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San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park in St Marks

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San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park is a tourist attraction in St Marks, FL.

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Brandy D -Google user

a month ago

There’s a boat ramp next to the park, so parking can get busy at times. Parking for the state park itself is free, but admission to the museum is $2 per person. The park is beautiful, with plenty of trees, peaceful walking trails, and a historic...Read More

Just outside the museumDogs allowed on grounds not in the museum must be on a 6 foot leashPicnic tables under trees

Brian Miller -Google user

a month ago

Very interesting fort and museum. It’s very well maintained and the paths are well marked. Outside of the museum there were pamphlets that explain the markers around the site. The museum was only 2 dollars to enter and has some great information, displays...Read More

There are restrooms outside of the museum

Greg Kimball -Google user

a month ago

I recently visited the San Marcos Historical Site at 148 Old Fort Rd, in St Marks, FL. I had a nice afternoon experience at this site. I was able to talk to the official at the site about the history and the property and all...Read More

It appeared to be dog friendly

D Garner -Google user

a week ago

This is a very unique site and worth a visit. The museum is very interesting and the ranger was very helpful.

Present but not wheelchair accessible.Many picnic table options.

RV Traveler -Google user

a year ago

Interesting small museum and old fort. Well worth doing the short walk around the ruins. The storyboards were well done. The museum has a short movie which you need to watch for sure. The museum volunteers were very friendly and offered an...Read More

You can walk your dog on the grounds. As you tour. Dogs are not allowed in the museum.

Mandy Plympton Hancock (Handy Mandy's Cleaning) -Google user

4 years ago

If you are a nature lover and bird watcher this is a perfect place. Beautiful scenery full full of birds and other wild life. Hope of the boat and take short ride out to the Gulf to enjoy the sunset/sunrise.

Davis D. Janowski -Google user

5 years ago

Mission San Luis, William Augustus Bowles, the Creek and Seminole Wars, the Civil War, this little fort, which has changed a great deal over the centuries (yes, centuries) has been a focal point of many episodes in local history. Soooooo few realize that there was...Read More

Brian Burke -Google user

7 years ago

Went with the family to see the Nina and the Pinta in port and stumbled upon this old fort. Awesome place for a walk with beautiful views of the river.

Lester Olive -Google user

2 years ago

Cool little museum and park with gorgeous river views and a short trail outback.

Star Pritchard -Google user

Edited 2 years ago

Beautiful place to take the kids for a mini hike down there mulch trails . The kids Love the nature walk . Bring bug spray

WeekdayNo waitNoFree

Dee DeWitt -Google user

3 years ago

Wow, what a wonderful hustoric fort. Possibly settled before St Augustine in the 1500's! Loved learning the history of this area.

Michael C. Owens -Google user

6 years ago

Small but incredibly important site. Native American, Spanish, American, and Civil War history all played out at this confluence of the Wakulla and St.Marks rivers.

Michael York -Google user

a year ago

If you have an interest in history, this is a great spot to visit. The fort is, of course, in ruins but is still visible. We had a nice time walking around the grounds and viewing the museum. The 20 minute film is done very...Read More

Kim Forehand-van der Linde -Google user

2 years ago

Small nice park with a ton of history. You get a very quick idea of the geopolitical and cultural and economic dynamics of the area just by going through the museum.

Michael Vance Morton, Jr. -Google user

2 weeks ago

A cool place to see and read about some of Florida's early history.

Nice clean restrooms.A great place to take your dog! A really good place to take a dip at the mouth of the Saint Mark's river.A nice picnic area.

Shelby Hopkins -Google user

a year ago

We found this by accident while passing through. So much history here. I highly recommend watching the informative video about the fort. The staff was very friendly. It is 2 dollars a person and they accept the Florida State Park Pass here.

Jenel D'Alessandro -Google user

7 years ago

This is a true hidden gem of a state park. The $2 fee to enter the visitors center museum is well worth it! Fantastic movie the ranger plays inside the theatre! The self guided walking tour is nice and peaceful.

Tabitha Weston -Google user

2 years ago

This place was absolutely beautiful. I don't have very many other words. Lots of parking spaces, but almost seemed like not enough for it's popularity. It was our first visit, we can't wait to go back again next year. ❤️

Mickey Ramsey -Google user

5 months ago

Historic Jewel, nice displays. Has a movie theater that tells of the history of the Fort. Museum Hosts were very helpful, and told vivid stories that brought the past to life. Grounds were very well kept.

Christie Bailey -Google user

2 months ago

Very cool place. Feels like you take a step back into the past. Beautiful history.

Features

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Activities

Hiking

Amenities

Picnic tables

Public restroom

Children

Good for kids

Kid-friendly hikes

Pets

Dogs allowed

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