All I can say is Wow!!! I was sitting in my car and just enjoying the atmosphere the sun was shining and the wind was a nice breeze, of course my windows were rolled down. I was looking out the front window and all of a sudden I watched these two things coming up out of the water (excited) while still looking on I realized they were black dolphins first it was two than five and behind them two more followed behind did that ever make my day. I had never seen any in their own habitat Im from up north in Wisconsin.

This place was absolutely beautiful and so worth the four hour drive. The trails were great with a few small inclines. I met a few great people walking the trails. My day felt complete after spending a few hours walking and taking pictures.

We had a pretty drive off the highway along Houston Street, but we only saw a park gate. No buildings. No signs. No people. Lots of Spanish moss.

I do park to park tours via water on my charter boat. Dock at Ft. Caroline location is now gone due to Hurricane damage. But the Kingsley Plantation dock (protected in sheltered waters versus the St. Johns River at Ft. Caroline) has my customers realizing the rich history we have here, and get zero credit for. If in need of a boat tour, click on my name for my info.

Great place for a quick walk (about 45 minutes to an hour around the Nature Trail at a steady pace). A group of us went there on Sabbath after church and enjoyed Gods nature. Admission is free so it was perfect for the day!

I love going here and watching the sunset and fishing.I live here in the area in Mayport VillageI would like others to please clean up after themselves before they leave.The Lil Jetties is a nice spot to hang out.Big enough for parties and bon fires.Come and enjoy yourselves and have a great time with friends and family

I will always love this place. My father used to bring me and my brother here when we were kids. I have so many fond memories of it all. Its been so long but doesnt seem like its changed much. My father recently passed away, so I thought it was only fitting to visit this place in honor of his memory. Very glad I could come back as an adult with my family and enjoy it in a completely different way. Beautiful beach with beautiful history.

Beautiful beach! The park is very well maintained and having a lifeguard presence on the beach made taking children with us so much less nerve wracking. Great family trip to the beach. Would definitely recommend for a day trip or camping.

This is a wonderful preserve located just outside of downtown Jacksonville. Included with Timucuan is Fort Caroline, an old French fort. Kingsley Plantation is also a must-see in the Timucuan Preserve. Lots of history plus lots of nature and beautiful thrown in for good measure.

Visiting the park was a beautiful experience. My family and I enjoyed an afternoon full of sunshine, conversation and walks on the paths.Its great to take some time to remind yourself of the incredible heritage that we have here in northeast Florida.These Huguenot were amazing people. Full of faith, tough and determined they shine as an example to us all.The Timucuan Indan were also very interesting peeps. They were peaceful and kind, intelligent and strong.Visit the park and enjoy a relaxed, lazy day with your family.

There are multiple trails and each of them are great. We love bringing our dogs here. The whole family gets some exercise.

This is a nice peaceful park that has 2 main trails, with a few trails connecting the two. It has many beautiful sights to see, along with the aspect of being away from civilization, and the loveliness of nature. You can ride bikes, go for jog or a hike, or just take a scenic trip with friends to have a good time. In the summer the tree canopy keeps it cooler that the surrounding areas, and the forest allows for constant slight breezes. In the summer and fall, before it drops below 40* for the first time, there will be insects. I highly recomend insect repellent, as the horseflies and mosquitos will attempt to kill your mood, and you. If youre afraid of flying insects, this place will make you terrified, but apart from that, it is a really enjoyable enviroment.Overall the only issue that will arise here may be people, the more popular this place gets, the less parking will be. But you can park on the dirt road leading to the lot.

This review is for the nature trail that begins and ends at Fort Caroline.Nice area for an easy nature walk. Great views at a couple of spots. Huge bald eagle nest at post 22. Great for kids, dogs, or a jog.

Kids loved it and so did I. Trail is very narrow though.

Great place to enjoy wild life but no bathrooms open last 8 times Ive been there

Best kept secret in Jacksonville. I love walking the dog here. Stay away! Lol

Always love walking the local habitats. Here on the side of the road is a great place to even park under a few trees and enjoy the life on the water ways, read a book or even fish although you doing see many catches. At night you can have a small fire near your vehicles and have Smores withthe kids.

The path we walked was really cool, there was a lot of historic sites with descriptive boards outlining the settlements and people who lived there. Was really interesting to read about the various different professions in the area and how there is a bit of mystery around exactly where the settlements were due to the bodies of water.Only complaint was I believed it to be an access point into the actual Marsh / swamp preserve to the north of the park, as that is how Google maps directed us.This is actually its own isolated park with no northbound access.

This is a peaceful view! We loved the walk.

Very cool trail walkways through here, there is a ton to explore and it goes miles back. Good views, wildlife, graveyard, secret areas as well as camping grounds in specific areas. I definitely suggest giving this place a visit sometime. I believe they close pretty early, just a heads up.

This place is beautiful and serene. I love it!!!

Beautiful place with lot of wood logs and trees next to beach. You can make your tree cave and stay whole day.

