Amelia Island Florida
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Sunrise over the beach at Amelia Island State Park
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Driving along canopy roads lined with live oak trees
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The family-friendly, moss-laden trails of Drummond Point Park
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Kayaking through inland creeks alongside salt marshes
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A shrimp boat passing Fort Clinch State Park
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The Amelia Island Lighthouse along Egans Creek
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Enjoying some family time on the beach at Seaside Park
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Independent shops and restaurants in downtown Fernandina Beach
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Historic interpreters at Fort Clinch State Park
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The Amelia Island Welcome Center, housed in a historic train depot
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Spring
19 - 28 ºC
Summer
23 - 31 ºC
Fall
13 - 23 ºC
Winter
9 - 20 ºC
January
7 - 18 ºC
February
9 - 19 ºC
March
12 - 22 ºC
April
15 - 25 ºC
May
19 - 28 ºC
June
23 - 31 ºC
July
23 - 32 ºC
August
23 - 32 ºC
September
23 - 30 ºC
October
18 - 27 ºC
November
13 - 22 ºC
December
9 - 19 ºC
- Major Airports:
- Jacksonville (JAX)
- States:
- Florida
Historic charm and unspoiled beaches
Though not exactly a secret – it was named one of the top islands in the world by Condé Nast readers – Amelia Island is certainly one of Florida’s lesser-mentioned holiday destinations. Surprising, because this island getaway checks off just about everything on a traveler’s wish list: beaches, history, outdoor recreation, shopping, dining and accommodations fit for families and celebrities alike. And as far as numbers go, Amelia Island racks up 21 kilometers of shoreline, 99 scenic holes of golf, a 50-block historic district, more than 100 outstanding restaurants and a calendar full of festivals.
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Beaches for Families, History and Nature
The island’s quartz-sand beaches are picture-perfect; meticulously enforced regulations keep them that way. Families tend to congregate at Main Beach, which also offers handicap access and beach wheelchairs; or Fernandina Beach, just steps away from the historic district. Peter’s Point is popular with cyclists looking to access the 10-kilometer Amelia Island Trail. Collect shark’s teeth and shells at Fort Clinch or see the protected dunes on historic American Beach. At the southern end of the island, you can go horseback riding on the beach at Amelia Island State Park. Looking to