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Viewing Spots

7 spots near Jacksonville, FL

San Marco Riverwalk

1.2 mi

Beautiful riverwalk with views of downtown skyline. Sunset reflects off the St. Johns River.

sunsetFaces West-Northwest★★★★★
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Memorial Park

1.8 mi

Riverside park with open western views over the St. Johns. Popular sunset spot with benches.

sunsetFaces West★★★★
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Sisters Creek Marina

14.1 mi

Marshland views with dramatic skies. The low horizon and water reflections make for stunning sunsets.

sunsetFaces West-Southwest★★★★
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Huguenot Memorial Park

15.3 mi

Wide beach at the mouth of the St. Johns River. Panoramic views from northeast to southeast.

moonrisesunrisesunsetFaces East★★★★★
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Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

15.6 mi

Secluded beach with minimal light pollution. Great for dramatic moonrise photography.

moonrisesunriseFaces East-Northeast★★★★★
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Atlantic Beach at Beach Ave

15.6 mi

Quieter beach access with wide open eastern horizon. Less crowded than Jax Beach for peaceful viewing.

moonrisesunriseFaces East★★★★★
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Jacksonville Beach Pier

16.0 mi

Iconic fishing pier with unobstructed ocean horizon. Perfect for moonrise and sunrise views over the Atlantic.

moonrisesunriseFaces East★★★★★
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