This place is amazing. I go threre to relax, to fish, launch a kayak kor justvset by the water and watch birds. It is safe for kids to play in the water. However parents be aware, current get very strong for little kids. Good fishing spot and nice family hang out any time. Love it

I love walking their trails. So many birds to see and the rangers are so friendly

Awesome place to visit. We really enjoy the visit!

A wonderful little hike, I really enjoyed seeing the natural coastal region.

Mmmm. Its ok.. for 1st time rver

Great place for a field trip. The ranger was very knowledgeable about Floridas history and kept the students interested and engaged the entire time. The site is beautiful.

Great easy-to-walk trails and lots of natural beauty here. I would advise spending the entire day hiking these trails. And bring your binocs for bird watching!

Got a little lost but there are a ton of trails to follow. The red one being the shortest. We took the green one and just ended up going back the same way because we were unsure of the other routes. The trail (green) can get steep so you are unable to bike ride, also has lots of lifted roots. They have one map towards the beginning before you can break off and I suggest you take a picture of it because they dont seem to have another map along the trails. Great for pictures. Saw a few snakes, a bunny and other cool insects.

Good to place to rest with family or just alone.

We got to drive on the Beach and watch a wonderful fireworks display and they charged only $5 per person. Amazing! I cant wait to come back.

Great place for a nice leisurely stroll. Some parts of the trail do have an incline. Fairly extensive network of trails. One can hike from the entrance on Mt. Pleasant Rd all the way to the Spanish Pond (across from the Ft. Caroline National Monument) if one were so inclined. Good history as well as beautiful view some of the marshland near the Mill Cove/St. Johns River area.

Loved it so peaceful ️

Historic..nice walkin paths

A good location to walk/hike around. I visited the Spanish pond side near Fort Caroline. Its interesting to see St Johns river and the marshland. Whats interesting is seeing all of the oyster shells on the trail.

Good to visit and explore the historic area, loaded with old and remaining peices of history. Hidden gem off the main highway, so take the time and take a journey into the past.

Wonderful time to spend quiet mornings with your best friend. Scenic drive and fresh air helps with Zen moments.

Really cool historic place! Fun trails and fort as well.

There is such a beauty about this place I felt compelled to just stop amd feel the presence of life within these bars surrounding the place. So much magestic love and creation .

Beautiful & relaxing nature trails all year. Last visit we had a guided tour and were able to see the eagles nesting area.

Nice and hot.. But fun

Outstanding visit. Shows an accurate view of both sides of a past way of life. Special treat having a volunteer wandering the grounds playing a recording flute of songs from long ago. Only downside was the main house was closed for reconstruction.

I love these trails. My kids and I come out here at least twice a month. I would definitely recommend bringing plenty of water and bug spray but its definitely a good place to get a few miles of walking in while looking at nature.

Nice views but short ride. Wish it was longer.

Nice place to watch the sun go down

Had an amazing experience with family and friends while celebrating nephews 4th Birthday.

Its a beautiful place to watch the sunset.

It had neat little crab-like creatures. Waters are nice but they were choppy this time I went.

Absolutely adore this place. It’s FREE parking and admission. It includes Kingsley Plantation and Fort Caroline. Over 6,000 years of history here. You can hike the trails that the Timucuan Indians use to walk. It’s right along the St. John’s River and salt marshes. Lots of beautiful hardwood hammocks also. We love to picnic here or bring our pups. You can see dolphins on good days. The Timucuan Preserve Visitor Center is really nice. Lots of exhibits to see and learn about the rich, local history. They also have a gift shop/bookstore. There are picnic tables scattered throughout mostly by the visitors center. The trails are pretty easy except for some places you need to watch out for. Bring plenty of bug spray. we use peppermint oil or basil oil, even for the pups. They have a Timucuan Village that shows the huts the Indians’ used and some oyster mounds. Fort Caroline National Memorial has cannons and a small fort on the river. We spend about 3-4 hours here and always something different. Highly recommend!

Beautiful tidal marshes with a lot of birds.

This place is awesome if you like being outdoors in Florida. That being said, it probably isnt everyones idea of a good time but its my thing and its just a 20 minute drive from most people in the city. If youre an outdoorsy type and you need a release from the grind, give this place a walk. There is a lot of history here to read about while walking and depending on when you go it can also be pretty desolate also. Great for when you want to be alone and reflect.

Drive out on the beach, enough said! Yeah it can be crowded. Theres a heavy police presence. I hate dragging beach stuff from the parking lot to the car. Here, you dont have to! Dont speed, and dont get stuck in the sand.

One of the best places in the city of Jacksonville! A great escape!

For a simple to moderate hike with great views

Beautiful here. Very quiet, great place to get away from the noise. Can launch a boat or kayak

Excellent day on the water. Birds were everywhere and we were surprised by a couple of pods of dophins.

Lowline subtropical environment excellent place to hike,kayak the fishing and camping at Little Talbot State Park is excellent

Nice clean place.

Absolutely beautiful. Make sure you check out the visitors center and Spanish Pond!

