Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve - Florida

Address:12713 Fort Caroline Rd.
Jacksonville, Florida
Tel: (904) 641-7155

Timucuan Preserve, named for the Timucua Indians who lived in the area thousands of years ago, preserves the Fort Caroline National Monument, the Kingsley Plantation, critical wetland habitats, and several other important sites. The Theodore Roosevelt area was established to conserve 600 acres of hardwood forests, grasslands, piles of ancient oyster shells, and much more. At the fascinating Kingsley Plantation visitors can view exhibits of slave quarters, the planter's house, and a barn to better understand plantation life in the 19th century. Fort Caroline National Monument serves as a reminder of the first permanent French colony in North America. Visitors can learn more about the historical structure at the Timucuan Preserve Visitor Center.
In addition to the wealth of historical features, the park itself and its surroundings provide plenty of fun outdoor activities for the rest of your day. There are tons of opportunities to get out in the sun including hiking, canoeing, and kayaking on the clear waters of the Timucuan Preserve. You can camp in the preserve at Huguenot Memorial Park and Little Talbot Island State Park.

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.