The 5 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida (FL)

February 22, 2022 Leonardo Torrence

Ponte Vedra Beach is an unincorporated seaside community in St. Johns County, Florida, United States. Located eighteen miles (29 km) southeast of downtown Jacksonville and 26 miles (42 km) north of St. Augustine, it is part of the Jacksonville Beaches area.
Restaurants in Ponte Vedra Beach

1. North Guana Outpost

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5.0 based on 35 reviews

North Guana Outpost

With two locations on the Guana Preserve, North Guana Outpost is the perfect outdoor adventure destination. NGO services include kayak and stand up paddleboard rentals and sales, guided eco tours, SUP Yoga, fishing charters by kayak and paddleboard, and full moon paddles. Guana Outpost South located at the GTM Research Reserve offers rentals as well as bait, tackle, and gear to make the best of your adventure during your time at Guana.

2. Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve

505 Guana River Rd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-6527 +1 904-823-4500 [email protected] http://gtmnerr.org/
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4.5 based on 182 reviews

Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve

The Reserve was established in 1999 as a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) System and is one of three NERRs in Florida. The Reserve staff manage the Guana Dam parking area, three beach lots (north, middle, and south), a trail system, the EEC, and a field office in Marineland, Florida. The Reserve’s 73,256 acres also includes Guana River Wildlife Management Area, Deep Creek State Forest, Stokes Landing Conservation Area, Fort Matanzas National Monument, Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, Faver-Dykes State Park, Moses Creek Conservation Area, Pellicer Creek Conservation Area, Princess Place Preserve, and the River to Sea Preserve, all of which are managed by separate agencies. The Reserve is an important economic, ecological, and educational resource for local communities. The estuary provides valuable ecological services such as a nursery, storm protection, flood protection, oyster habitat, and water quality. Its health is fundamental to the survival of endangered ocean species such as the North Atlantic right whale (Eubalaena glacialis) and sea turtles. These resources provide economic opportunities in the form of fishing, recreational businesses, and jobs. As a NERR, the Reserve conducts scientific research, stewardship activities, and educational programs. Some of the unique aspects of this Reserve are its rich cultural history, location by the first city in America, pristine and quiet beaches, and diverse habitats.

Reviewed By 737bettys

We took the orange path. Beautiful walk through plenty of nature. The whole park is very clean a well kept. So glad we found this place.

3. Bird Island Park

101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082-2229 +1 904-469-7275 http://www.birdislandpark.org/
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

Bird Island Park

Reviewed By patp614 - Nashville, United States

After visiting this area for the last year I finally took the time to visit bird Island Park sanctuary in Ponta Vedra beach. It’s it’s own little world just next to the Ponte Vedra library and Winn-Dixie. Lovely small walking park that welcomes dogs and children too ( wonderful playground for kids). The boardwalk allows you to literally walk on water and observe birds in their natural habitat. Many of the trees are also marked as to what species they are; definitely deserves a stop to escape from every day life. Please be sure to keep your dog on the leash and pick up any special deliveries as well

4. Mickler's Landing Beach

County Road 203, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
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4.5 based on 197 reviews

Mickler's Landing Beach

Reviewed By Chinapjs - Washington DC, United States

Really nice beach with public entrance. Best to enter here and go to the right and camp out a good walk away from public access area. Less crowded. There are no life guards so be careful. Best at lower tides as it's safer. Right by the public access it's very crowded and the public bathrooms aren't great to say the least. But this beach is nicer then the Ponta Vedra Beach which is 30 minute walk away.

5. Ponte Vedra Beach

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 https://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/cities/ponte-vedra-beach.html
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Ponte Vedra Beach

Reviewed By peggyoneill888 - Portland, United States

Probably one of the loveliest beaches I've ever seen. There are beautiful homes on one side, and the rolling Atlantic on the other. Great for collecting a wide array of sea shells or watching pelicans skim along the surface of the ocean. Perfect for long walks or a lazy day in the sun!

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