Kayaking Parks Near St. Augustine

Discover 6 parks for kayaking within driving distance of St. Augustine

Faver-Dykes State Park

St. Augustine, Florida
12 miles away

"St. Augustine visitors often come for a quieter outdoor day on the water after exploring the historic district. The park is close enough for a half-day paddle or picnic."

A peaceful estuary park on Pellicer Creek with paddling, fishing, camping, and abundant wildlife.

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Fort George Island Cultural State Park

Jacksonville, Florida
42 miles away

"St. Augustine visitors may come for a quieter historic experience beyond the city’s downtown attractions. The park offers riverfront scenery and cultural landmarks that pair well with a Northeast Florida road trip."

A historic riverfront park on Fort George Island featuring cultural landmarks, paddling, and wildlife viewing.

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Big Talbot Island State Park

Jacksonville, Florida
45 miles away

"St. Augustine travelers may visit as part of a Northeast Florida coastal road trip. The park’s wild, undeveloped character contrasts with the city’s historic attractions."

A scenic barrier island park known for driftwood beaches, marsh views, and wildlife watching.

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Little Talbot Island State Park

Jacksonville, Florida
45 miles away

"St. Augustine visitors come for a scenic day trip that pairs well with historic sightseeing. The park offers a quieter natural complement to the region's busy attractions."

A pristine barrier island park with beaches, dunes, marshes, and abundant wildlife.

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Talbot Islands State Parks

Jacksonville, Florida
46 miles away

"St. Augustine visitors often add the park to a broader northeast Florida trip that includes beaches and historic attractions. It offers a quieter, more natural complement to the city’s busy waterfront."

A protected chain of barrier islands offering beaches, paddling, wildlife viewing, and coastal scenery.

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Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park

Jacksonville, Florida
55 miles away

"St. Augustine visitors may choose the preserve for a more secluded outdoor adventure during a longer northeast Florida trip. It offers excellent opportunities for birding and scenic exploration."

A large Jacksonville preserve known for tidal creeks, marshes, paddling, and wildlife viewing.

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