Amelia Island, Barrier island in Nassau County, Florida.
The 13-mile-long Amelia Island features white sand beaches along the Atlantic Ocean and salt marshes on its western side, with maritime forests throughout.
The territory changed control between eight different nations, including French, Spanish, British, and American forces, from the 16th through the 19th centuries.
The historic district of Fernandina Beach contains 50 blocks of Victorian architecture, with preserved buildings now housing local businesses and accommodations.
Main Beach Park provides free parking, restroom facilities, and lifeguard services from Memorial Day through Labor Day for beach visitors.
American Beach, established in 1935, served as a dedicated oceanfront resort for African Americans during the period of segregation in Florida.
Location: Nassau County
Capital city: Fernandina Beach
Elevation above the sea: 4 m
Part of: Sea Islands
Address: Amelia Island, Florida 32034, USA
GPS coordinates: 30.60778,-81.46000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:13
Florida, known as the Sunshine State, extends along the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico with white sand beaches and warm waters. The coastline includes urban beaches near Miami, natural reserves in the Keys, and family destinations in central Florida. Visitors find locations for swimming, surfing, fishing, and wildlife observation from Pensacola to Key West.
Dungeness
15.7 km
Fort Clinch
10.8 km
Fort Clinch State Park
10.8 km
Original Town of Fernandina Historic Site
9 km
Amelia Island State Park
8.9 km
Amelia Island Light
7.5 km
Boneyard Beach
11.8 km
Fort San Carlos
9 km
St. Marys Historic District
16.3 km
Fernandina Beach Historic District
7 km
Fairbanks House
6.9 km
Nassau County Courthouse
7 km
Orange Hall
15.4 km
Amelia Island Museum of History
6.7 km
Tabby House
6.8 km
Bailey House
6.8 km
United States Post Office, Custom House, and Courthouse
7.1 km
John Denham Palmer House
6.9 km
Merrick-Simmons House
6.8 km
Ervin's Rest
3.9 km
Hippard House
3.8 km
Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
6.5 km
Fort Clinch
10.8 km
Sea Camp Beach
17.4 km
American Beach Museum
3.8 km
Cumberland Island National Seashore Museum
15.2 km
Ice House Museum
16.4 km
David Levy Yulee Sculpture
7.1 kmReviews
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