Fort Clinch State Park offers picnicking, camping (904-277-7274) shelling, saltwater fishing, hiking nature study as well as other interpretive programs.

The history of Fort Clinch comes to life as park ranger, dressed in Union uniforms, carry out the daily chores of the 1864 garrison soldier. Visitor can observe them maintaining the fort, cooking meals and performing sentry duty, among other tasks.

Special full-garrison re-enactments by Union re-enactors occur annually in May and in October by Confederate re-enactors. Candle light tours of the fort can be arranged at the ranger station; reservation are required.
The visitor center houses exhibits explaining the history of the fort.

The natural history of the park can be discovered on the nature trail that winds through a coastal hammock and around a man-made pond. Alligators, wading birds, and many small animals may be seen along the trail. Huge sand dunes occur along the east side of the park, and a coastal hardwood hammock is found along the west side. The Atlantic beach, Cumberland Sound and salt marsh offer additional natural features and diversity for those interested in enjoying the real & natural FLORIDA.

For more information contact Fort
Clinch State Park 2601 Atlantic Ave.
Fernandina Beach Fl. 30234 (904)-277-7274