Came here for Father's Day with family and friends where we rented a pavilion. It was a long wait to get inside the park, but that could have been because it was a holiday. The pavilion was nice and covered perfect for our big picnic! Right next to us was the bathrooms, shop, and little restaurant. We were able to change easily into our bathing suits to go swim at the beach and my friend was even able to buy a bikini from the store since she forgot one - so convenient! The beach is beautiful and the water is stunning, be prepared to walk across a lot of sand to get to the water part. After swimming, we went to get some ice cream from the shop, and I got a root beer float, which was good. Overall, such a nice time! read more

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Spent the day at Anastasia State Park and it really delivered. The beach was beautiful with soft sand and plenty of space to spread out. It was definitely windy, but honestly it didn't take away from the experience at all. If anything it made the waves more fun to watch and kept things from getting too hot. The playground was a big hit with the kids. They had a great time running around and burning off energy while we relaxed nearby. It's one of those spots where both adults and kids can enjoy themselves without feeling cramped or bored. Between the scenery, the clean beach, and the family friendly setup, this is an easy five star stop. Would come back again without thinking twice. read more

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We spent the morning and early afternoon at the Sea Turtle pavilion for a Father's Day picnic. It was nice that 6 picnic tables were under the pavilion with 6 other tables outside of it to use. Since it was a hot sunny day, it was nice to be in the shade and have our food protected from the direct sun. There was an adjacent building that had restrooms which were clean, a small snack bar as well as a store. There was adequate parking and easy walk to the beach. The entrance fee to the park was $8. There was a line probably because people did not have cash and needed to use credit card. So bring cash for convenience. It's a pretty park. read more

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State run beach area, clean with hood access A major unexpected plus was the convenience store and especially the takeout counter beside the store. Surprisingly good. My wife had a surfin' chicken sandwich, grilled, came with seasoned fries. I had one of the best cheeseburgers called the Dune, also came with fries, a scoop of vanilla ice cream (which was a couple of scoops) a soft drink which was refillable. With tax the lunch was $43.66. Great seating area provided. A total surprise for beach food read more

Anastasia State Park is really a beautiful campground! Spaces are very spacious and secluded. Each campsite has water and electrical. A dump site is there for you. You can also tent here. You can come in to the park for day visits to go to the beach and BBQ under the oak trees. Very nice! There are some nice trails as well to experience. We went on the ancient trail that was hilly for Florida . An amazing experience! This park is extremely popular so plan ahead! read more

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Went for a few days in our RV with our dogs. This place is hard to get into but well worth it once you get a reservation. The sites are very private and the bathrooms are centralized between sites. They have an easy access to the beach with a beach shack serving breakfast and lunch. There are several trails too that we took advantage of. It's best to have e-bikes here a lot to see. The dogs also got a lot of walks in. Highly recommend this place for RV'er and day visits. read more

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While staying in St. Augustine, we decided to see what there was besides the typical tourist spots, when we came across Anastasia State Park. This is actually a pretty big park! The first thing we did was drive around to the campgrounds to check out the camp sites. There were tons of spots and each was clean and spacious. Like most places, there are spots for tents and rvs. There is a main road and on each side, a campground branches off. I didn't calculate the numbers, but my guess is that each campground has at least 25 sites, and there were at least 4 campgrounds. The only downside, is that it is a long drive to get out of the park from this area. Next we drove over to the concessions stand, but it was closed, so we continued over to a HUGE parking lot with beach access. From there, we walked across a very long boardwalk which took us through sand dunes and up over a large dune to the beach. It was another bit of walking from the boardwalk to the water's edge. I would say 1/4 to 1/3 of a mile for the whole thing? Anyway, the walk is worth it. The beach is clean and full of shells that you can collect. It is very large and stretches out in both directions, seemingly forever! It was far from crowded, for being the end of July, but that was appreciated and made it more enjoyable, obviously. We didn't go swimming, but we did walk in the water and up and down the beach until just before sunset, as there are no clear markers as to where we came onto the beach, and we didn't want to get lost. There is a shower/footwash station at the entrance to the boardwalk by the parking lot, so we took advantage of it before we got in the car. Entrance to the park cost $8 per car, and for beach access on an incredibly nice beach? Worth it. I don't know what camping costs, but i can't imagine it is much more. I would definitely camp here, if I had my gear with me, and I would ABSOLUTELY hit the beach! 110/2025 read more

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I visited Anastasia State Park yesterday evening to watch and photograph the sunset after dinner. There was ample parking and the beach itself was very clean. I also appreciated that there were restrooms available that were fairly clean and functional. The beach was very peaceful and gave me just the experience that I wanted and needed. As a plus, the entry fee was only $4 since I was alone in the car. read more

