Jacksonville has lots of great spots for hiking. There are plenty of county, state and national park sites where you can hit the trails with the kids.
Strap on your sneakers and fill up your water bottle because North Florida has tons of trails where you can go hiking with the kids. Whether you’re looking for long trails or a short hike, there are tons of options in Jacksonville.
Many trails are easy to access and free to visit. If you’re heading out for a hike with the kids, make sure you’re prepared and be sure to check the weather before heading out.
Are you up for a challenge? Join Jacksonville Beach Moms as we explore 52 local hiking trails this year. It’s the perfect way to get your family exploring nature in the new year. Want to discover more of beautiful North Florida? You’ve got 52 weeks, how many can you complete? You can use the linked
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Looking for a little nature without leaving Jacksonville? Cradle Creek Preserve is one of those local hidden gems that makes it easy to slow down, get outside, and experience a quieter side of the Jacksonville Beaches. Located in Jacksonville Beach, Cradle Creek Preserve protects more than 40 acres of primarily undisturbed coastal habitat along the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Boneyard Beach is one of the many hidden treasures you will find in northeast Florida. While Jacksonville is home to many popular beaches, it’s one of the most unique beaches you can find in the area, and one of our favorite beaches in North Florida. Where is Boneyard Beach? Boneyard Beach is located off the A1A
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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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There are tons of great spots for hiking in Jacksonville, and the UNF hiking trails are one of our favorite spots in town. Recently my daughters and I visited the University of North Florida Loftin Nature trails for the first time. Nestled just off the hustle of Kernan and JTB are 500 lush acres. The
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If you’re looking to get the kids out and exploring, check out one of the many Forts in North Florida. They’re packed with fun & adventure! Forts in Jacksonville Fort Caroline National Monument While there’s not much of a traditional fort structure, Fort Caroline offers a wide open space with lots of history and space
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