Outdoors
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Spend time outdoors in Clay County exploring the 35 miles of trails and 39 square miles of waterways throughout our local and state parks, conservation areas and Florida trailways.
Our accessible boat ramps and fishing piers are available to those ready to make memories on the water. From kayaking to hiking and even camping, explore the natural wonders that make Clay County a popular destination for exploring the outdoors.
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Valiant Outfitters
One day a few years ago, a little girl, our founder’s first grandkid, was born. Her name is Lucy. It’s not short for Lucille or anything, it’s just Lucy. But she is named after someone,
Batton Family Ranch
Batton Family Ranch in Keystone Heights, FL offers trail rides and riding lessons for the whole family. Owned and operated by 5th generation horse rancher and trainer Charles Batton, the ranch provides a safe, fun,
J.C. Penney Memorial Scenic Highway
The J.C. Penney Memorial Scenic Highway passes through a series of natural and majestic features, including centuries old oak and magnolia canopies, and a variety of bottomland hardwoods, commercial forest, mesic hammock, and wetlands
T. C. Miller Park and Community Center
The T.C. Miller Park is the site of a historic elementary school and is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. The original building still stands and is home to the Clay County Youth
Camp Chowenwaw County Park
Camp Chowenwaw (Cho’-wen-waw), is a beautiful 150-acre site at the mouth of Black Creek, near its confluence with the St. Johns River. The Girl Scout Council of Duval County operated the site as a camp
Kingsley East River Overlook
Kingsley East River Overlook is a pocket park in the public right-of-way at the east end of Kingsley Avenue overlooking the St. John’s River in Orange Park. Enjoy the panoramic river views, read about torpedo
Eagle Harbor Park
This local park includes a playground, picnic area and pavilion, and basketball court.
Belmore State Forest
Belmore State Forest is located in Northeast Florida, in southern Clay County. The forest is approximately 15 miles west of Green Cove Springs and 20 miles southwest of Orange Park. The forest is composed of
Regional Sports Complex
Home to eight multi-purpose fields dedicated to tournament play, Clay County is proud to announce the opening of the Regional Sports Complex!
Gano Avenue Park
This playground is attached to the Town of Orange Park Sports and Recreational Park. For additional information, please call (904) 264-2635.
Neptune Park
This local sports complex features baseball and softball fields as well as concessions areas for using during games.
Hagan Coastal Outfitters at ACE Hardware
Hagan Coastal Outfitters is a family owned and operated Outfitter Shop specializing in Kayaks, Paddleboards, and Outdoor Apparel. We have seven locations located inside our Hagan Ace Hardware stores throughout North Florida in Mandarin, Green
Keystone Heights Sunrise Park/ Paradise Bark
Keystone Heights Sunrise Park is located on the corner of Sunrise Blvd and Nightingale Street. There you will find the City’s Dog Park, Paradise Bark! This park is a great place for the whole family
Blu By U Farm
Blu By U Farm, a family-owned operation, was established in 2016. We specialize in seasonal U-Pick blueberries and offer a petting zoo and charming country store. The Blu By U Country Store features a variety
CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm
CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm exists to reduce animal suffering by rescuing, rehabilitating and reintroducing in-need farmed animals suffering from abuse, abandonment, neglect or catastrophic disaster, while promoting responsible animal stewardship and compassionate consumption. We
Bayard Conservation Area
This conservation area’s importance is magnified by its closeness to the St. Johns River and the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Its riverine bottomland hardwoods, pine flatwoods and sandhill communities protect approximately seven miles of the St.
Outdoor Adventure Park
The Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park is a sprawling 158-acre complex near Camp Blanding, at 3829 Sergeant Bradley Crose Road, Middleburg, on County Road 215, just south of Oak Grove Baptist Church. The 200-yard gun
Walter Odum Park
Walter Odum Park is located at 450 Parkwood Drive and includes one softball field, five baseball fields, and a football field for league and tournament play. This park is leased to the Police Activities League
Southern Cove Charters & Excursions
Hello there! I am Captain Harold Burke. I have been fishing the area waters around Green Cove Springs and surrounding areas since I was a young boy with my granddad, dad, and uncle. My experience
Moody Avenue Park
A 15-acre facility that provides an ADA/handicapped accessible modular playground unit with a poured-in-place surfacing for use by children both with and without physical disabilities as was the construction of the restroom. The park also
Ronnie Van Zant Memorial Park
There are as many activities at Ronnie Van Zant Park as there are hits from Lynyrd Skynyrd. Ronnie Van Zant, Lynyrd Skynyrd’s original lead singer, was tragically lost in a plane crash with other band
Green Cove Springs City Pier
The City Pier provides a gateway to the City of Green Cove Springs by way of the St. Johns River. The Pier provides a centrally located covered pavilion with handrails that are handicap accessible. The
Jennings State Forest
There are more than 15 different natural biological communities on Jennings State Forest, including sandhill, slope forest, flatwoods, seepage slope, dome swamp, blackwater stream and seepage stream. Fire is needed to maintain many of these
Plantation Sports Complex
Plantation Sports Complex is a 26 acre facility that is leased to the YMCA. The YMCA provides: Youth Soccer Youth Flag Football Contracted Association: YMCA Membership Director: Steven Hillan Phone:Â 904-278-9622 Email:Â shillan@firstcoastymca.org
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