Florida Historical Markers Programs - Marker Detail
PICOLATA "PASS OF THE SALAMATOTO RIVER"
Location:S.R. 13 & S.R.208 (Picolata Road)
County: St. Johns
City: Picolata
Description: Here where the St. Johns River narrows, was a natural crossing used by Indians, and later by the Spaniards, in pushing west. A Spanish fort, built in 1700, protected the crossing and trail that led to Apalache, near Tallahassee. From 1836 to 1870, a stage line, connecting with river steamers, ran from this point to St. Augustine.
Sponsors: In Cooperation with St. Johns County Historical Commission
