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.
A short video introduction to Timucuan Preserve.
Visit the Kingsley Plantation and dive into a fascinating history of freedom and enslavement.
At Fort Caroline National Memorial visitors discover the tale of a lost colony.
American Beach was founded to provide African Americans beach access during segregation.
A 600-acre natural treasure of hardwood forest, wetlands, and scrub vegetation.
The boat ramp and trails of Cedar Point bring you closer to nature.
Shell middens are just one of the many markers that Timucua-speaking people have left on the park.
Visitor Centers, Weather, Operating Hours, and More
Cultures collide when European conflicts are brought to a Timucuan world.
The park is continually striving to improve our accessibility.
Learn more about the 30+ mile trails system in Northeast Jacksonville.
Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
Planning a free field trip to Fort Caroline and Kingsley Plantation is easy.
Learn about education programs, park history, find Junior Ranger materials and more.
Learn about our partners or find out about volunteering through the Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP) program.
Everything you need to know before your trip.
Last updated: October 10, 2024
