There are lots of Florida State Parks near Jacksonville where you can explore, hike, picnic, camp, and kids can earn a Junior Ranger Badge.
If you’re looking for a place to camp with the kids, Florida State Parks offer great sites, clean amenities, and tons of fun. Want to do some hiking? There are tons of great trails you can explore. Many of them are kid friendly and are a great way to let kids roam and burn off some steam.
Don’t forget to pick up a Junior Ranger Book during your visit. This program is completely free for kids and can help little ones learn more about the parks.
Located just one hour away from Jacksonville, in Keystone Heights, is ​Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park​, one of Florida’s oldest state parks. Not only is it one of the oldest state parks, it is also home to a 5.4 mile stretch of the Florida National Scenic Trail. There are rolling sand hills, and a […]
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We are so lucky here in North Florida to have a wide variety of state parks we can head to for some family camping fun. Anastasia State Park is the perfect North Florida camping getaway just a little bit south in St Augustine, Florida. The camp sites are well-sized, everything easy to get to by walk
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A little over an hour from Jacksonville Beach is an amazing Florida State Park with so much to explore. Washington Oaks Gardens State Park has trails, a rocky beach, and plenty of spots for a family picnic. Plan a Day Trip to Washington Oaks Gardens State Park If you follow any local photographers you may
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Ravine Gardens State Park is just a short hour drive from Jacksonville and makes a great day trip with kids. This park has lots to do and great trails to explore. Probably our favorite part about this Florida State Park is the wooden suspension bridges you get to hike over. Ravine Gardens is high on
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Fort Clinch State Park is just a short drive north of Jacksonville and is a great spot for a day trip with the kids. This Florida State Park offers hiking trails, a nice beach, a playground and of course, the Fort itself; making it an easy way to spend a full day. One of several
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