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I was so excited to come to the park. I hadn't been in a very long time. I had just adopted a dog and wanted to take him to a park and play. I should have done my research prior to paying the $8 to get in. This park has a lot of restrictions to where dogs can go. There were no dog signs throughout areas of the park. We wouldn't have even gone in if we knew they were so restrictive with dogs. Since it was so restrictive we just left and found somewhere else that felt more welcoming to dogs. read more

We really enjoy visiting this park and camping is fun too! It's $8 for a day visit. Dogs are welcome but not allowed on the beach. They have walking/ biking trails, kayak rentals, a restaurant, covered picnic areas, and bathrooms. It's about a two mile bike ride to the light house and a 15 minute drive to town from this park. read more

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Clean park, garbage cans, a few different trails & places to ride your bikes, fish. There's restrooms but only light is a skylight so go before dark. They close at sunset. There's a beach. I'm not sure how it is because We had our dogs & that's the only place they're not allowed in the park. Which wasn't an issue at all. We loved the two trails we did. The dunes trail is covered & a lot of green. The marsh trail is open sky & near the water. Both were pretty in their own way. They also have just open area that's concrete to walk or ride bikes if you don't want to the trails. read more

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The park is nice. They need to charge 8 dollar for one vehicle. But the beach is very nice, walking to the beach is not bad. The beach is quiet in Jan. Not many people on the beach. There is a store inside the park, where you can rent beach chair etc. it's nice to walk around the beach. The water temperature is about 55 F base on what the surfer told us. read more

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Cleanest beach in St Aug + always see beautiful wildlife. Plus they offer free shuttles to concerts at night. I love this park!

I have been to Anastasia State Park a few times. It's a gorgeous waterfront park offering camping as well as shorelines to pull up a boat and hang out. My friend camped out for a concert at the St. Augustine amphitheater. I met him at the campsite before the concert and we ate dinner on his picnic table. There was a power source available and restrooms within walking distance. Very well kept camp grounds. Recently, I went with friends on a boat and we anchored and spent our afternoon on the shoreline of the park. One of the prettiest beaches with trees and lots of vegetation. The water was a little muddy on the bottom when we walked out a little bit. Such an awesome time! No matter what your plans, Anastasia is a good choice! read more

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It's a nice well kept state park like most in FL. It has a little shop by the area that takes you to the beach. read more

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I was expecting that it would be tough to get into this park on a spectacular day for Memorial Day weekend, and there was a wait at the gate. This appeared to be simple inefficiency, however, as once I paid my fee I was able to get to an abundance of open parking and enjoy a long, relatively uninterrupted walk on the beach. Notably, they charge a reduced fee if you drive in alone vs if you have two or more, which has got to be the first time that anyone ever did a solo traveler like me such a favor. It's also a good deal if you have a large group. The kayak rental area held some interest for me, but closed rather early. Driving to the end of the road gets one very close to the ocean, with mats laid down to make crossing the dunes easier. There were some facilities, though I was a bit miffed the water filter had a red light (needing a filter change). The beach itself was long, good easily for an hour walk to the point and back, and held a variety of birds and, surprisingly, insects. Other inland areas probably offer some intriguing trails as well, but if you want a big stretch of natural beach, this is a good destination. read more

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Came on Sunday 6/25/23. Entrance fee was $7. There was ample parking; many tables available for sitting to picnic. Sand was wonderful, beach water was warm. The were two showering systems available on the deck that lead you to the beach; however only was available. Bathrooms were clean, and fully stocked. Beautiful walk from the parking lot to the beach. Everyone was so friendly. There were bins to throw away trash and recycables. My only suggestion would be to place a mosquito repellent by the picnic areas we all had to wrap up our food early because we all ended up getting bit really bad. read more

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Memorial Day at Anastasia State Park. A really nice breeze - plenty of sun a great day to visit ASP. We have 1600 acres of ecosystem. 4 miles of beach & dunes. Be sure to visit the Coquina Quarry that was quarried to construct the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. The Friends of Anastasia has an information table at the grill area. Stop over and say hello. read more

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Anastasia State Park is an absolutely breathtaking gem,that must be visited to be truly appreciated! Located just outside of historic St Augustine, this park has virtually everything you would need for a day trip, or an extended camping trip. It has pristine beaches, magnificent sand dunes, woodsy picnic areas, a playground for children, miles of hiking, and accessibility to virtually every water sport imaginable. It also has a small store where supplies, and food may be purchased. The entry fee is $8 per vehicle, and is more than worth the price. Once a ticket is purchased, you may enter and exit the park throughout the day. On the road leading into the park, just to the right, is a historic site where the Spaniards had a coquina quarry during the 1600's. I highly recommend stopping here, either before or after your visit to the park. The trail is short, and it's an easy hike. Enjoy the pics! read more

