JAX BEACH PIER
Located at the intersection of 4th Avenue North and the Atlantic Ocean, the Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier is almost a quarter of a mile long and the end of the pier is T-shaped. Indeed, this place is one of the most popular tourist spots in Florida, and it provides quite an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean. All newcomers have the chance to enjoy some fishing and actually catch deep-water species. Jax Beach Pier is open from 6 AM to 10 PM as it also features many cute and cozy shops, restaurants, restrooms, plus lots of entertainment. During Hurricane Matthew (2016), it got completely destroyed but has been fully refurbished. Enjoy some fishing: The lovely Jax Beach Pier is now open to visitors from 6 AM to 10 PM. Don’t miss it!
OCEANFRONT PARK
Meet the wonderful Oceanfront Park found at 1st Street South between 5th and 6th Avenue. Oceanfront Park spans over 2 acres (0.8 hectares), and it’s totally suitable for families and big tourist groups searching for some calmness and tranquility outside of the central parts of the busy city. You can spend your free time with your children playing and running around. Also, there are special picnic areas and many exciting walking paths. What’s more, there is a children’s playground alongside a beach volleyball court, so if you are keen on the sport, you can learn the rules pretty quickly.
CASTAWAY ISLAND PRESERVE
Castaway Island Preserve is located in Jacksonville, and the length of the place is about 0.9 miles (1.4 km) long. Indeed, it’s a wonderful, breezy spot where you could totally get away from the big city. The splendid Castaway Island Preserve is absolutely the right place to enjoy walks outdoors and breathe in fresh air. In addition, Castaway Island Preserve protects over 300 acres (121.4 hectares) of coastal habitats that run along the meandering, estuarine San Pablo River. Visit it: As such, it certainly is a great spot that’s good for all ages, and especially for kids thanks to its lovely abundance of benches along the way.
CRADLE CREEK PRESERVE
The noteworthy Cradle Creek Preserve is located on the corner of South 15th Street and Fairway Lane. Actually, it is a beach park along the Intracoastal Waterway where you could enjoy passing by a lovely system of nature trails and elevated boardwalks. You can also see exceptional panoramic views from the observation platform overlooking Pablo Creek Estuary. Also, you’ll enjoy great views from the canoe and kayak landing pier. Walk around: You can learn more about Cradle Creek Preserve via the education signs posted along the trails.