Anastasia State Park

Anastasia State Park is an absolute gem in St. Augustine, especially if you’re looking for a truly beautiful, unspoiled beach. The wide stretch of soft, golden sand is framed by stunning natural sand dunes that make the shoreline feel peaceful and untouched. Walking along the beach, you’re surrounded by sea oats and native vegetation, with the dunes creating a perfect backdrop for photos, relaxation or a quiet escape from crowded tourist beaches. The beach itself is clean, spacious, and ideal for swimming, sunbathing, shell hunting, or simply enjoying the sound of the waves. The dunes add a sense of privacy and natural beauty that you don’t often find and they’re a reminder of how well-preserved this park is. Whether you’re watching the sunrise, spotting birds along the shore, or enjoying a breezy afternoon by the ocean, the scenery is breathtaking. Anastasia State Park strikes the perfect balance between accessibility and nature. It’s a must-visit for anyone who appreciates scenic beaches, protected landscapes and the calming beauty of Florida’s coastline. This is one of those places that leaves you feeling refreshed and already planning your next visit. ✨

I solo tent camped here for one night in September. The campsites were large, shaded, and surrounded by beautiful trees. It was quiet, peaceful and I felt very safe as a solo female traveller. The boardwalk to the beach was absolutely stunning at sunset and the park itself was very clean and spacious. The bathroom facilities were also clean and well maintained. I highly recommend this park for camping or other activities.

I don't know how many times, we visited Saint Augustine. This time, we decided to visit Anastasia State Park. We had a wonderful time, at the beach. Clean beach, no many humans, but a lot birds around us. The kids had a blast. They have parking, showers, bathroom and tables for picnics.

Yet another amazing Florida state park. This place has great campsites that are private and spacious. The shop and grill are convenient. The location is perfect to access the main attractions of St. Augustine. There is beach access nearby the campsites. Another gem in the state park system.

Beautiful park, the dunes are incredible. Lovely area to bike or walk. We are at the snack shop and it was also great. Very good food and well stocked with bevvies of all stripes.

A beautiful place... the beach is a wonderful place to relax or take a walk. The other self guided tours are cool too but we went out during "mosquito" season. Wouldn't really recommend that! 😁

Camping at its best with accommodations for RVs. Power at water at most sites along with picnic table and fire ring. Bathouse (Angel Wing Loop) is 3/5 showing much age and in dire need of updating. Pet friendly. Not all sites are level. Great nights stay with space in between neighbors. Plenty of woods and natural atmosphere.

11/8 riding our bikes through the park, stumbled across this little guy, so cute!! We ran across this guy on our front stopp a few weeks ago, wonder if they are related lol Rode our bikes to the beach for sunrise, then down the coast to the inlet on Sunday. Then we came back today for an afternoon drive. So windy 22-30 knots, the wind was fierce, the waves amazing.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 :)

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!

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 :)

As a local, we love Anastasia State Park. We're here on a Tuesday and we basically have the beach to ourselves. You can walk for miles with no condos or commercial buildings in sight. I'm pretty sure it's about 1/4 mile from the parking lot to the ocean and this is a long way if you're (hot, sunburned and...) load up with beach gear. We had 2 chairs, a cooler, an umbrella, and a beach bag and we may have turned back half way there had it not been for our beach wagon with big tires. Bathrooms, showers, snack bar and plenty of parking available for the nominal entrance fee. They even have camping and paddle board rentals but we just hit the beach when we go.

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.

It is a shame how people not only disrespect places but there is no moral conscious for others. The park is beautiful. However I went early in the morning to shower but couldn't because there were people having sex in the shower stalls. Glad my young daughter was not with me. Also, I've been to other state parks like Fort Clinch. There is no reason these bathrooms can't have air conditioning. It is like a sauna in there and no way to circulate that disgusting stall air.

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

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.

Wow this place was beautiful and amazing. We where lucky enough to get a spit last minute (people say you should reserve months in advance). The park ranger lady at the front gate was so sweet and personable! The campsites clean free of debris and pretty darn flat. Once in it is a quarter mile jaunt to the beach (I am Not a beach person) but this beach was lovely! When we went it was a Thursday Friday and only a few people on the beach. Id say no more than ten that we saw. No dogs they have a snack bar, and a place to rent items. The campsite also have a dumping station and hook ups for RV's. I cant wait to go back! Oh and it is highly likely you will see some gopher turtles! Just be careful nit to run them over!

Way more broken shells than expected...but overall great experience. Great for trips with your family.

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.

This was my first time visiting Anastasia State Park. I had heard several great things about the park, and I finally received the opportunity to visit yesterday. We went on a Saturday in late November and arrived late in the afternoon (around 3 P.M.). The pass was $8 for an all day access to the park. We were only visiting for a few hours to take an engagement photo shoot for some friends, so please be aware that I did not get to partake in ALL that the park has to offer. This is only my opinion on the portion of the park that I was able to experience. The grounds were well kept and the park was exactly as described. The beaches were magnificent! There were beautiful small dunes, a seashell lined shore, and pristine nature. The park was not busy at this hour which was a huge plus for the relaxing day away from busy city life of Saint Augustine. I would highly recommend visiting the state park when possible!

