Guana River Wildlife Management Area

The Guana River Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is part of the Guana Tract, an expanse of public conservation and recreational lands including the 73,352-acre coastal Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve. Located midway between fast-growing Jacksonville and St. Augustine, the 9,815-acre Guana River WMA offers abundant opportunities for fishing, hunting, birding, and hiking.

In the late summer, roseate spoonbills and other wading birds are numerous around the Big and Little Savannah impoundments.  Lake Ponte Vedra is a popular spot for fishing, crabbing, and waterfowl hunting. Miles of scenic roads through maritime hammock, coastal xeric scrub, marshes, and flatwoods are available for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

• View the Recreation Master Plan for Guana River Wildlife Management Area.

• View the Conceptual Management Plan for Guana River Wildlife Management Area.