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The pier has become a Flagler Beach landmark since 1925 with its large “Flagler Beach” sign that’s become a staple of Florida travel guides throughout the years.

The Flagler Beach Municipal Pier also offers pretty good fishing, with good catches of croakers, black drum, sheepshead, flounder, bluefish, a few large kingfish and the occasional tarpon. Originally the pier was about 1,000 feet long, but after being knocked down a few times, it’s currently over 800.

Flagler Beach a unique among Northeast Florida Beaches in that it’s frequented by endangered Right Whales. The Right Whale is frequently sighted during winter months, I’ve seen them just north of the pier once and they’re quite a site.

The Flagler Pier Restaurant offers a great view of the Atlantic and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and of course Florida seafood.

The first beach on Florida’s east coast is Amelia Island making it popular with visitors from Georgia and the Carolinas. Amelia Island Plantation, located on the south end of the island, is well known as a world class golf resort.

You’re allowed to drive on parts of Amelia Island, the sand is soft and a 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended and even necessary on most beaches. One place you can drive is the south end of the Island at Amelia Island State Park.

The beaches are clean and the water is warm during the summer months, kayaking, fishing and surfing make this a great place to visit.