FAVER-DYKES STATE PARK
This writeup is from the home page of the park created by the Florida State Park Service. I can't improve on it, so here it is. Noted for its pristine condition, this tranquil park borders Pellicer Creek as it winds along Florida's east coast highways down to the Matanzas River. Pellicer Creek is a popular site for birding with more than one hundred bird species seen during spring and fall migrations. Songbirds, including the colorful wood warblers, along with eagles and falcons, return to nest at the park each year. Wading birds, such as egrets, wood storks, white ibis, and herons, feed in the tidal marshes and creeks.
This peaceful park is also home to deer, turkeys, hawks, bobcats, and river otters. Fishing, picnicking, and nature walks are popular activities. Pellicer Creek is a designated state canoe trail and visitors can rent canoes at the park. A full-facility campground is available for overnight stays. Located 15 miles south of St. Augustine near the intersection of I-95 and U.S. 1. Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries. For Information about Faver-Dykes State Park, please call 904-794-0997. Campsite reservations can be made through ReserveAmerica.com. HOURS OF OPERATION Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year. PARK FEES Admission Fee: $5.00 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to pay fees. Correct change is required. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle. $2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass. Camping Fee: $18.00 per night, plus tax. Includes water and electricity. Canoe Rentals Canoes can be reserved by calling the park. $8.00 plus tax: Canoe rental for the first two hours. $3.00 plus tax: Canoe rental for each additional hour. HOW TO FIND FAVER-DYKES STATE PARK Take Interstate 95 to exit #298 which is US 1. Go north on US 1 for 300 yards and turn right on Faver-Dykes Road. Go 1.5 miles on Faver-Dykes Road to Faver-Dykes State Park. View Larger Map
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