Yes Fort Matanzas , Washington state Parks , Ocala State Parks , and Jacksonville Zoo are All…read morebeautiful places to visit in northern Florida for those like us who enjoy nature and to visit and to enjoy Gods Beauty at its best .. These are , wonderful place 's to relax and walk thru trails see water ways , and exotic plants and animal . Near Saint Augustine Florida and near the A1A seaside Highway on the Eastern coast . We Do recommend some like Ocala National state Park Offer Excellent Campgrounds.

Nestled on Florida's unspoiled Atlantic Coast, Flagler Beach draws in visitors with its charming,…read morepeaceful atmosphere and retro style while offering six miles of pristine shoreline, ocean-view dining, eclectic shops, lush green parks, bountiful fishing spots, surfable waves, and free access to the beach. Take a walking tour of historic downtown Flagler Beach, check out the museum, or explore the scenic trails at the local nature preserves. This is one of my favorite cities with my favorite beach! Surf's Up!!!

Loved the beach here. Wasn't crowded at all super clean and nice people around. Came from Houston…read moreso this was a cute spot for pictures

Looks good BUT the entire beach front, just underneath the water, is a porous and hole-y shelf of…read morerock. It is, IMO, very dangerous for a dog or a human. I will never take him there again.

In search of a beach to take your fur baby? Here it is! Although dogs are not allowed in all areas…read moreof the beach, there's a long stretch were they are allowed (south of S. 10th and north of N 10th.) We take advantage of this a few times a month, our dog absolutely loves the water and sand and it's never crowded. Note that they do require you to keep your pet on a leash but we always bring our long-line leash so he can roam around. As far as the main "boardwalk" area of Flagler, there's plenty to see and do. We like to sit near the pier and watch the surfers catch waves. There's definitely a friendly, old-school hippy-surfer vibe in Flagler that I love. A few fun beach bars that have outside seating with views of the ocean that make for a great lunch spot. One of my favorite things about Flagler is the drive to get there, take the A1A for a scenic ride up (or down) the coast, it's a real crowd-pleaser for out-of-town guests, they'll love the views! Overall, don't miss checking out this little gem of a city, you won't be disappointed.

This beach is so unique in comparison to almost every other FL beach, and I love it for that! The…read moresand is this cool orangish color because it's a mix of actual sand and crushed sea shells, and it almost gives you this other-worldly feel.. It's also really spongey so it's a good workout just to walk a ways. I felt much more at peace here than some other beaches- it's not as touristy so it's much more chill than some of the more mainstream FL beaches and it's a great change up. There are huge waves- perfect for surfing or boogey boarding. But that being said, the waves hit the shore pretty hard even up close so just something to be aware of if you're bringing kids. They have a big pier to fish off of and bathrooms and rinse station. Right across the street (A1A) all along the road there are dozens of restaurants, shops, and other businesses all within walking distance of the beach, it's so cool and nice to have everything so close by! Flagler is also a half hour from St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, so it's a great place to stay for a few days that's quieter but you can still see more of the coast. I think this is one of the coolest beachtowns I've been to yet. You gotta come here at least once just to experience how different it is!

Old Salt Park has this quiet, natural charm that makes it easy to enjoy from the outside looking…read morein. The dunes feel almost sculpted by time, covered in sea oats that sway just enough to make the whole place feel peaceful. What I love most is that it's a relaxed spot where animals and their owners can simply exist without all the usual chaos of a crowded beach. You see people walking their dogs along the sand or letting them explore the edges of the dunes, and the whole scene feels calm and genuine. Even as someone who doesn't have a dog myself, I like watching those little moments where animals seem perfectly content and humans look just as relaxed. I think that's why Old Salt Park sticks with me. It's not trying to be a polished postcard beach. It's a little wild, a little rugged, and completely unbothered by perfection. The kind of place where nature feels honest and the atmosphere feels easy. It gives you room to breathe, to think, to just take in the view without any pressure. And even without a dog, I can appreciate a place that lets people and their pets be themselves. It's peaceful in a way you don't find everywhere, and that simple, natural beauty is what makes it meaningful to me. there is a great FREE place to park nearby.. or you can park for free at the resort and just walk

This area is great for walking and less crowded than Flagler beach. It's north of Flagler beach in…read morethe Hammock Dunes area of Palm Coast. Dogs are allowed on a leash. There's parking, but not that many spaces, maybe 20. There's a shower and bathroom. You can get there by paying for the toll bridge from I95, or you can get there free by going in from the beach's south in Palm Coast.