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A beautiful Florida State Park to visit. Lots of camping spaces here with clean bathrooms, showers, and laundry machines. I even saw clothes lines next to the bathrooms. Electric and water at each site. With easy trails to see the ancient sand dunes or the marsh areas there is lots to explore. A beach to chillax on. They also have kayaks, paddle boards, and bikes for rent as you enter the box. Spend time at the beach or head into the oldest city of the US...St. Augustine. You can't go wrong with this State Park! read more

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We stayed 4 nights in the Queen Conch Loop at the end of Dec. The day we arrived, all the loop's showers in both men's and women's bathrooms were taped off (we assumed broken; there were no signs) and we had to walk to the next nearest bathrooms 2 loops away to shower; very inconvenient. Two days later, the entire bathrooms themselves were closed, with a sign to use the ones 2 loops away; not just inconvenient but annoying, to say the least. We ran into a host / maintenance person the morning we left and asked about it, and they said the waste pump in the bathroom had been overwhelmed "again" so the bathrooms needed to be closed; sounded like this is a common / repeating occurrence. Unacceptable! Having a nearby, working bathroom should be a BASIC CAMPGROUND NECESSITY - especially with the extra "utility fees" being charged at Florida State Parks! read more

Anastasia State Park - Showers taped off in bathrooms. - Parks Near Me - Saint Augustine, Florida

Very clean uncrowded beach. Lots of parking. Small fee but worth it. Friendly staff. Nice souvenir store with a grill. Lifeguards and nature friendly. read more

Amazing park with amazing staff! Rain cut our paddleboarding short and the staff was so kind and accommodating in not charging.

Great place to enjoy the beach without all the crowds. Worth the entrance fee. Be mindful about safety. . .didn't see any lifeguards on duty both days I visited. read more

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A beautiful, peaceful beach with several miles of soft white sand to walk on. The state park entrance is annual pass only and is much less crowded than the section by town pier. Waves were big and the water was so warm. read more

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Beautiful park. $8 entrance fee. Camp sites are large and very very clean. Gift shop with tools for camping, they also serve food with nice outdoor seating area. Playground. Kakak, and paddle board rentals in season. Walkway to beach and dunes. Nature trail. Great place to camp or have a picnic or lay on the beach. read more

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I've been here multiple times at various times of the year. It's really a lovely park area. I believe it's an $8 fee per car. The park has ample parking, a pristine beach area that's easy to access and small hiking paths (both through a forest area and a mossy area). We've brought a picnic each time, but there is a snack stand near the beach area. It also has a camping area and kayak rentals for those who are interested. There's plenty of natural beauty to see and it hasn't ever felt crowded. I would highly recommend a visit here and know that I'll certainly return. read more

What a fantastic park to camp in! Lovely beach, clean shaded campground. Great hiking trails and amazing kayaking

Came to the park on a Wednesday morning and it was magnificent, almost had the whole place to ourselves. Plenty of beach to be had and big sky views. Granted the water is not quite as nice (browner/murkier) since you are closer to the inlet (think Flagler beach) but it is still a lovely beach to visit. They are not giving it away, but the food/drink shack is a great retreat when you have had enough sun to nurse a cold one and grab a bite. I had a Landshark and a grilled fish sandwich, apple slices were a nice touch, hit the spot; and the view can not be beat. If you are physically challenged, know that there is a decent walk to the shore from the parking lot, but they do have a lovely walk way to get you there, there are stairs involved at the end, but the view is lovely. $8 bucks will get you in the park. read more

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Looking to chill at St Augstine beach and husband found this little spot. For an $8 car pass, we were able to enjoy miles of clean, laid-back beachfront with just the right amount of amenities. Plenty of parking, simple bathrooms and rinse stations, equipment rentals and benches. Soft red-tinted sand, pretty shells, variety of birds and happy people milling about. The water was a bit cold for swimming in early January, but the waves were gentle to deep our feet in. I didn't see any lifeguards about so I would assume swimming is at your own risk. But for our purposes, this was a perfect place to relax for a few hours before going on to our next stop. read more

What a great park!! Located right on the coast near St. Augustine this park is a must see. Hiking, water sport rentals, white beaches, and smaller crowds than other beaches in the area. The park also has a great little cafe that serves a variety of sandwiches and snacks. Can even get a beer with your Cuban wrap. Awesome place to spend the day while in the area. read more

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This is my/our favorite beach in this area. Not only does the park have a great beach, but it also has water sports (and rentals), picnicking, and camping. There are also public restrooms, a snack bar and plenty of parking. Please don't forget the protected wildlife that you can see when you least expect it. Plus, you may be able to get a glimpse of a manatee, dolphin or even a whale depending on the time of year. Yes, you have to pay a fee to enter this state park or have a season pass. But due to this it remains clean and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. The beach is rarely crowded so it makes it easy to stake out your peace of heaven for a few hours. There is a matted walkway out to the beach for you convenience. Near the beginning of the walkway there is a flag posted so you can easily see what to expect before you get out to the water. A lifeguard is on duty as well. There is also a nice lookout area for those folks that just want to lookout over the water and not walk out to the beach. If you do enjoy the beach, there are showers in the parking lot area to rinse off the sand before you head home. Weather you choose to spend some time at the beach or just take a walk...to us, this is the perfect place! Enjoy! My personal note: Yes, we moved here from Hawaii and I often get asked how I can like the beaches here when the beaches there are so amazing. There is just no comparison and therefore I rate as to what is available here. It is what it is after all. And yes, I'm still amazed there are no trees on the beach! read more

