Fort Clinch State Park Campground
Open — Open year-round, 365 days a year. Park gates open 8 a.m. to sunset daily. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance. Construction of a new dump station at the River Campground may cause intermittent noise disruptions.
Special Weather Statement issued March 3 at 10:58AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
Sea fog will continue to occasionally reduce visibilities to around one mile or less through the early to mid afternoon hours for coastal southeast Georgia and for locations north of St. Augustine Beach along coastal northeast Florida. Dense sea fog will likely expand inland during the late afternoon and early evening hours tonight, when Dense Fog Advisories will likely be re-issued for all of coastal southeast Georgia and coastal northeast Florida. Motorists should remain alert for sudden changes in visibility this afternoon, particularly along coastal roads such as A-1A in northeast Florida and U.S. Highway 17 in southeast Georgia. If you encounter sea fog while driving in these coastal locations this afternoon, slow down and leave extra distance ahead of you in case a sudden stop is needed.
About
Fort Clinch State Park Campground delivers an exceptional camping experience at Florida's most northeasterly tip, combining coastal beauty with historic significance. The park offers 69 campsites divided between two distinct campgrounds, each providing a unique atmosphere within this 1,400-acre preserve. The Amelia River Campground, located at the north end of the park along the St. Marys River, features 42 sites beneath a canopy of Spanish moss-laden live oak trees, offering an authentic old Florida ambiance with breathtaking river views. The Atlantic Beach Campground provides 27 sites, including 21 RV sites and 6 tent-only sites positioned just steps from the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by pristine white sand dunes typical of Florida's beach environment. Both campgrounds feature modern, air-conditioned and heated bathrooms with hot showers, laundry facilities, and dump stations. Each campsite is equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, potable water access, and electrical hookups offering either 30 or 50 amp service. The campgrounds welcome well-behaved pets and offer ADA-accessible sites. Beyond camping, visitors enjoy access to a well-preserved Civil War fort, 6 miles of multi-use trails through maritime hammock, pristine beaches perfect for swimming, surfing, shelling, and shark tooth hunting, plus exceptional birding opportunities along the Great Florida Birding Trail. The park also features a primitive group camping area that accommodates up to 75 campers in a wilderness setting adjacent to Egans Creek Marsh.
Directions
Fort Clinch State Park is located at 2601 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034. From I-95, take exit 373 for FL-200/FL-A1A toward Fernandina Beach. Continue east on FL-200/FL-A1A for approximately 15 miles. Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue and proceed 2 miles to the park entrance.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Sea Camp Campground 4.4mi
- Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping Permits 6.3mi
- Stafford Beach Campground 7.3mi
- Hickory Hill Wilderness Campsite 9.1mi
- Yankee Paradise Wilderness Campsite 10mi
- Crooked River State Park 11mi
- Brickhill Bluff Wilderness Campsite 13mi
- Group Camp 1 32mi
- Cary State Forest Campground 35mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 48ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (904) 277-7274 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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