Free beach along A1A. Beachside is wonderful. Unpaved parking alongside the road. Walkway to…read morebeach. Whale watching is seasonable but bird/marine life is wonderful!

This is a park with a long stretch of beach. No DOGS allowed unfortunately. For dogs you have to…read morego north to Flagler county line. Occasionally you will see a wright wale go by or dolphins fishing. If you are biking the loop this is a great place to stop and rest at the beach.

Gamble Rogers State Park is another gem in the crown that is Flagler Beach, Florida. My family and…read moreI finally had a chance to spend some time here today, and we really enjoyed it! The park is actually split in two - divided by picturesque Florida Highway A1A (a gem in itself). The ocean side has a honor system pay box where you deposit $5 for the day, and place a numbered stub on your dashboard. The Intracoastal side has a ranger station, staffed by very friendly and informative park rangers. We ended up picking up a yearly family pass for $120. This allows up to eight people to access any of Florida's 175 State Parks. Gamble Rogers is immaculately clean and well-maintained. The picnic areas on the Intracoastal side are particularly nice! The boat ramp and kayak launching areas are very nice as well. Bathrooms were impeccably tidy - something that's always appreciated! We spent some time walking on the Joe Kenner Nature trail, and saw lots of wildlife. There are many campsites here (on both sides). We did not check out these areas because the roads were marked "for registered campers only." My only disappointment was that the beachside public walkover to the beach itself was closed - presumably due to storm damage. Hopefully this gets opened soon, as the only was to access the Gamble Rogers SP Beach would be to utilize one of the several walkovers in the beachside campground (not sure if this is allowed - will ask next time I'm there). Can't wait to go back - a super-nice State Park that is only a few minutes from my home.

Fabulous State Park, convenient and never crowded. The Joe Kenner trail is an easy hike that shows…read morethe different types of terrain. On the River, so you'll see boats of all kinds. Have not seen fish coming out of the water. Two sides to the park, beachside, and river, try them both. An excellent park to visit.

One of our families favorite beach spots! There is parking lot, bathrooms, and showers!read more

Nice local beach to do morning walks, complete with Doggie bags to keep the beach clean & free f/…read more'poopies'... if dog owners would be responsible & use of them, which most do. Boardwalk & sand walkway to the ocean. Lots of different flora & fauna to enjoy... but watch out for the submerged rocks! Nice little beach for sunbathing and building sandcastles, but NOT a good place to swim. Fairly clean bathrooms... grey water outdoor shower, approx 24 parking spaces, 2 picnic tables. And if you're from NJ, NY, RI, MA, MD, IL, IN, MO, OH, PA, TN, AL... you are likely to run into a compatriot... LOTS of out-of-state peeps have become new p/t & some, even f/t, residents in #PalmCoast. ALSO... PLEASE walk your trash, glass, plastic, used sunscreen, condoms, doggy bags & half-eaten food back up the dunes, to the trash bins. If full, be a considerate beach-goer & take your garbage back to your home trash & recycle bins. Let's keep Jungle Hut pristine for everyone to enjoy... & the turtles, too!

The park is such a hidden treasure. I've been to many state parks and some have basic amenities but…read morethis park has it all (in regard to trails and things to do). Beautiful scenery, historic monuments, charming beach area, clean restrooms, and a unique eclectic onsite store.

At one time, this used to be a very nice park to come for a family picnic and perhaps a kayak ride…read moreon the river. Now, they have eliminated the grills from the family picnic areas. There are very large grills at the pavilions and grills out family picnic areas that are not near the water and do not have views. The picnic area we had to settle on was in a Sandy clearing with too much sun. The grill could not be turned to adjust the flow of smoke. We drove 40 minutes to get here and paid the five dollar entry fee thinking that we would get the same thing we got last time we were here... Unfortunately, even though the picnic tables are new, they are filthy too sunny and little compensation for the lack of grills and views. It is a real shame. They have bathroom facilities, boat, launch facilities, and so many other nice things, and they choose to eliminate the grills.

Live this scenic drive. It went through a lot water front parks and ended at a trees lining road…read more Very beautiful

Breathtaking views. From old beautiful trees to highways w covered green branches for miles to a…read morespectacular ocean view. The whole loop is longer than 10 miles and several people will probably try to zoom past, I suggest pulling over and letting them pass so you can enjoy all it has to offer. Also some amazing houses both on the ocean and the Halifax river to see. Overall it's a good day. And there are more than 1 state parks you can detour off on if you like.