For Black families in the Jacksonville area, American Beach was the place to be for recreation during segregation. The surf and sand offered a brief escape from the realities of racism.

American Beach residents argue they are being treated differently than other beachfront communities where driving is banned, and they seek an injunction against beach driving. Fishermen who have used ...

Situated on the island's south end along A1A, between downtown Fernandina Beach and Jacksonville, American Beach is known for its historical significance and Black heritage. Abraham Lincoln Lewis (A.L ...

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Beach driving costs vary by county and residency status. Driving is permitted on designated Volusia County beaches and at Huguenot Memorial Park in Duval County. Nassau County restricts beach driving ...

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