Guana River State Park (GTM Research Reserve)

Located 20 minutes north of St. Augustine, Guana River State Park is a 2,000 acre sanctuary home for endangered species and a nature enthusiast’s dream. Two public beach access areas offer dune crossover boardwalks onto this 4.2 mile stretch of undeveloped beachside. Activities available include swimming, surfing, sunbathing, fishing, and shell-hunting. No camping is allowed and there are no developed picnic areas. While pets are now allowed on the beach, they can be taken throughout other areas of the park if kept on a handheld leash no longer than six feet.

Our 21,000 square foot Visitor Center includes interpretive exhibits, aquariums, classrooms, teaching and working laboratories, an auditorium and an outdoor amphitheater overlooking the Guana River Aquatic Preserve. Education staff offer programming for all ages on the importance of the estuary. Our Coastal Training Program offers training for professionals on issues of concern in our local community including watershed, invasive plants, and much more.