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Camping near Jacksonville

Jacksonville might be Florida’s most populous city, but it’s also its greenest—this coastal city boasts the largest urban park system in the US. Urban explorers can take their pick of seven state parks, three national parks and preserves, and some 400 parks and gardens, all within a half-hour drive of downtown. Once you’ve browsed Jax’s art museums and visited the Fort Caroline National Memorial, check into an RV park along the St. Johns River, pitch your tent on the beach at Little Talbot Island State Park, or kayak around the wetlands in the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.

97% (1.8K) • 1,759 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Jacksonville

Vineyard Lake Getaway

1. Vineyard Lake Getaway

99%

(117)

9.1mi from Jacksonville · 6 sites

Enjoy a quite country atmosphere conveniently located minutes from I295 in Jacksonville. Bring your bathing suites, and fishing poles because this seven acres has a spring fed lake loaded with fish, and clear water ideal for swimming. The sites are spacious, and sites 1&2 have full hook ups (50 amp elect, water, and sewage). -note- Your children do not get charged as additional guests (you pay enough for them already). -note- Sites 3-6 do not have water hook ups, but have easy access to well water on my property. - text or call for gate code (gate closes automatically). -Message with any questions, I'll be happy to answer them.-

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Almost Heaven Acres

2. Almost Heaven Acres

93%

(53)

12mi from Jacksonville · 1 site

10 acres of open land! Horses on site. A few trees within the horse pasture and a small patch of woods line the back of the property. There's a 50 amp RV hookup and dump station on site as well. Happy camping!

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Seas The Day

3. Seas The Day

95%

(10)

15mi from Jacksonville · 1 site

Enjoy half of our beautiful nature preserve at the beach. The space provides a 25’ access gate, and a clear grassy area to easily accommodate up to an 21’ camper. Access to electric and water. The property is secluded with a heavy tree canopy. Half of the property is owner occupied, the other half is separated by a fence and very private. During the day enjoy easy access to the beaches, less than a mile, an eight minute bike ride. At night, enjoy the peaceful outdoors with ambient string lighting and a relaxing patio area. You will probably hear and catch a glimpse of our resident owl. Boogie boards, paddle boards, and surfboards available.

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Little Talbot Island State Park

4. Little Talbot Island State Park

97%

(17)

State park 17mi from Jacksonville · 36 sites

The vagaries of modern life got you in a tizzy? Escape to this island state park.

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Fort Clinch State Park

5. Fort Clinch State Park

100%

(10)

State park 27mi from Jacksonville · 58 sites

Experience life during the Seminole War at this historic American fort!

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Destination Sunset

6. Destination Sunset

99%

(70)

16mi from Jacksonville · 1 site

A private, fully fenced waterfront RV campsite on nearly an acre in Jacksonville—made for fishing, boating, quiet sunsets, and bringing the dogs. Pull onto a spacious 30' x 55' concrete RV pad with water, full sewer, and 30/50-amp hookups. Launch directly from the private boat ramp, tie up at the 400-sq-ft floating dock, or explore the surrounding creeks by canoe or kayak. Watch tarpon roll, birds pass overhead, and the sunset settle over the water. Your stay includes: • Private boat ramp and floating dock • Canoe and 2 kayaks • Fast Wi-Fi • Fire pit, charcoal grill, and hammock • Fenced space where dogs can roam • Firewood and ice available for purchase Bring your own RV or camper; there is also room to pitch a tent, but this is a campsite and does not have bathroom or shower facilities. Enjoy nearby Black Hammock Island Park, the A1A, Fernandina Beach, Cumberland Island, and local sandbars—then come back to your own peaceful waterfront base.

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The Good Karma Honey Bee BnB

7. The Good Karma Honey Bee BnB

100%

(46)

17mi from Jacksonville · 1 site

Karma Acres Farm was started in 2010 by Lee Hughes and Lisa Broward to promote their love for beekeeping and gardening for wildlife. They produce wonderful, natural, raw honey and honey products for their local community. In fact, their farm was voted as #1 best honey provider in Nassau County in 2019.

