Fort Clinch State Park is located at the northern tip of Amelia Island, where Cumberland Sound and the Saint Marys River meet the Atlantic. The park is the site of Fort Clinch, a pre-Civil War fort. Construction of the existing fort was started in 1847. The park encompasses 1,121 acres on the north end of Amelia Island.

Activities at the park include living history programs, Civil War reenactments, campfire programs, guided walks, fishing, swimming, and camping. Visitors also enjoy the nature trails, coastal hammock, dunes, and salt water marsh.

Activity schedules vary. Please call the park office at 904 277-7274 for information about currently scheduled activities.

Map to the Park (external link)

Satellite photo of the Park (external link)

Take a Photo Tour of Fort Clinch.