First Coast, Coastal region in North Florida, United States
The First Coast is a coastal region in North Florida that stretches from the Georgia border to Marineland. It encompasses five counties surrounding Jacksonville with numerous beaches and waterfront areas along the Atlantic Ocean.
The region played a role in early European attempts to settle North America during the 1500s. This initial period shaped the development of the entire area and its long-term importance.
The name reflects the region's status as an early point of European arrival and settlement in North America. Today, visitors encounter numerous sites and stories that reinforce this historical identity throughout the area.
The region provides year-round access to beaches and outdoor activities with varying conditions depending on the season. It helps to plan ahead and consider local conditions when deciding what activities to pursue.
French colonists built an early fort here before Spanish settlers arrived nearby. These competing attempts from the 1500s made the region a critical flashpoint in European expansion.
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