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Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve

calendar_monthFeb–Apr, Oct–Novbest time schedule2 daysplan for child_careYeswith kids confirmation_numberFreeentry access_time8 AM to 5 PM dailyopen
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Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve is a protected area in Florida that showcases the natural and cultural history of the region. Visitors come to explore its diverse ecosystems, including salt marshes and hardwood swamps, as well as to learn about the Timucua people who once inhabited the area.

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The preserve offers a mix of outdoor activities and historical insights. Travelers can hike trails, visit historic sites, and enjoy birdwatching. It serves as a reminder of the area's rich heritage and the importance of conservation.

Things to do

Photography in Timucuan
Winter/Spring

The Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve is a stunning location for photography enthusiasts. With its win...

Become a Senior Ranger
15-40 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Enjoy the learning and excitement of the Junior Ranger program but aimed toward an older audience.

Read the Names on the Fort Caroline Memorial
10-35 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Read the known names of the French colonists of Fort Caroline, the failed French attempt to establish a colony...

Hike the 7 Creeks Trail
200-440 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Hike the seven mile, Seven Creeks partnership trail crossing through habitats and national, state, and city pa...

Kayak with the Dolphins
1-4 Hours · Summer

Kayak through the creeks and rivers of Timucuan Preserve in the hope of seeing dolphins in the wild.

Learn from a Ranger
2-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

There are a few things park rangers love, pointing at things, getting distracted by cool birds, and sharing ou...

Boating in the Backwaters
1-24 Hours · Winter/Spring

Sailboat, fishing boat, kayak, or canoe, choose your own boating adventure in Timucuan Preserve.

Drive the Saturiwa Trail
20-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Take a drive through 6,000 years of history on Fort George Island.

Sunrise at Point Isabel
20-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Enjoy a picturesque sunrise at Point Isabel on Fort George Island and beat the heat of midday hiking in Florid...

Join the Club
20-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Explore interactive exhibits, launch a kayak, and take in the architecture of the Roaring Twenties at the Riba...

Picnic in the Preserve
10-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Gather your favorite charcuterie, curate a playlist, and head into the preserve. 

Discover Our Partnership Parks
120-500 Minutes · Winter/Spring

The power of working together is on display in this park partnership area which offers more than any one unit...

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At a glance

Opened
1988
Open
8 AM to 5 PM daily
Accessibility
some trails are wheelchair accessible
Address
12713 Fort Caroline Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Opening hours
8 AM to 5 PM daily
Phone
904-641-7155
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Parking can fill up quickly on weekends.
Bring water and snacks, as facilities are limited.
Wear sturdy shoes for hiking trails.
Check for seasonal events that may affect access.

Photo: NPS Photo/Darryl Herring