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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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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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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Governor’s Creek Boat Ramp

Located on on the West bank of the St. Johns River at the mouth of Governor’s Creek, visitors can access two concrete boat ramp lanes, 13 trailer parking spaces, and a fishing pier. By Water:

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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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Wooded area with a creek in the background, hand rails in the center

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

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The Pond at Ronnie Van Zant Park

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

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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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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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Kayak on the Water

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

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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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Valiant Outfitters

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,

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Building and Field at Tanglewood Park

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:

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Blue By U Farm

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

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River View of Spring Park

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

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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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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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