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Lofton Retreat

8. Lofton Retreat

100%

(56)

19mi from Jacksonville · 1 site

This 2-acre lot will put you in touch with nature! You will see and hear owls, many species of birds in a quiet, peaceful setting. Bluebird boxes, bird feeder and birdbath are near the RV site, so you will enjoy watching nature right at your campsite. During hummingbird season, you will observe these tiny amazing birds enjoying our homemade nectar. Turtles enjoy roaming the property also. The camper pictured is in the spot where your RV will be parked. A firepit and grate are at the campsite. You will be minutes from Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island, where you can swim and surf or rent horses for a beach horseback ride. Lofton Creek Kayaking and boat launches are within minutes. Several state parks are also nearby. You will have your pick of shopping and restaurants all within 15-30 minutes of your camp site. We offer the following items which are available for purchase: Bundle of Firewood, Bag of Fat lighter, Farm Fresh Eggs based on availability; please inquire Please notify host a minimum of 30 minutes prior to your arrival. so we can greet you and show you to your site. Check in is between 3 and 8 PM unless prior arrangements have been made. We are nearby in case needed. Thank you.

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Full hookups

Florida Wildlands

9. Florida Wildlands

97%

(19)

20mi from Jacksonville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

This former timberland has been recently thinned but still retains enough pine and hardwood trees to provide a natural shade. Come camp under the stars and explore wild Florida, surrounded by palmettos and other native wildlife. You may see the occasional deer, turkey, or rabbit strolling though. Pack out what you pack in and help us keep this spot “all natural” for all guests.

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Crooked River State Park

10. Crooked River State Park

86%

(7)

State park 36mi from Jacksonville · 15 sites

Explore Georgia’s famed Intracoastal Waterway and a diverse maritime forest.

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Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park

11. Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park

83%

(6)

State park 38mi from Jacksonville · 83 sites

What a name. Betcha can't say that three times fast?

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Anastasia State Park

12. Anastasia State Park

98%

(31)

State park 39mi from Jacksonville · 124 sites

Explore history, a diverse ecosystem, and abundant wildlife.

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Osceola National Forest

13. Osceola National Forest

100%

(7)

National forest 40mi from Jacksonville · 78 sites

Osceola National Forest is 200,000 acres of exploration with your name on it! In the northeastern Floridian forest, pine flatwoods and cypress-hardwood swamps surround, with diverse wildlife abound. In this leafy paradise lives gopher tortoises (they act like gophers, but are tortoises!), alligators, black bears, and the skunk ape, also known as the “stink ape,” which bears an uncanny resemblance to bigfoot. Areas of recreation include Ocean Pond--a fave place for boaters, skiiers, and campers, and Olustee Beach for swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The park is also open to hunters and fishermen with permits. With so much land to explore in this National Forest, we wouldn’t be surprised if bigfoot was hiding in there!

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Blackwater Ranch - River Camping

14. Blackwater Ranch - River Camping

98%

(90)

