~ Zen Kayak tours will be held on Monday 8/18/08 9-12 pm

Unite mind and body on northeast Florida’s most unique kayak tour. You’ll be given an introduction to correct paddling techniques and instructed in the art of Mindful Kayaking.

Also check out the Wings Over Florida tours.

Estuary Kayak Tour

Information about the Park Service Specialist will be posted as soon as the information is available.

Established as a non-profit corporation to function as a Citizens Support Organization (CSO), to work for the preservation, protection, interpretation and promotion of Faver-Dykes State Park This is accomplished through special work projects, programs, and events. There are also outreach programs, exhibits, interpretive programs, fund raising activities, guided tours and additional activities which are designed to meet the needs of Faver-Dykes State Park

As a Florida State Park, Faver-Dykes State Park receives funding for the basic maintenance of the park. However, funds for enhancements, certain repairs and special projects are left to the efforts of citizen support organizations (The Friends).

Noted for its pristine condition, this tranquil park borders Pellicer Creek as it winds along Florida's east coast highways down to the Matanzas River. Pellicer Creek is a popular site for birding with more than one hundred bird species seen during spring and fall migrations. Songbirds, including the colorful wood warblers, along with eagles and falcons, return to nest at the park each year. Wading birds, such as egrets, wood storks, white ibis, and herons, feed in the tidal marshes and creeks. This peaceful park is also home to deer, turkeys, hawks, bobcats, and river otters. Fishing, picnicking, and nature walks are popular activities. Pellicer Creek is a designated state canoe trail and visitors can rent canoes at the park. A full-facility campground is available for overnight stays. Located 15 miles south of St. Augustine near the intersection of I-95 and U.S. 1.

Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.

www.floridastateparks.org

For Information about Faver-Dykes State Park, please call 904-794-0997.

 Hours of Operation

Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.

Driving Directions

Take Interstate 95 to exit #298 which is US 1. Go north on US 1 for 300 yards and turn right on Faver-Dykes Road. Go 1.5 miles on Faver-Dykes Road to Faver-Dykes State Park.

Park Fees

Admission Fees - $3.00 per vehicle for up to 8 people, Extra Passengers add $1.00.

Pedestrians, Bicyclists, or Passengers In Vehicles With Holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit Admission Fee $1.00
Camping Fees: Daily Rate: $14.00 + Tax ($1.26)=$15.26
Florida Resident Senior/Disabled Daily Rate: $7.00 + Tax ($.63)=$7.63

Canoe Rental Rates
First 2 Hours	$8.00 + Tax ($.48)=$8.48
Three Hours	$11.00 + Tax ($.66)=$11.66
Four Hours	$14.00 + Tax ($.84) = $14.84
Five Hours	$17.00 + Tax ($1.02) = $18.02

 Faver-Dykes State Park

1000 Faver Dykes Road
St. Augustine, Florida 32086
Phone: 904-794-0997
Fax: 386-446-6781

Park Services Specialist

386-446-6783 Office

386-446-6781 Fax

 Citizen Support Organization

Friends of Faver-Dykes State Park
1000 Faver Dykes Road
St. Augustine, FL 32086