Saint Augustine, FL

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I just got back from 2 days at:  Anastasia State Park on Anastasia Island, Saint Augustine, FL.  I was there Wed. and Thursday nights.  While there I walked down a trail to where the Spanish quarried Coquina Rock to build the fort in Saint Augustine.  Beautiful walk!

This was my camp site.  All sites have water and electric.  There is a sewer dump station for the campground.  If you like seclusion you would like the main camping area.  The sites are fairly close but you really have to look to see the other sites.  There is a lower section that is more open.

This is the main trail to the Coquina Quarries.  There were a lot of birds along the trail.  In the winter months you can see Bald Eagles and Peregrine Falcons along with many other birds.

This was a side path from the main trail.  Here is where you run into wild pigs, bear, cougar and of course snakes!  Actually, with the amount of noise you make going down the path chances are you won't see anything.  It is THICK!

At the end of the State Trail there is a path that you can follow for a pretty good distance.  Here is what is at the end of it.

The beach is NOT a good place for swimming because of strong currents and, as they put it, "DANGEROUS SEA CREATURES".  Can you say JAWS?!

You can rent: beach bikes, beach strollers, beach wheel chairs, canoes, kayaks and windsurfing gear.  Island Joe's Snack Bar opens at 10AM and closes at 4PM.  It has some fantastic BBQ!  They serve breakfast and lunch.

From the park you can also see the Saint Augustine light house.  Go out to the beach after dark to see it!

Terry

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TerryM Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 05 Apr 2009 Status: Offline Points: 633	Post Options Post Reply Quote TerryM Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Saint Augustine, FL Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 7:14am
	I just got back from 2 days at: Anastasia State Park on Anastasia Island, Saint Augustine, FL. I was there Wed. and Thursday nights. While there I walked down a trail to where the Spanish quarried Coquina Rock to build the fort in Saint Augustine. Beautiful walk! This was my camp site. All sites have water and electric. There is a sewer dump station for the campground. If you like seclusion you would like the main camping area. The sites are fairly close but you really have to look to see the other sites. There is a lower section that is more open. This is the main trail to the Coquina Quarries. There were a lot of birds along the trail. In the winter months you can see Bald Eagles and Peregrine Falcons along with many other birds. This was a side path from the main trail. Here is where you run into wild pigs, bear, cougar and of course snakes! Actually, with the amount of noise you make going down the path chances are you won't see anything. It is THICK! At the end of the State Trail there is a path that you can follow for a pretty good distance. Here is what is at the end of it. The beach is NOT a good place for swimming because of strong currents and, as they put it, "DANGEROUS SEA CREATURES". Can you say JAWS?! You can rent: beach bikes, beach strollers, beach wheel chairs, canoes, kayaks and windsurfing gear. Island Joe's Snack Bar opens at 10AM and closes at 4PM. It has some fantastic BBQ! They serve breakfast and lunch. From the park you can also see the Saint Augustine light house. Go out to the beach after dark to see it! Terry

PodPatrol Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group Joined: 24 Sep 2009 Status: Offline Points: 22287	Post Options Post Reply Quote PodPatrol Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 7:17am
	Excellent Pics !!! Thanks for sharing ....

TerryM Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 05 Apr 2009 Status: Offline Points: 633	Post Options Post Reply Quote TerryM Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 7:56am
	I had a "Poderific" time! Terry

tabkld93 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 22 May 2009 Location: Union, KY Status: Offline Points: 565	Post Options Post Reply Quote tabkld93 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 8:29am
	That is a great review and the photos make the difference.
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throttle96 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 04 Oct 2009 Location: Summerville,SC Status: Offline Points: 113	Post Options Post Reply Quote throttle96 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 11:21am
	Looks beautiful. Might have to think about making the trip from SC to stay there one day.
	09 R-POD 175 07 Explorer Sport Trac Me,the Wife,and our 4 legged Child Site #16 at East Coast Roundup

TerryM Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 05 Apr 2009 Status: Offline Points: 633	Post Options Post Reply Quote TerryM Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 11:52am
	When all you people get tired of snow we could have a little "gathering of the Pods" in sunny Florida!! Terry

duder Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 24 Aug 2009 Status: Offline Points: 138	Post Options Post Reply Quote duder Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 12:03pm
	Sunny Florida sounds wonderful! Here in Southwestern Virginia we are getting a little indian summer!! Your pics are great, looks like a podastic place to pod!
	Chuck and Bev 2010 R-Pod 172 Happy Trails!!!!

Brin Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 01 Jun 2009 Location: Manassas Va Status: Offline Points: 352	Post Options Post Reply Quote Brin Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 12:52pm
	Hear in Northern Va, we have had a nor'easter. I want to see the sun again. Getting ready to take the 175 out tonight to Luray. Maybe it will be sunny there tomorrow? Florida sounds great.
	Terri and Craig and Panzer R-pod 175, 2009 2000 F250 XLT Extended Cab, Diesel

duder Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 24 Aug 2009 Status: Offline Points: 138	Post Options Post Reply Quote duder Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 13 Nov 2009 at 12:58pm
	Have fun in Luray, hope the weather is sunny!
	Chuck and Bev 2010 R-Pod 172 Happy Trails!!!!

sylviablue Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 30 Aug 2009 Location: Kentucky/CR Status: Offline Points: 1060	Post Options Post Reply Quote sylviablue Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 15 Nov 2009 at 5:36am
	Beautiful campground. Thanks for the great photos. I put my vote in for a Florida Pod gathering!
	In the end there's just a song comes cryin up the night