28mi from Jacksonville · 10 sites · Tents, RVs

🏞️🌲 White Sand. Sunny River Days. Oak & Pine Forest. Two States. Wild Turkeys. Southern Country vibes A private riverfront escape just 40 minutes outside Jacksonville, right on the FL-GA line. 🌿 Welcome to Blackwater Blackwater is a secluded 10+ acre private property on a quiet bend of the St. Marys River, with 150+ acres of protected Florida preserve directly across the river. Located right on the state line at the southernmost edge in Georgia. We intentionally keep Blackwater small, quiet, and private, with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the river and surrounding woods. And there's something pretty unusual about this place: The Florida–Georgia state line runs right through the river. You can literally swim between two states at once. 🌊 🏝️ The White-Sand River Beach Long before Blackwater was here, this part of Georgia was the ancient coastline. Today, where that old coastal "trail ridge" meets the St. Marys River, you find a soft white private sandbar along a shallow, clean, refreshing, dark blackwater river surrounded by native woods. 🌊 The St. Marys River The St. Marys is a freshwater, rain-fed river flowing from the Okefenokee Swamp. Naturally occurring tannins from peat in the Okefenokee give the deeper water its black color, while the shallows turn a beautiful golden “sweet tea” color. 🏊 Swim it. 🛶 Paddle it. 🎣 Fish it. 🏕️ The Riverfront Pavilion Right at the river's edge is our 70' covered pavilion overlooking the river. It's a place to get out of the sun ☀️, wait out an afternoon rainstorm 🌧️, cook a meal 🍳, play some games 🎲, gather around the fire pit 🔥, or simply sit and watch the river and spot birds as the sun sets. ⚡ Power 💧 Water 💡 Lights 🌀 Fans 🪑 Tables & Chairs 🔥 Grills & Fire Pit 🎲 Games The pavilion is available for small and large private group camping, celebrations, club or troop gatherings, and full-property buyouts. 🔐 Want the Whole Place to Yourself? Full-property private bookings are available. Bring your group, spread out, and enjoy Blackwater as your own private river retreat. For the right group, having the entire property to yourselves changes the experience completely. Bring your people and have the property to yourselves. Your group, the river, and the woods. 🌊🌲 Do Something. Or Nothing at All. 🌲 Your Weekend at Blackwater 🏊 Swim and wade 🛶 Paddle and/or kayak 🎣 River and pond fishing 🥾 Explore our easy trails 🐦 Birdwatch and make friends with the turkeys 🔥 S’mores and stories around the campfire 🌌 Stargaze under dark skies 🎯 Archery and BB gun practice (we only supply the backstop) 📶 Cell service is limited — a chance to unplug 🦃 Yes, We Have Turkeys. Free-ranging heritage/wild friendly turkeys roam the property and call Blackwater home. You may wake up to them wandering through the campsite in the morning looking for a meal. They're part of the experience here. 🐕 Dogs are welcome — FREE. Because our turkeys roam freely, dogs must remain under control and may not chase, harass, or attack the birds. Please make sure your pup is friendly towards the birds before you let your pup off leash. 🧭 Want to explore more? 📍 St. Marys Shoals Park — just minutes away 📍 Okefenokee Swamp National Wildlife Refuge — access through Okefenokee Adventures 🌅 Come slow down. 🦃 Make some feathered friends. 🌿 Welcome to Blackwater, y'all.

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Filly's Place

15. Filly's Place

100%

(15)

30mi from Jacksonville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Peaceful place to spend as many nights as you need. Park next to the lake and take out your fishing pole and have a blast catching Big Bass, Bream and Specs and maybe a catfish. If fishing is not your thing sit by the waterfall and relax or roast a marshmallow or two in the fire pit.

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Corner Key Rest

16. Corner Key Rest

93%

(51)

33mi from Jacksonville · 1 site

Welcome to your very own private space in the quiet Florida country. Your Full Hook Up site can accommodate RVs up to massive luxury Class A motorhomes. Electric, water, sewer and wifi included in the daily, weekly, or monthly price. Relax on your 10x20 paver patio with table, BBQ grill and fireplace. Our location is minutes west of I-95, The Nations Oldest City, several pristine beaches, restaurants and shopping. Good views of the NASA rocket launches from Kennedy Space Center

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Full hookups

Twin Cedars

17. Twin Cedars

99%

(57)

