Fernandina Beach: Dolphin Street
About
Dolphin Street is a public beach access point in Fernandina Beach, Florida, about a mile and a half from the center of town. The access has lifeguards and parking, and dogs are allowed, which makes it a straightforward stop for a beach day with the family or a walk with a leashed companion. For the most comfortable weather, aim for spring or fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Fernandina Beach run to highs around 77°F in April and 80°F in October, while July and August average highs near 90°F with more rainy days. Within a few miles, Egans Creek Greenway Trail and Magnolia Nature Trail offer short inland walks, and Fort Clinch State Park Trail is about 2.7 miles away. Across the water in Georgia, Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping Permits cover overnight stays on the island.
Beach Details
Lifeguards
On duty (often seasonal)
Dogs
Allowed
Parking
Lot
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Fernandina Beach: Dolphin Street
Florida
Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Oct–May. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 64–84°F and lows of 45–68°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Fernandina Beach, FL weather station, 1.3 mi away. High / low in °F, and days with snow.
- Jan64° high45° low
- Feb67° high49° low
- Mar72° high54° low
- Apr77° high60° low
- May84° high68° low
- Jun88° high73° low
- Jul91° high75° low
- Aug90° high75° low
- Sep86° high73° low
- Oct80° high65° low
- Nov72° high56° low
- Dec66° high49° low
Nearby
- Egans Creek Greenway TrailHiking2 mi
- Magnolia Nature TrailHiking2.1 mi
- Hiking and Biking TrailHiking2.7 mi
- Fort Clinch State Park TrailHiking2.7 mi
- South Point TrailHiking4 mi
- Summer Beach PathHiking5.3 mi
- Dungeness CrossingHiking5.5 mi
- Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping PermitsCamping7.9 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