Can I just start by saying the reason that it's not a 5 Star review is because a raccoon stole my prosciutto? I really have had my eye on St. Augustine for a while and based on the fact that I love glamping- I had this State Park on my peripheral. It's a rustic campground located on pristine location directly on the salt run that is parallel to the Atlantic Ocean. We checked in with ease and pulled up in our Sprinter Camper RV to a nice and comfortable lot with a fire pit. The park was clean and the bathrooms were well lit with an extremely clean facility in the Shark Eye Loop. I was in lot 42 for two nights and really enjoyed my time out in nature. At night, the stars are so bright that you almost forget about the salami, prosciutto, ham, sausages, curry chicken, and mozzarella that is currently being hijacked by rogue raccoons who DGAF bout your fine deli meat. If you're looking to explore the magical area of St. Augustine and would like to opt for a much more rustic yet refined lodging approach, come support your National Park Service. The beach is directly on the campground and it's so private, even Beyoncé could come here unnoticed. Plus, they have a little convenience store for last minute needs on site. Ah, Anastasia Island-I really do find you beautiful.

We were in town for a wedding and looking for a good spot for a beach day - stumbled upon Anastasia State Park (thanks, Yelp!), and could not have been more pleased! $8 gets your carload in. There is ample parking and an easy walk to an absolutely spectacular beach area. There were 10 of us in total, ranging 9 months - 60+ years old, and everyone had a great time. We appreciated the outdoor showers to get everyone rinsed off. We'd love to return and check out the trails, which I'm sure are also lovely.

This was the first time for me and my family visiting St.Augustine as well as Anastasia State Park. We visited on a Saturday with a group of 6. The entrance fee was fair and we arrived around 4 pm when the park was open till sunset about 8:30 pm that day. We mostly came to walk around and see the beach, so we didn't stay as long as we though due to severe weather warning waving red flags (literally) and the water being off limits at the time. Despite this we waked the small overseeing bridges and enjoying the view were able to take in the sea breeze. I'd like to go back and walk the full park a bit more but it was great and would recommend checking out.

Need to get away from it all and just feel the waves? We spent an early afternoon on the beach at Anastasia State Park. Yes, there's lots of other things to do & see here...but for me it was the ocean view (literally). Our friend brought beach essentials: SUNSCREEN, beach blankets & chairs, snacks, hats & sunglasses. Be sure to stop & unwind & enjoy the beach!

Anatasia State Park rewards you with pristine, secluded beaches plus some solid nature trails. There's a massive parking lot with a restroom facility when you enter. You can park close to the beach or go to the trailheads directly. We both nature trails: Spanish Quarry and Ancient Dunes. Spanish Quarry was poorly signed and is incredibly short. Not worth doing in my opinion. Ancient Dunes was a solid little loop where we saw plenty of wildlife including an osprey eating a fish plus you get tons of informational placards along the way to identify native plants. The beach itself is one of the best I've been to. It's massive with hardly anyone in sight. We had the whole place to ourselves. Overall, highly recommended!

We opted not to pay the entrance fee as we were short in time today. We did stop at the trail head at the entrance to the park and walked to the Kings Quarry. I can't imagine the effort put forth here hundreds of years ago to mine the cocina used in so much of the construction of early St. Augustine. The trail continues past the ancient quarry site and the service raid to the amphitheater. A farmers market is set up in Saturday's and other than being tightly spaced was enjoyable to walk thru. Plenty of vendors to choose from. Back on the trail, past a small body of water where we watched turtles sunning and swimming about, it was a nice walk, a little over 1.25 miles in total.

Beautiful place for doing a variety of activities. It is also so peaceful and highly recommend whether for the day or camping out. Great for all!

Loved this place!! Clean and location was perfect, just a couple miles from beautiful St Augustine Beach. Saw wildlife and walking the beach looking for seashells on a 74° sunny day. Go spend the day, and when you do, stop and have lunch at their restaurant (food shack :)!!!

Incredible experience at an unbeatable price. True nature and beauty. Very grateful to the State of Florida for such an incredible park!

We have reviewed this before but it bears repeating this is a MUST SEE park. Pristine perfect beach with disabled accessibility access to beac edge (sadly about 10 ft of soft sand before it regains a scooter worthy surface), wonderful potential and picnic and bathrooms also accessible! Truly a gem for the weary disabled family member and their travel companions!

Totally recommend love it here will definitely be coming back! loved the beach and trails so much fun!

Lovely beach. Get there early to enjoy low tide. The low tide cause pools that your little ones will love to play in. It's unique and beautiful. Wish I could get camping reservations but it's always booked, with good reason.