One of my favourite place among many. This place is full of nature. Beautiful sand and you can drive to edge of the ocean all day and admiring or by swimming. Birds are beautiful and friendly and will ask you for snack.

White shell is a place to relax with beautiful sunsets great place to bring your kids dogs

I didnt get to enjoy all it had to offer, however the business (BAE) I visited was well maintained and you could see all around that they took taking care of surrounding area to heart.

Fantastic place to get out into nature

A great place to relax and stretch your legs on a trip traveling through the area.

My grandsons and I love to visit and hike together. The natural surroundings are reminiscent of the old Florida I knew when I was growing up.

Great fun for family at low cost!

Awesome trails. The park rangers have a lot of info. to share

Always a 5 here, great parks mostly always clean bathrooms & not to mention the beautiful beach.

Miles of Marsh, tidal creeks and undeveloped islands. Great fishing. Best to explore by boat or kayak.

Who doesnt love a good drive on beach. My first time had me feeling like Gidget!

Wear comfy shoes and clothes. Hydrate and dont forget bug repellent. Bring your camera!

Very beautiful and tranquil! Nice trails. Please remember to collect your trash, take it with you, and be kind, take some other refuse with you on your way out of you can. Please dont leave nature any more of a mess than weve already done to it.

It is so peaceful here

Nice and quiet nature preserve. The smaller island has a 4 mile hiking trail that ends along the beach which is very pleasant. Staff was helpful and friendly. Maps are available at the visitors center. Beach was very quiet when we visited.

Two adults visited the Kingsley Plantation part of the Preserve on a quiet Monday afternoon. Very interesting history of early-to-mid 1800’s plantation life as mostly presented from the point of view of their slaves. The National Parks Service offers a free self-guided audio tour of the planation, which took us about an hour plus. Definitely worth hearing the tour. The actual plantation house is evidently only open on weekends. Enjoyed our visit but note there is a two mile or so semi-paved rutted access road to get to the plantation. About 1 ½ lanes wide.

What a great nature walk. This was a clean, preserved and very accommodating (with the overlook tower) place to escape.

Theyve got lots of trails and beautiful scenery

Love being able to still drive on beach

I live near this beautiful place.The first time I ever visited, 6 or so years ago I knew Id be back again and again.The untouched nature is incredible.

Wonderful place to go in the winter time because it is definitely a great place for mosquitoes to breed! Other than that, it has a beautiful view over the tower!

Really beautiful and cool place to visit. It was my first time in the state and it was lovely and worth the visit. I would recommend stopping in if you ever have the chance to.

Love coming here and walking the trails! Such a beautiful place!

Nice for small boat at low tide not much water

Best spot near me for doing some long hiking. Some places you can also pretend that there are hills in Florida.

They are starting to bring this part of our history to life. We need to dig deeper into what was here before the Europeans ruined the pristine environment.

Beautiful place I love to boat and hit the sand bars. There is a lot to see and plenty of fun

Its a good place for fishing and walk and see the ocean

A lot of local dont even know about this place. Right off Ft. Caroline Rd youll find miles of trails and lots of history! You can actually take the trail The Spanish Pond Trail over to the Theodore Roosevelt area or drive further up Ft. Caroline and visit the Ribault monument. So much history in this area. Dog friendly and lots to see and enjoy. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water! Bathroom available.

Nice place for the family. Great quick outdoor fun with a historical walking trail. Well kept. Plenty of parking. Easy access for any age.

Learned so much about the history of the intercoastal waterway area. Recommend it to anyone interested in history.

Great park, not too busy, amazing kayak launch.

Very nice and educational. Emotional in some areas when you read about the place and what happened there. It was a great learning experience for both young and adults. I would definitely recommend this place and I will definitely go back. There are restroom on the premises and beautiful view from the back of the house. They also have a small gift shop also in the back of the house. People are well informed with knowledge of the site and very friendly. Also a beautiful ride threw the streets.

Very beautiful.

Too many people dumping trash here with no regard to animal or human life So disgusted over the blatant littering done right out in the open. People try to hurt the waterfowl by throwing rocks at them in the water!

They used to call it the Jetties when I moved there in 1980, back then they didnt have much but its the Locals Beach...Great fishing,Camp grounds

The back waters off Sisters Creek (Intercoastal Water) have amazing scenery. I often go fishing in that area from my 15 foot Boston Whaler. Lots of great fish are there such as Speckled Trout, Red Drum, Whiting, Yellow Mouth Trout, Black Drunk, and Sheeps Head.There are also many species of beautiful wild birds, numerous dolphin, manatee, and even occasional Pilot Whales. This is great place for the entire family and those who love fishing.

This place is a good feiltrip for learning, but I didnt have much fun here. I still liked it though.

Quiet Serene peaceful

Beautiful hike through the woods out to an observation platform that overlooked the marsh. Lots of birds and beautiful scenery. Easy hike with little change in elevation. Several well-marked cutoffs to shorten or lengthen your hike.