Recreation
In this section
District lands
- Alphabetical listing
- Map
- Activities matrix
- Trail guides
- Hunting regulations and maps
- Using District lands
District property closures or activities that may affect recreation
Stokes Landing Conservation Area
Size:
277 acres.
Location:
North of the St. Augustine Regional Airport, east of U.S. 1 in St. Johns County.
Description:
This was the first District acquisition within the coastal basin of the Tolomato River. This conservation area was purchased to protect water resources, wetlands and wildlife habitat. Stokes Landing serves as an outdoor classroom for environmental education, as it has been visited by area students and their teachers over the years. An observation platform for wildlife and marsh viewing was rebuilt by St. Johns County students. The students also developed interpretive trails.
Wildlife viewing:
The conservation area is home to wood storks, red-tailed hawks, wading birds and otters.
Recreational activities:
- Hiking, bicycling, wildlife viewing, nature study and fishing. more info
- Boating and canoeing opportunities are available on the Tolomato River, and the property is accessible by water; however, there are no launches located on the property.
Restrictions: more info
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted.
Access:
From U.S. 1 north of the St. Augustine airport, take Venetian Boulevard to Old Dixie Road and turn left on Lakeshore Drive. The entrance is on the right.
For more information:
Call the District’s Bureau of Land Management at (386) 329-4404.
