As vegetation took hold on the sandbars, animals moved in, followed by the first human inhabitants, the Paleo hunters. The Ais Indians were more recent inhabitants of the barrier islands. They were a tribe of hunters and gatherers who lived off the bounty of the land and sea.
By , all of the Ais Indians were gone. Like the other natives of Florida, they succumbed to European diseases and mistreatment. Seven hundred people lost their lives in this disaster, while over 1, people survived. For four years, the Spanish sent divers from St. Augustine and Cuba to work the wreck sites. While the Spanish were busy recovering the treasure from the ocean floor, an English pirate, Henry Jennings, and his men surrounded the Spanish and stole what treasure they had recovered at the time.
This plan worked so well that he returned two months later and stole the treasure again. It is estimated that the value of smuggled treasure equaled the registered treasure. This inlet was quickly closed by a storm and the shifting sands. The next attempt to open an inlet was organized by fishermen wanting quick access to the ocean. In , the Sebastian Inlet was opened at its current location and small jetties were completed. Between and the Inlet opened and closed several times due to the shifting sands caused by storms.
Sebastian Inlet is a mecca for those on the hunt for good waves. This is a great spot for a nice, long ride. Image by madisheenstra. With two jetties extending over the Atlantic Ocean you've got plenty of access to saltwater speices, and the inlet to the Indian River Lagoon providing the perfect habitat for inshore species, you can't go wrong.
A saltwater fishing license is required for those 16 and up. Since there are no lifeguards on duty, it is recommended to swim with a buddy, heed marked flags and warnings.
Beach wheelchairs and specially designed floatable wheelchairs are available upon request. Look at artifacts and other displays as you step onto the observation deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The rock reefs stretch for miles giving you hours of fun under the surface.
Scuba divers and snorkelers must be within feet of a dive flag for safety. And because Sebastian Inlet State Park just happens to provide a sun-drenched setting for each and every one of these activities, nearly everyone wants to be there. The inlet, a magnet for visitors, is highlighted by its famed twin jetties where anglers of all ages arrive with coolers filled with bait and expect to depart with those very same coolers filled with fish.
From the pier or from a boat, snook, redfish, bluefish, Spanish mackerel and other saltwater fish can be caught with a good cast and the right bait. With steady sea breezes rolling in from the Atlantic Ocean and the A1A bridge accenting this picturesque setting, a full day — or even a few hours -- spent fishing here far surpasses a day spent indoors.
Although most sea life is hidden beneath the waves, one very visible sea creature can be seen atop the waves. The McLarty Treasure Museum highlights the Spanish treasure fleet, while the Sebastian Fishing Museum chronicles the history of the area's fishing industry. Augustine FL Skip to main content.
Sebastian Inlet State Park A true beach lover's paradise. Hours Open 24 hours a day, days a year. Contact Info Plan Your Visit. Summer has arrived at Sebastian Inlet State Park. The tidal cove has recently been a popular destination for families looking for a way to beat the summer heat.
Surfing is also a popular recreation and several major competitions are held here every year.
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