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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Greenwood Park
A 1.13-acre park that has three pavilions and four picnic areas, one basketball court and a fully equipped playground.
Pioneer Trail
The Pioneer Trail at Jennings State Forest offers a unique hiking experience not commonly found in Florida. Constant elevation gain/loss, beautiful bluffs above Black Creek, hollows, waterfalls and much more can be found on this exciting
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
Knight’s Boat Ramp & Marina Facility
Located on the St. Johns River at the mouth of Black Creek, visitors can access 3 boat ramp lanes, 60 boat trailer parking spaces, 10 car parking spaces, a 250 foot fishing pier, restroom facility,
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
The Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail
Clay County Trail Camp Chowenwaw Park- 1517 Ball Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 Bird Sightings Hotspot: Camp Chowenwaw Park, Clay County, FL, US – eBird Hotspot Jennings State Forest- 1337 Longhorn Road,
Doctors Lake Kayak Paddle
The lake is an elongated estuary about five miles long and one mile wide. Due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, the water of Doctors Lake is brackish. Most of the 13-mile shoreline of
Tanglewood Park
Tanglewood Community Park is a 12.75-acre facility that is leased to the Fleming Island Athletic Association, Inc. Amenities at this park include: Baseball Field Covered Pavilion Playground Softball Field Tennis/Pickleball Courts The FIAA provides:
Keystone Heights Theme Park
The Keystone Heights Theme Park can be found behind Keystone Heights City Hall. This park features lighted basketball and tennis courts, an EV Charging Station, playground equipment and picnic areas.
Keystone Heights Nature Park
The Keystone Heights Natural Park is located across the street from Keystone Heights City Hall. In this park you will find various flora, scenic walkways and a gazebo seating area.
Spring Park
Spring Park is located on the beautiful St. Johns River. Access is available via Walnut Street, Magnolia Avenue, Spring Street and Ferris Street/St. Johns Avenue. It is open to the public from sunrise to sunset. Spring
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.
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.
Keystone Heights Beach Park and Geneva Jungle
Keystone Beach features picnic areas, The “Geneva Jungle” playground, swings, slides, and the Keystone Historic Pavilion. This park is open to the public from sunup to sundown. The Keystone Historic Pavilion can be rented out
Leona F. Terry Azalea Park
Tucked away in downtown Keystone Heights you will find Azalea Park. Along the pathway in Azalea Park are various fitness stations such as pull-up bars, balance beams and sit-up benches. After your workout the gazebo
Moccasin Slough County Park
Exploration and fun await you at Moccasin Slough, located off of Highway 17. This 255-acre park invites you to explore the trails, one of which has 8 fitness stations along the path. Be sure to
Eagle Harbor Golf Course
Golfing at Eagle Harbor offers an opportunity for everyone in the group to play to their skill level. Every so often on the Course, around the bend, there will be a surprising test of skills
Doctors Lake Park & Boat Ramp
When the water calls your name, you may want to go to Doctors Lake Park to answer. You can fish on the 320-foot pier or simply take it all in under the covered picnic area.
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
Middleburg Main Street Boat Ramp
Located on Black Creek with access to the St. Johns River, this single lane boat ramp is located by water: 30.073127, – 81.852176 Additional Amenities include: Paved and overflow gravel parking spaces, 2 Fishing piers,
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
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
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