Washington Oaks State Park

Rocks at Washington Oaks State Park. Photograph courtesy of
Atlas Obscura. 

           Nestled along the A1A highway in Palm Coast, Florida, this special spot will transport you to a Nicolas Sparks movie. Long roads with overhanging trees are a perfect spot for photography enthusiasts and perhaps a wedding venue as well.

            Last time I ventured out to this beautiful spot, I brought my hammock and a Bulldog named Winston to relax in the wind and trees for a few hours. Not many people know about this spot and it is definitely a place to see if you want to take a break from society. If you get tired of sitting in a hammock (which I don’t understand how that could happen), Washington Oaks State Park is home to another version of Big Talbot Island. Along the beach are giant rocks that are scattered for as far as the eye can see and allow the waves to play a beautiful melody on the shore.

       

Oak Tree at Washington Oaks State Park
Photograph courtesy of Florida State Parks.

     But, if that isn’t amazing enough, have no fear! Upon entering the park, to the right is a beautifully sculpted garden filled with exotic flowers and a wickedly awesome oak tree that makes amazing backdrops for photos. This park is truly spectacular, whatever mood you’re in, there will always be a perfect spot for you to hang out or even marry your soul mate at...