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Hunting and Fishing in Florida
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Amelia Island State Recreation Area
Just south of the developed tourist and residential areas of
Amelia Island, Amelia Island State Recreation Area offers over
200 acres of undeveloped sea island recreational opportunities.
Pristine beaches, salt marshes and coastal maritime forests
provide a glimpse of the original Florida. A concession,
Seahorse Stables, offers guided horseback rides along the
Atlantic beach. Other activities include fishing, hiking,
sunning, and bird watching. For information call: (904)251-2320
Big Lagoon State Recreation Area
Big Lagoon State Recreation Area derives its name from a
bordering body of water called Big Lagoon. This coastal park
which consists of 698 upland acres, was opened in 1978 and
beckons visitors with all the recreational opportunities
expected at a Florida state park A boat ramp with dock provides
easy access to the lagoon and the Intracoastal Waterway. Fishing
brings in redfish, bluefish, flounder and sea trout seasonally.
Crabbing and castnetting for mullet in the lagoon are also
popular. For information call: (850)492-1595
Dead Lakes State Recreation Area
Dead Lakes is reported to have been formed when sand bars
created by the current of the Apalachicola River blocked the
Chipola River. The ensuing high water killed thousands of trees
in the floodplain, giving the area its name. Dead Lakes offers
fishing, boating, camping and nature study. A boat ramp is
available. For information call: (850)639-2702
Gasparilla Island State Recreation Area
Commercial fishing has always been an important part of
Gasparilla Island. The fish and shellfish resources of the
surrounding waters are among the richest in the state of Florida
Swimming and fishing are very popular activities at Gasparilla
Island along with shelling and picnicking. Two picnic areas,
with covered tables, are located in the park which offer scenic
views of the surrounding water. Shelling is particularly good
during the winter months, however, visitors are reminded that
the collection of live shells is prohibited. The Gulf of Mexico
beaches provide year-round swimming and excellent saltwater
fishing in the waters adjacent to the park and in the deep
waters of Boca Grande Pass. For information call: (941)964-0375
John U. Lloyd Beach State Recreation Area
John U. Lloyd Beach is 251 acres of barrier island between the
Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, from Port
Everglades on the north to Dania on the south. A paved, lighted
jetty at the north end of the park provides excellent fishing
and an opportunity to view ships arriving and departing from
Port Everglades. For information call: (954)923-2833
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