Beach Running on Amelia Island: The Complete Guide

Complete guide to beach running on Amelia Island — 13 miles of car-free beach, tide charts, five access points, sand conditions, jellyfish season, and tips from a local runner with 16,000+ miles on the island.

March 11, 2026 · 6 min · Matt Mueller

Beach Running on Amelia Island

13 miles of Atlantic Ocean beach that becomes a world-class running surface at low tide. Free access at multiple points, no vehicles allowed, and ocean breezes that make summer heat bearable.

March 11, 2026 · 9 min · Matt Mueller

Why I Run Amelia Island

What makes running on this barrier island special — the routes, the light, the community, and the miles that keep me here.

March 11, 2026 · 6 min · Matt Mueller