Where the Waters Meet

Visit one of the last unspoiled coastal wetlands on the Atlantic Coast. Discover 6,000 years of human history and experience the beauty of salt marshes, coastal dunes, and hardwood hammocks.

The Timucuan Preserve includes Fort Caroline and Kingsley Plantation.

Timucuan Preserve Introduction
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      1 minute, 5 seconds

      A short video introduction to Timucuan Preserve.

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      Visit Kingsley Plantation

      Visit the Kingsley Plantation and dive into a fascinating history of freedom and enslavement.

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      Visit Fort Caroline

      At Fort Caroline National Memorial visitors discover the tale of a lost colony.

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      American Beach

      American Beach was founded to provide African Americans beach access during segregation.

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      Theodore Roosevelt Area

      A 600-acre natural treasure of hardwood forest, wetlands, and scrub vegetation.

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      Cedar Point

      The boat ramp and trails of Cedar Point bring you closer to nature.

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      Planning a Field Trip

      Planning a free field trip to Fort Caroline and Kingsley Plantation is easy.

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      7 Creeks Fest

      The second annual partnership event in the 7 Creeks Recreation Area.

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      Basic Information

      Visitor Centers, Weather, Operating Hours, and More

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      16th Century Europeans in Florida

      Cultures collide when European conflicts are brought to a Timucuan world.

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      Accessibility

      The park is continually striving to improve our accessibility.

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      Parks in Partnership

      Learn more about the 30+ mile trails system in Northeast Jacksonville.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.

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      Learn About the Park

      Learn about education programs, park history, find Junior Ranger materials and more.

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      Get Involved

      Learn about our partners or find out about volunteering through the Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP) program.

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      Plan Your Visit

      Everything you need to know before your trip.

      Last updated: February 7, 2025

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      Contact Info

      Mailing Address:

      12713 Fort Caroline Road
      Jacksonville, FL 32225

      Phone:

      904-641-7155

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