Timeline
08:00
Enter Avalon State Park. The park opens at 8AM, so you will have the trails and beaches to yourself for the first hour. This is the quietest time to walk the dunes and enjoy the morning light without the midday rush.
09:00
Check the route to find a nearby spot for lunch or a snack. Since there are no food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity of the park, you will need to drive back toward Fort Pierce or along A1A to find a place that is open for daytime service.
10:00
Return to Avalon State Park for a second wind. After your meal, come back to the park for a relaxed afternoon stroll. The shade of the coastal vegetation and the sound of the ocean provide a peaceful end to your morning excursion.
Local tip
The park closes at sundown, so plan your return trip with enough daylight. If you are visiting in summer, the sun sets late, but in winter, it sets early. Check the route to your lunch spot to ensure it is open during your planned visit time.
Check before you go
- Avalon State Park opens at 8AM and closes at sundown.
- There are no food or drink shops located within the park or immediately adjacent in the provided data. You must check the route to find nearby dining options in Fort Pierce or along A1A.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Fort Pierce (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).