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My favorite beach in North Florida! Anastasia is an oasis - it's located inside of St Augustine Beach - but you feel like you're on a island to yourself. I'm not sure if the fact that it's a state park keeps the crowds away, but whatever the reason, you'll enjoy the peace. They do a very good job of keeping things clean (it is the Beach after all). There's areas for grilling, picnicking, a snack bar, and a small store if you forgot something. Before you get to the beach, there's a lagoon area where you can rent kayaks & paddleboards. It's in a calm area that's great for beginners. Although I've never camped there, the camping spots look roomy and plenty are shaded. (Local secret - the campground bathrooms are cleaner than the beach bathrooms and they have showers!) Another benefit is Nalu's Fish Taco Truck on your way out of the park! Great way to end a beach day :) read more

Wish the neighbors were a bit more polite because we got cursed at in multiple languages by one couple. This dampened our joy and it made the rest of our vaca extremely uncomfortable, but that may not be the case for others. Beside this subject, which still makes me sad, the park overall was such a joy. The walking trails were peaceful and well covered with trees so the sun doesn't burn your skin. My favorite part is that pets are allowed, which gave Boots and I some outdoor adventures. Bathrooms may seem far but there's really cool trails that you can use to cut through the trees. There's a gate at a metal fence before you pull into the campsites, and I highly suggest walking or biking through there. It's a whimsical street with beautiful houses and fellow nice tourists to talk to. I'm not sure if I'll return, maybe at a time where it's not typically busy so that my happy memories get tarnished by miserable people. read more

$8 for parking, not bad. Beautiful scenery. Just moved to Anastasia with my wife recently, after living in Palm Coast. Night and day difference. This will be our new go to for picnics and fresh air. read more

Rented a kayak on 4/21 from the park. The crew working were extremely helpful, kind, and informative!! As for the kayaking experience itself, it was gorgeous with dolphins all around and sea turtles popping their heads out of the water. It was an all around amazing experience start to finish. The park is beautiful with wildlife/sea-life all around :) read more

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So I have been coming to this beach for years, ever since 2008. I used to live close by and visit almost daily and it is just beautiful and so peaceful, especially during the week. I haven't been there in a while, because I moved to Jacksonville, but I know it is still gorgeous down there. I first started camping there in 2015 and the campgrounds are gorgeous! They are well-tended and woodsy. Just beautiful. I was able to get sites close to the bathrooms, which are clean and well-kept. I camp in a tent so that's important to be able to get close. The only annoying thing I guess is the electric hand blowers. Maybe those aren't working now, since they found out they disperse more germs? IDK Anyway that was the only downside. I love, love this park. read more

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We loved this State Park!! On our list of return trips. Clean and just a short drive into town. Very relaxing get away! read more

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I went camping here at Anastasia State park last weekend with my boyfriend. It's a state park right near the beach. We spent 1 night there. Our camp site had a fire pit, picnic bench and a electric outlet. It was private but fairly close to the next door neighbors. Our site was next to the restroom so definitely a plus. The campsite is clean and that evening we were there, it was quiet. It was also about 30 degrees out that night. The electrical outlet helped because we brought a heater and was able to plug it in. We cooked dinner then breakfast the next morning on the fire pit, which worked out great. The beach is nice and pretty secluded. We rented bikes for an hour and ride down the bike and collected shells. It was a lot of fun. They have other rentals available like kayaking. You can book online or day of. Camping isn't my most favorite but it was good experience. I would come back here for camping and hiking. read more

I love this sleepy stretch of beach that seems to be lost in time. Once you cross the Lion Bridge, the feeling changes immediately. Life seems slower. The business owners sweeter. And the wide open beach more inviting. My friend and I drove over from St. Augustine proper to watch the sunrise. Oh what a beautiful sight it was. the cold powder sand on our feet as we walked toward the water in the dark was so exciting. People and their puppies sprinkled around waiting, like us, for the same gift from God that we knew was coming. As the sun started to rise I thought about how it must feel to live on Anastasia Island and I smiled. All of a sudden we met a lovely couple who moved to the area because of this amazing state park. They came for a visit and fell in love. They retired and packed up their life to become regular visitors of Anastasia State Park. I will surely return to explore more of what is offered here. read more

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