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Visiting Anastasia State Park

Activities at Anastasia State Park, east of St. Augustine.

Ancient Dunes Trail

Anastasia State Park
St. Augustine   [29.866475,-81.276222]   

Ancient Dunes Trail

At Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine, the Ancient Dunes Trail leads you on a short scramble up and over relict dunes deeply shaded by ancient live oaks

Filed Under: Day Hikes, Hikes, Loop Trails, Nature Trails, North Florida, Trails Tagged With: Anastasia State Park, Atlantic Ocean, Birding, Dog-friendly, Family-friendly, Favorites, Florida State Parks, Hilly, St. Augustine

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A comprehensive history of the Florida National Scenic Trail. Full color limited edition coffee table book, 228 pages.

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