Outdoors

explore the outdoors

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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Panoramic image of the Eagle Harbor Soccer Complex

Eagle Harbor Soccer Complex

Eagle Harbor Soccer Complex is a 29 acre facility that is leased to Clay County Soccer Club, Inc.  CCSC provides: Youth Soccer Programs Summer Camps Clinics For information on activities and sign-up dates, please contact

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Eagle Landing Bridge at Golf Club

Eagle Landing Golf Club

Nestled in the still growing OakLeaf Plantation community, Eagle Landing’s semi-private golf course features a 7,037 yard, par-72 Clyde Johnston design that weaves its way through beautiful Florida landscape of Southern pine and palmetto trees

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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

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Hunter Douglas Park

The 10-acre park consists of a pavilion with large picnic areas, one softball field, one basketball court, one tennis court, and a playground. The park also provides a large meeting room with a kitchen available

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Somer’s Sunshine Park

Somer’s Sunshine Park is named for Somer Thompson, a 7-year old Orange Park resident who was kidnapped and murdered in 2009. Spurred by the tragedy, the Town Council dedicated a 1-acre parcel of land, located

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Playground at Orange Park Town Hall Park

Orange Park Town Hall Park

Town Hall Park facilities include an Inclusive Playground, picnic tables, grills, band stage, and restrooms. Many community events are held in the park each year, including the popular Fall Festival and Farmers’ & Art’s Market!

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Obstacles on Course at Fleming Island - Fleming Island FL

Fleming Island Golf Club

Fleming Island Golf Club offer players an award winning golf experience from the moment they arrive. Designed by local architect Bobby Weed, Fleming Island’s stunning design features diverse backdrops of native wetlands, dense timbers, and

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The Disc Shop

The Disc Shop

Open by Appointment, please call before stopping by: 904-606-5828 For More Information: The Disc Shop | Middleburg FL | Facebook

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Water view from Williams Park

Williams Park & Boat Ramp

This one-acre park includes two pavilions, two picnic areas, and a playground. The site is heavily wooded and affords a good view of the St. Johns River. Williams Park is an ideal spot for picnicking

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Entrance of Carl Pugh Park

Carl Pugh Park

Carl Pugh Park is located at 317 S. West Street in Green Cove Springs and leased to the Green Cove Springs Baseball/Softball Association (GCSBSA). Recreational opportunities include one softball field, four baseball fields,and two tennis

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Baseball field at Moody Avenue Park

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

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Sports area at Foxmeadow Recreational Park - Middleburg FL

Foxmeadow Recreational Park

A local park located in Middleburg close to Jennings State Forest. Amenities at this park include: Baseball Field Covered Pavilion Fitness Station Horse Riding Trail Nature Trails Playground Tennis/Pickleball Courts

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basketball court and playground at Ridaught Landing Park

Ridaught Landing Park

This .92-acre park is located on Chief Ridaught Trail in the Doctors Inlet/Ridgewood area. This park has an equipped playground and a half basketball court.

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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

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Thunderbolt Park

Thunderbolt Park is a 9.27-acre park located on Fleming Island at 5700 Highway 17 and is open for use by the public. This park provides a covered pavilion and two multipurpose fields for practicing soccer

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Old Ferry Boat Ramp

Located on Black Creek, this single concrete boat ramp lane offers paved parking and has a pier and kayak launch. By Water:  30.080619, – 81.805421

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