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PONTE VEDRA BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Sights and Attractions in Ponte Vedra Beach |
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| There are quite a few attractions in and around the area. One of the most exciting attractions in Ponte Vedra Beach is Guana River State Park. You can also visit Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church. |
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• Guana River State Park
• Trips to Nearby Areas
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| Guana River State Park |
Located on a barrier island between St. Augustine and Jacksonville, the 2,300-acre Guana River State Park is replete with nature and history. Its topography includes an Atlantic Ocean beach, sand dunes, coastal strand/scrub, estuarine river (Guana River) with associated salt marshes and tidal creeks, maritime hardwood hammock, freshwater depression marshes, pond pine flatwoods and shell mound forest. The park is home to several endangered wildlife species that thrive in this diverse environment. The park attracts the peregrine falcons in early October. Take a day’s program organized by the park and learn about the birds and plants found in the Guana River.
In the park, apart from watching the natural wonders, there are a lot of activities you can explore. With more than 9 miles of trails, hiking and biking are popular. The Guana Lake and Guana River offer opportunities for boating and fishing. Guana Lake is also famous for its crabbing and shrimping. The Guana Dam Use Area (main entrance) is open for fishing all though the day and picnicking is permitted anywhere in the park. The park is open from 8 AM till sundown, all days of the year. |
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| Trips to Nearby Areas |
If you go to Ponte Vedra Beach, you must also visit the nearby town of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the United States. Just 26 miles away from Ponte Vedra Beach, this quaint village offers hours of fascinating exploration. Spanning four centuries of history, you will find here a rare blend of riverside charm, delicious dining, impressive architecture, and endless recreation.
While in St. Augustine, do visit the Lightner Museum. The exhibits in the museum give you an idea of the life and times of 19th Century America. Glass artifacts, including the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany, cut glass items, and Victorian art glass tell the story of the Gilded Age of the country. Wheelchair-bound and handicapped persons will find it easy to access the museum. It opens from 9 AM to 5 PM daily, while the last admission is at 4 PM. Admission fee for adults is $8, for children between the age group of 12-18 is $2 and children under 12 and accompanied by an adult are admitted free. |
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