Amelia Island fort and beach
A 19th-century brick fort with camping and a beach, about $6 per vehicle (2–8 people) plus a small per-person fort fee as of 2026.
Fort Clinch State Park
A 1,400-acre state park at the northern tip of Amelia Island wrapping a well-preserved 19th-century brick fort, with beaches, maritime hammock trails, and living-history programs.
Area Fernandina Beach Category Experiences Last checked
When to pick it
Travelers pairing St. Augustine with quiet Amelia Island.
Fernandina Beach
Fort Clinch State Park is most useful when you want a place that belongs clearly in the Florida sequence instead of an undifferentiated listing.
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Amelia Island fort and beach
Travelers pairing St. Augustine with quiet Amelia Island.
When to skip it
Skip it when another part of Florida would make the day simpler, calmer, or more honest.
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Historic Atlantic Florida: St. Augustine, Amelia Island, and Palm Beach
Amelia Island fort and beach
A 19th-century brick fort with camping and a beach, about $6 per vehicle (2–8 people) plus a small per-person fort fee as of 2026.
Best for: Travelers pairing St. Augustine with quiet Amelia Island.
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Florida State Parks lists 2601 Atlantic Avenue; the Civil War-era fort has costumed reenactors on the first weekend monthly.Combines a historic fort, quiet beaches, and shady trails a short drive from downtown Fernandina Beach.
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