas for beach recreation and relaxation. Generally, vehicles wishing to gain access to the beaches may do so for a daily fee of $6.00 ($40 annual fee). Please be sure that you observe that no alcohol or glass is allowed. Also, pets must be kept on a leash. Personal watercraft vehicles must be launched from area boat ramps and not directly from the beach.

St Augustine Beaches Information

CRESCENT BEACH

Crescent Beach is located in the southern area of St. Johns County. It is situated on Anastasia Island, a wildlife refuge. This beach offers a serene, natural setting and is a great place for beachcombers. It is one of the most scenic, unspoiled beaches in Florida. Crescent beach offers boating, diving, fishing, and many other attractions. It is convenient to excellent RV and camping facilities

Location: South A1A about 25 minutes from downtown St. Augustine.

ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH

St. Augustine Beach is located on Anastasia Island where you can enjoy sandy beaches, the St. Johns County Pier, a playground, pavilion, fishing pier, volleyball courts, bait shops, fine restaurants, shopping and more. RV and cabin camping areas are located nearby. Vehicles are permitted on the beach within designated areas

Location: 2106 A1A South, St. Johns County Pier
Phone: (904) 471-1596

ANASTASIA STATE PARK AND RECREATION AREA

Anastasia State Recreation Park is a protected bird sanctuary and consists of 1,700-acres and five miles of beautiful, sandy beaches. It features swimming, lifeguards, a bath house, hiking, nature trails, a boat ramp, fishing, a volleyball court, beach equipment rentals such as umbrellas and beach chairs, canoes, nature trails, grills and picnic areas, concessions, a covered pavilion, gift shops, playgrounds, and camping. Vehicles are prohibited from driving on the beach at this time.

Location: 1340 A1A South
Phone: (904)461-2033
Hours and Admission fees: Hours are generally 8:00am until sundown. Admission per vehicle (up to 8 people) is $3.25. Each additional person is $1.00. Walk-in or bicycling admission is $1.00.

VILANO BEACH

This serene beach is a local "best-kept secret" offering a wide variety of vacation rentals, lodging, waterfront restaurants, the Vilano Beach Fishing Pier, parasailing and Sea Doo rentals, and many parks. Be sure to visit Surfside Park, 3070 Coastal Hwy, and enjoy a picnic shelter, beach access and outside showers. You may even choose to charter a deep sea fishing boat or a sailboat. Vehicles are permitted on the beach within designated areas.

Location: North A1A just over the Usina Bridge, only 3 minutes from downtown St. Augustine.

NORTH (USINA) BEACH

North Beach offers a serene oceanside environment and two campsites. Enjoy the ocean and the intracoastal waterway. North Beach features great seafood restaurants, boat ramps, a picnic area with grills, restrooms and showers.

Location: North A1A just past Vilano Beach and only about 5 minutes from downtown St. Augustine.

SOUTH PONTE VEDRA BEACH

South Ponte Vedra Beach is located in northern St. Johns County and just south of Ponte Vedra, which is home base for the PGA Tour, the Players Championship each spring, and the Association of Tennis Professionals Tour. You'll find many resorts, upscale shopping opportunities and parks. However, beach access is limited and no vehicles are permitted on the beaches.

Location: North A1A about 20 minutes from downtown St. Augustine.

GUANA RIVER STATE PARK

Guana River State Park is a 2,000 acre sanctuary for endangered species. Recreational activities are many and varied. It features two public beach access facilities, consisting of parking lots and associated dune crossover boardwalks, along a 4.2 mile stretch of otherwise undeveloped beach on the Atlantic Ocean. Swimming, sunbathing, surfing, fishing, shelling and other traditional beach activities are enjoyed here. Pets are prohibited on the beach, but are allowed in other areas of the park on a six-foot, handheld leash. There are no overnight camping facilities or developed picnic areas. For a calendar of events or more information, visit their web site.

Location: 2690 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd. Ponte Vedra Beach, just north of St. Augustine on A1A North.
Phone: (904)825-5071
Hours: 8:00am until sundown all year long