33mi from Jacksonville · 1 site · Tent, RV

St. Augustine's original Alligator Farm was located adjacent to our property. We are one mile south of the NE FL Regional Airport and it's not unusual to see a biplane practising barrel rolls for an air show. We are 30-45 minutes from Jacksonville, birthplace of the Blue Angels, and 15 minutes from downtown St. Augustine, the nation's oldest continuously occupied city. Message me for discounts on long-term stays. Learn more about this land: Bring your tent, van or small camper and share our slice of paradise! You'll have the camp site all to yourself--we sometimes need to water the garden, but otherwise avoid the camping area when it's occupied. Enjoy a variety of seating areas on our half acre lot full of fruit trees and flowers, or watch the sunset from the hot tub. Camping is easy with washer, dryer, fridge, stove, microwave, dishes, coffee pot, toaster and blender, all in an air-conditioned shed. Don't want to cook inside? Use the propane Jennair grill with gazebo and lights. Clean up is a breeze with our stainless steel triple sink and 4 gal hot water tank. We're one block off US1 and 10-15 minutes by car to beach and downtown. Hang out around our stone fire pit or sit at our 6 person table with solar powered lighted umbrella. Wifi, electric and water included. Porta potty and outdoor shower with 8 gal. hot water tank. Two large outdoor sinks, one with 4 gal. hot water tank, the other one shares the 8 gal. tank with the shower. Two locked gates in our chain link fence allow most RVs the option to pull through or back in. Water and 30A electric hookup located at corner of concrete pad, next to the Jennair gas grill. Relax on our Broyhill couch and easy chairs under the awning, and enjoy our latest addition, a fire table. Hang out in the new gazebo with mosquito netting and fabric panels on a Trex deck with a polycarbonate roof. Keep an eye out for hawks, owls, osprey and ibis. If you are extra lucky, you might spot our resident gopher tortoise! (If you do, please enjoy from a distance, they are protected.)

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Wooded areas in a horse pasture

18. Wooded areas in a horse pasture

94%

(677)

33mi from Jacksonville · 9 sites · Tents, RVs

Campsites are on a small horse farm located just 4 miles from downtown St Augustine and 5 miles from Vilano Beach. Many hiking and water activities within 30 minutes. You select the space you where you wish to set up camp. The entrance off the dirt road is tricky for large rigs or trailers more than 35' may not have easy access. Our sites offer potable water, a shower, picnic tables, a toilet, wifi, trash disposal, space for campfires, and we are pet friendly! We can accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers. Our guests love staying here: "Camping at Gayle’s property was an amazing experience. We shared the field with 3 other campers but there was still plenty of room between sites. Land is flat and has fire pit spaces and BBQ grills. Outdoor shower was appreciated even though we didn’t use it & it was great to have the port-o-potty on site. The best part was getting to see the animals!"

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Lucille Oaks

19. Lucille Oaks

90%

(45)

35mi from Jacksonville · 2 sites

These recently updated, spacious, and private campsites are located near St Marys and Kingsland, GA - just 7 miles away from the Florida state line!! This property is conveniently located just off of I-95 (Exit 7). All of Lucille Oaks' RV sites are nestled under a canopy of several large trees. Each site has municipal water (Not well water) and 50/20 amp electric connections. Lights are on the power pedestals. More amenities will be added soon. So, please come and join us at Lucille Oaks on your next journey to or from Florida!!

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Arca Noah

20. Arca Noah

100%

(13)

35mi from Jacksonville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

Rustic 3-Acre Farm stay Near Historic Downtown Welcome to Saint Augustine! Our peaceful 3-acre homestead, just a 15-minute drive from historic downtown and the beautiful nearby beaches. Our property offers the perfect and affordable home base to park your camper and boat, 20 minutes from Riverdale Park and boat ramp for access to the beautiful St Johns River. Enjoy the privacy of a gated entrance, easy access with plenty of room to maneuver, and wide-open rural views in every direction. As night falls, relax under a blanket of brilliant stars and build a fire to keep the evening going — a true country experience you won’t forget. This is a flexible property that can accommodate a range of off gird alternate lifestyles. Inquire for details and accommodations. Thanks for reading.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Elena

2 weeks ago

40 ft Class A

2 nights at Lofton Retreat

Beautiful property with easy pull-in/out. Great hosts and a great location to everything w/o being in town. We will definitely come back! 5 stars!

