Let’s all face facts, Florida is known for having some of the best beaches in the country. But rather than having to choose one beach for one adventure, we’ve decided to make an entire weekend out of exploring three of the most underrated beaches this state has to offer. In this one-weekend road trip, you’ll be immersed in Florida’s natural beauty, plus catch some sweet sun rays while you’re at it. Who’s ready to dip their toes in the sand?
The weekend road trip starts at Fernandina Beach and ends at Crescent Beach. In total, the travel time is just over 2.5 hours, but plan to extend that time for stopping and overnight stays as well. You can find the entire trip itinerary by clicking here.
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Day 1 — Fernandina Beach, Florida
Google Anthony Russell Spend your first day exploring Fernandina Beach, Florida, and enjoy a slice of the northeastern part of the state. Situated on the beautiful Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach is the northernmost city on Florida’s Atlantic coast. The natural beauty is practically endless.
Google Kathy Isenhour You can meander your way through Fort Clinch State Park for a trip back in time. The fort is very well maintained and is one of the most popular historic sites in the entire area. But you can also explore Main Beach Park, where you can walk the sandy shoreline, take a swim in the water, and even go shelling!
Google Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island End your day at the Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island, which is a stone’s throw from the ocean. These delightful accommodations are perfect for any family looking for a solid night’s sleep.
Day 2 — Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Flickr Robert Gulley We’re headed to Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida for the next leg of this journey. This beautiful beach area is a hidden gem along the coast but is well worth the exploration.
TripAdvisor Jacksonville Beach Moms The first stop if you really want to take in all the natural beauty is Mickler’s Landing (pronounced “mike-lers”). Just two blocks east of A1A this is the first public beach in Ponte Vedra. Also, make sure you keep your eyes peeled for shark’s teeth to wash up along the shore! This beach is known for being a collector’s paradise.
TripAdvisor ToniAnn95 Also, make sure you spend some time in Bird Island Park. This natural gem has 30 different types of birds that come through the area, each visiting and roosting on a small island in a pond nearby.
Day 3 — Crescent Beach, Florida
Google Krista Starr Our final day on this beach exploration road trip is to Crescent Beach, Florida. Crescent Beach is a small park located on A1A South that has direct access to the beach. Here, visitors can enjoy a stretch of St. Augustine that gets its name from the natural shape of the coastline.
Google Romanian Spice Check out Spyglass Public Beach Access to walk the stairs right down to the shoreline. Come early though, as this part of the beach really fills up!
Google Lynn Godinez Make sure to grab a bite to eat at The Commander’s Shellfish Camp. This place is a no-frills hideaway with some truly fresh fish. Grab a plate of cold, freshly-shucked oysters and a beer for a relaxing evening dining alfresco.
TripAdvisor nancyd3 To end the trip, we’ll spend the night at Devil’s Elbow Fishing Resort. These waterfront cottages are an adorable way to finish the weekend right on the water. Plus, if you’re looking to cast a line too, you can fish right from the camp. This resort offers saltwater fishing, boat rentals, and luxury accommodations.
So, what do you think about this weekend road trip in Florida? Would you visit these beautiful beaches in one epic weekend? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section!
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Google Anthony Russell
Spend your first day exploring Fernandina Beach, Florida, and enjoy a slice of the northeastern part of the state. Situated on the beautiful Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach is the northernmost city on Florida’s Atlantic coast. The natural beauty is practically endless.
Google Kathy Isenhour
You can meander your way through Fort Clinch State Park for a trip back in time. The fort is very well maintained and is one of the most popular historic sites in the entire area. But you can also explore Main Beach Park, where you can walk the sandy shoreline, take a swim in the water, and even go shelling!
Google Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island
End your day at the Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island, which is a stone’s throw from the ocean. These delightful accommodations are perfect for any family looking for a solid night’s sleep.
Flickr Robert Gulley
We’re headed to Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida for the next leg of this journey. This beautiful beach area is a hidden gem along the coast but is well worth the exploration.
TripAdvisor Jacksonville Beach Moms
The first stop if you really want to take in all the natural beauty is Mickler’s Landing (pronounced “mike-lers”). Just two blocks east of A1A this is the first public beach in Ponte Vedra. Also, make sure you keep your eyes peeled for shark’s teeth to wash up along the shore! This beach is known for being a collector’s paradise.
TripAdvisor ToniAnn95
Also, make sure you spend some time in Bird Island Park. This natural gem has 30 different types of birds that come through the area, each visiting and roosting on a small island in a pond nearby.
Google Krista Starr
Our final day on this beach exploration road trip is to Crescent Beach, Florida. Crescent Beach is a small park located on A1A South that has direct access to the beach. Here, visitors can enjoy a stretch of St. Augustine that gets its name from the natural shape of the coastline.
Google Romanian Spice
Check out Spyglass Public Beach Access to walk the stairs right down to the shoreline. Come early though, as this part of the beach really fills up!
Google Lynn Godinez
Make sure to grab a bite to eat at The Commander’s Shellfish Camp. This place is a no-frills hideaway with some truly fresh fish. Grab a plate of cold, freshly-shucked oysters and a beer for a relaxing evening dining alfresco.
TripAdvisor nancyd3
To end the trip, we’ll spend the night at Devil’s Elbow Fishing Resort. These waterfront cottages are an adorable way to finish the weekend right on the water. Plus, if you’re looking to cast a line too, you can fish right from the camp. This resort offers saltwater fishing, boat rentals, and luxury accommodations.
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Address: Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USAAddress: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082, USAAddress: Crescent Beach, FL 32080, USA
