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It's all about the beach in Jacksonville Beach, where salty Atlantic Ocean waters are said to offer the best surfing in the area. If folks aren't riding the waves, they're strolling on the boardwalk (aka the Sea Walk), spiking volleyballs, or just leaning back in a beach chair on the fine white sand and taking it easy. Dining, shopping and barhopping on the beachfront's 1-mile-long boardwalk (on the oceanfront between 1st Avenue North and 6th Avenue North) also attract beachgoers. Swimming, snorkeling and sailing are popular outdoor sports, as is saltwater fishing off the pier, 503 N. 1st St. A license is not required, and bait and tackle can be purchased at a concession stand; phone (904) 241-1515. The pier is open daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Apr.-Nov. (6 a.m.-7 p.m., rest of year); entry fee $4, $1 (spectators), free (ages 0-5).

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ARTICLEExplore Jacksonville: Unmissable Things to Do in Jacksonville, FLAAA Content Strategist, Elena Moore01/30/2024 : Jacksonville, FL, beckons with a mix of city life, outdoor excursions, cultural access points, and historical intrigue. Whether you would like to relax on pristine beaches, take in a show at the iconic Florida Theatre, or learn something new at the Museum of Contemporary Art, get ready to discover the top things to do in Jacksonville, FL that cater to every interest.Explore Jacksonville: Unmissable Things to Do in Jacksonville, FL
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EDITOR PICKImpressive Beach Hotels on Florida's East CoastAAA Travel Editor, Katie Broome04/07/2023 : From Amelia Island to Palm Beach, here are the beach hotels on Florida's east coast that have earned AAA's top scores for cleanliness and the AAA Best of Housekeeping award. Includes hotels for all types of stays. Whether you're into casual beach locations or luxury accommodations, this list has a beach hotel for everyone.Impressive Beach Hotels on Florida's East Coast
ARTICLEJacksonville Beach It's all about the beach in Jacksonville Beach, where salty Atlantic Ocean waters are said to offer the best surfing in the area. If folks aren't riding the waves, they're strolling on the boardwalk (aka the Sea Walk), spiking volleyballs, or just leaning back in a beach chair on the fine white sand and taking it easy. Dining, shopping and barhopping on the beachfront's 1-mile-long boardwalk (on the oceanfront between 1st Avenue North and 6th Avenue North) also attract beachgoers. Swimming, snorkeling and sailing are popular outdoor sports, as is saltwater fishing off the pier, 503 N. 1st St. A license is not required, and bait and tackle can be purchased at a concession stand; phone (904) 241-1515. The pier is open daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Apr.-Nov. (6 a.m.-7 p.m., rest of year); entry fee $4, $1 (spectators), free (ages 0-5).Jacksonville Beach
NATIONAL PARKAndersonville National Historic Site Andersonville National Historic Site is 10 miles northeast of Americus on SR 49. It encompasses the Andersonville National Historic Site
NATIONAL PARKApalachicola National Forest Stretching across four northwestern counties, the Apalachicola National Forest is the largest of Florida's three national forests. Its 571,088 acres of varied terrain include pine flatwoods, hardwood hammocks, swamp, rivers, lakes and two wilderness areas: Apalachicola National Forest
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NATIONAL PARKCongaree National Park Situated along the Congaree and Wateree rivers, approximately 3 miles southeast of Hopkins off SR 48 (Bluff Rd.), following signs, Congaree National Park encompasses nearly 26,000 acres and is the largest intact tract of old-growth bottomland forest in North America. The park, a sanctuary for diverse flora and fauna, is characterized by giant hardwoods and towering pines and comprises one of the highest canopies in the world and some of the tallest trees in the eastern United States.Congaree National Park
NATIONAL PARKCumberland Island National Seashore The largest and southernmost of Georgia's barrier islands, Cumberland Island parallels the Georgia coast just north of the Florida border. The relatively flat island, 17.5 miles long by 3 miles wide, is separated from the mainland by several miles of salt marsh, river and sound. On its eastern side white sand beaches rise to dunes that give way to a forest of magnolias, oaks, palmettos and pines. More than 300 species of birds have been sighted on the island.Cumberland Island National Seashore
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