Bob

2 weeks ago

30 ft Class C

With pets

2 nights at Conductor's Corner Campsites

Fantastic spot for railfans . Level concrete pad with full hook ups. Horns blow all night so don’t expect a “ quiet “ time. Full sun in afternoon so it can get hot in summer.

Mervyn

3 weeks ago

34 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Okefenokee Pastimes Cabins & Campground

My wife and I absolutely LOVED it. So very tranquil. It's nestled in the trees and surrounded by nature. So very serene.

Debbie

3 weeks ago

31 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lofton Retreat

Such a beautiful property. Unfortunately it rained alot but would definitely return. Our dogs loved it as they were able to run around and we didn't have to worry about the running off.

Jeff

3 weeks ago

17 ft campervan

1 night at Blackwater Ranch - River Camping

Blackwater Ranch is a real gem of a property. Lots of activities, plenty of space, and tons of easy access to the river, which is the star of the show. One of the unique features of rivers in this area is their white sand beaches and Blackwater Ranch has some of the best I've seen. The river was low when I visited (drought) but I can tell that even when full it is a fairly shallow and slow moving river with multiple spots that stay shallow due to the way the water deposits sand, making it a great river for younger kids. Even the bugs weren't too bad, which being summer in FL/GA was a welcome surprise. The property is equipped with the necessities for a comfortable experience (water, electricity, pit toilet) but still very primitive and rustic. I camped one night solo but will certainly be back with a group of friends!

Doug

August 2026

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

21 nights at Seas The Day

I needed a place close to Mayo Clinic for daily treatments and could not have found a better location. Chrissy was a very accommodating hostess and her yard although on the road felt very private with the landscaping. Very close to all the shopping and restaurants we needed as well as the beautiful Neptune beach. We definitely would stay again.

richard

August 2026

29 ft Class C

With kids

1 night at The Happy Hideaway

The spot was very quiet and clean. We had everything we needed. There is also a toilet and a shower available beside the site.

Sierra

August 2026

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Wooded areas in a horse pasture

Nice quiet spot. They provide fire wood no extra charge which is nice.

Jessi

August 2026

32 ft Class A

With pets

4 nights at Vineyard Lake Getaway

So quiet and peaceful. We had to be in Jacksonville for multiple meetings and needed to extend our stay twice. Easy booking, fast feedback and privacy. Host was available but not intrusive, he responded quickly when we needed anything. Area was clean, paddleboat available to float around the pond. Conveniently located close enough to town with that out of town feel. We will stay again if we come back to the area.

Angie

July 2026

Tent

1 night at Florida Wildlands

Oh my goodness 🤩 way more than I expected 😀 loved the outhouse it was very clean ! Spot was perfect for our little tent . Our doggie had an amazing time and so did we 😊! Will book again when I am in the area ! Very clean and safe ! Host was so sweet and responsive! Very late check in was no problem! Bring bug repellent it's Florida 😂

Denise

July 2026

26 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Filly's Place

Great host who was kind enough to do a quick booking for us. Brian was so easy to chat with and has a beautiful property as well. We will absolutely be back! I cant say enough about Phyllis’s fresh banana nut muffins! They were amazing!!!!!! Thank you both for a great stay😃

Azaleas bloom throughout the property during the spring. We have many other flowers and fruit trees around the property which attract lots of birds,

Wendy

July 2026

14 ft travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Twin Cedars

Phil and Karin are pleasant and hospitable hosts. This is a seriously fun place to enjoy. Vegetable gardens to share, a whole kitchen, washer and dryer, hot tub, games, outdoor shower, and so much more. It’s gated so the kids could run and play safely with lots of places to play hide and seek. Glamping at its best!

James

July 2026

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at The Happy Hideaway

Very accommodating and private section on the property. Jeffery went so far as to have a porta john and outdoor hose shower pop up when we stayed. Felt very safe and comfortable

Mervyn

July 2026

35 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Conductor's Corner Campsites

Access was great. We arrived later than anticipated, and hooking up was a breeze. Everything was just as Brandie said. This was a "shakedown" run in a bigger unit, so I was a bit apprehensive, but all was perfect.

