Fort Matanzas National Monument

Saint Augustine, FL

Fort Matanzas National Monument

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Pet-friendly summary

Pets on a 6-foot leash are welcome in the park including on the beach and on the trails.

Amenities

  • Fishing
  • Saltwater Fishing
  • Living History
  • Reenactments
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Museum Exhibits

About Fort Matanzas National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protects approximately 300 acres of Florida coastal environment containing dunes, marsh, maritime forest, and associated flora and fauna, including threatened and endangered species.