IMPORTANT NOTICE: Huguenot Memorial Park: visitors are advised to call before visiting the park. Conditions due to capacity, tide and wildlife periodically require temporary closures of the park to beach access. Currently approximately 4,500 feet of shoreline around the area commonly referred to as “the Point” is temporarily closed to vehicular traffic in order to protect an expanded number of birds nesting and foraging in the northern part of the park’s beach. The bird nesting season begins around April 1 and typically runs to Aug. 31. The temporary closure may be extended as long as the nesting and fledging activity warrants.

Pedestrians and recreation will still be allowed in this area; however, pedestrians are urged not to disturb the young birds. Visitors wishing to access “the point” in zone 12 are advised to park along the Atlantic shoreline and travel by foot or bicycle.  Vehicles will also be allowed to parallel park from “family beach” in zone 15 to zone 14 in the cove.  Due to the vehicle restrictions to the “the point,” visitors wishing to launch Jet Skies are encouraged to launch from Sister’s Creek Marina located at 8203 Heckscher Drive and approximately 3.5 miles from the park.

Link to Final Draft Huguenot Memorial Park Management Plan (9/3 version)

Local weather and tide information.

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 outstanding 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.

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
8 - 10 a.m.: $1 per person from 8 - 10 a.m.
10 a.m. - close: $3 per car with up to six persons; $1 each additional person

Huguenot Memorial Park is open daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., April - October and 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., November - March.

Camping:
For reservations call: 251-3335
Tent $10 plus tax
RV and riverside $15 plus tax

Nesting Season Notice: Florida Marine Turtle and Florida Migratory Shorebird

10% Discount on Camping:
AARP members
Active Military
Disabled
Duval County Resident 
Good Sam's Club members
Senior Citizens (62+)
Florida Campers Association

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
Acres: 295 Park Type: Regional Council Person: Ray Holt

Contact:
Chris Winterman
(904) 251-3335
chriswin@coj.net