Heritage Publishing, Inc. © 2014 WATERWAYS
THE INTRACOASTAL The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway stretches more than
1,200 miles from Norfolk, Va. to Key West, Fla. The waterway runs through the First Coast and can be accessed by both commercial and recreational vessels.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maintains the waterway,
which is used by the U.S. Coast Guard, and military equipment and supply transportation barges and vessels as well as commercial and charter fishing vessels, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration vessels, the Department of Energy research vessels, dredging vessels and other watercraft.
The Atlantic Intracoastals’ saltwater rivers, inlets, sounds
and man-made canals are open to recreational vessels providing opportunities to explore the many natural wonders the area has to offer. Residents enjoy sailing, kayaking, jet- skiing, tubing, boating and other leisure activities.
ST. JOHNS RIVER Among the wealth of rivers on the First Coast, the largest
is the St. Johns River. It provides a variety of activities for residents and visitors. Boaters can enjoy fishing, sightseeing, riverside parks and even restaurants. In Jacksonville, some of the biggest annual events take place on the river, such as the Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration and the Jacksonville Light Parade.
In other parts of the First Coast, rivers provide an excellent
escape for those who enjoy quiet camping and scenic boating. Visitors can find themselves surrounded by not only wildlife but also rich history. On Amelia River, boaters can cruise by historic landmarks such as Fort Clinch State Park. In St. Johns County, the Tolomato and Guana rivers surround Guana
River State Park—believed to be where Ponce de Leon first landed in Florida. Further south in St. Augustine, sail around the Matanzas Bay and River to see spectacular views of the Castillo de San Marcos, the Bridge of Lions and the St. Augustine Lighthouse.
_________________________________________________________________ Top: Jacksonville Beach, photo by Jacqueline Persandi Center: Photo courtesy of Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Bottom: Matanzas Inlet Beach, photo courtesy of
FloridasHistoricCoast.com
BEACHES
American Beach, 548-4689 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Not Permitted
Atlantic Beach, 247-5800 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Not Permitted
Crescent Beach, 209-0333 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Allowed with permit
First Coast Relocation GuideTM
Fernandina Beach, 277-7300 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Not permitted
Jacksonville Beach, 247-6236 Dogs: Permitted on leash before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. Cars: Not permitted
Mickler’s Beachfront Park, 209-0331 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Not permitted
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Neptune Beach, 270-2400 Dogs: Permitted on leash before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. Cars: Not permitted
Peter’s Pointe Beach Front Park, 548-4689 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Allowed with permit
South Ponte Vedra Beach, 209-0331 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Not permitted
St. Augustine Beach, 209-0331 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Seasonally with permit
Usina Beach, 209-0331 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Seasonally with permit
Vilano Beach, 209-0331 Dogs: Permitted on leash Cars: Seasonally with permit
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