Doug

July 2026

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

21 nights at Seas The Day

Perfect location, Mayo Clinic is only 15 minutes away and even closer to the beach. Lots of shopping and restaurants just down the street. The spacious lot is shaded and private despite being close to a fairly busy road at times. Our dog had plenty of room to stretch her legs with the fenced in lot. Chrissy is a very gracious and welcoming host making us feel like part of the family.

Tim

July 2026

31 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Anastasia Island RV Pad Rental

Nice location! Very close to the beach and old town St. Augustine. A very quiet location. Will stay again!

Anthony

July 2026

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Wooded areas in a horse pasture

Wonderful site. Quiet and peaceful. The host was quick to respond.

Redd

July 2026

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Destination Sunset

If you want a real deal Florida natural vacation, this is exactly where you want to be. Immaculately clean with a huge paved parking / hang out area plus a lush grassy lawn. Easy in and out for our truck and travel trailer. The host was perfect. Helpful whenever needed but not overly involved. Having access to our own dock, a fenced yard for our pup and the stunning views of sky and water surrounding us made for an ideal vacation.

Kara

July 2026

23 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Filly's Place

Easy to find, beautiful & serene! Highly recommend & looking forward to booking my next stay!

Violet

July 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Wooded areas in a horse pasture

I absolutely loves it here! So much room and privacy. I definitely recommend for all types of camping. Totally awesome horses😊

Jacksonville camping guide

Where to go

Along St. Johns River

Northeast Atlantic Coast

Miles of white-sand beaches lie within a short drive of Jacksonville, where you can swim, surf, and enjoy water sports. At the mouth of the St Johns River, Hanna Park has a surf beach, fishing lake, and miles of hiking and biking trails, plus camping and cabin rentals. Further north, you can horseback ride on the beach and camp right on the sand at Amelia Island State Park.

Osceola National Forest

For a change of scenery, head inland to explore the wild woodlands of Osceola National Forest. The forest not only has RV and tent campgrounds with easy access to hiking, OHV, and horseback riding trails, but self-sufficient campers can also venture into the backcountry for dispersed camping.

When to go

Summertime is fun in Jacksonville, when visitors flock to the lakes, rivers, and beaches, and highs climb over 90°F. Jax’s far-north location means that it rarely gets hit by hurricane season (expect some summer thunderstorms nonetheless), and it’s still hot enough to hit the beach through spring and early fall. In winter, the mild weather and diminishing crowds can be a bonus for campers, but don’t expect the balmy temperatures of the south.

Top camping destinations around Jacksonville

Ocala National Forest

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some options for camping near Jacksonville?

What outdoor activities are available near Jacksonville?

The mighty St. John’s River meets the Atlantic just east of Jacksonville and flows south of the city, affording plenty of options for riverside camping, fishing, hiking, and paddling. Closer to the city, birders won’t want to miss the Huguenot Memorial Park, a prime spot on the Great Florida Birding Trail, while history buffs can explore Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park and the Kingsley Plantation. Miles of white-sand beaches lie within a short drive of Jacksonville, where you can swim, surf, and enjoy water sports. At the mouth of the St Johns River, Hanna Park has a surf beach, fishing lake, and miles of hiking and biking trails, plus camping and cabin rentals. Further north, you can horseback ride on the beach and camp right on the sand at Amelia Island State Park.

What is the best time to visit Jacksonville?

What are some outdoor attractions near Jacksonville?

Urban explorers can take their pick of seven state parks, three national parks and preserves, and some 400 parks and gardens, all within a half-hour drive of downtown. Once you’ve browsed Jax’s art museums and visited the Fort Caroline National Memorial, check into an RV park along the St. Johns River, pitch your tent on the beach at Little Talbot Island State Park, or kayak around the wetlands in the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.