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Huguenot Memorial Park
10980 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Huguenot Memorial Park visitors are advised to call before visiting the park over the weekend. Periods of high tide or impacts related to beach and dune erosion may result in temporary park closures one to two hours before high tide and one to two hours after the tide begins to recede. High tide is expected to hit approximatley 1:27 p.m. Saturday, June 27 and 2:25 p.m. Sunday, June 28. The tides will result in a 4.7 foot or higher rise in water levels, minimizing the area of shoreline navigable by vehicle and foot. Campground reservations and picnic pavilion reservations should not be affected and will be granted admission to the park during this time.
Waterfront campsites, a bird observation area, and gorgeous views of some of North Florida's remaining natural areas await visitors to Huguenot Memorial Park. In addition to the natural beauty of the area, the park also offers swimming, fishing, surfing, a boat launch area, picnic shelters, restrooms, and shower facilities to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. (Map of park) (Map of campground) Like Kathryn Abby Hanna Park south of the St. Johns River, Huguenot Memorial Park was designated a Great Florida Birding Trail site by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission because of the outst The park also has the benefit of being located near many of the area's significant points of interest, including Fort Clinch State Park, the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve, Mayport Naval Base, and the Jacksonville Zoo. Admission fee Huguenot Memorial Park is open daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., April - October and 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., November - March. Camping: Nesting Season Notice: Florida Marine Turtle and Florida Migratory Shorebird 10% Discount on Camping: Amenities offered at this park: Qty. Amenity 1 Beach Access (Miles) 7 Benches 1 Boat Ramps 71 Camping Facilities 91 Car Parking 1 Concession Stand 5 Grills 4 Picnic shelters 78 Picnic Tables 2 Playground Equipment 11 Restrooms 21 Trash Barrels 1 Volleyball 1 Water Features 1 Wildlife Observation Posts Yes Drinking Fountain Yes Fishing Available Yes Perimeter Site Fencing Yes Security Lighting Yes Visitor/Interpretive Center Contact: |
anding habitat and the abundance of various kinds of birds. The park includes a critical nesting area for terns and shorebirds, and often hosts rarities like bar-tailed godwits. Birders are likely to spot gannets, loons, and sea ducks.