Hike The Hammock Trail At Fort Caroline National Memorial In Florida

Now might be that time, Floridians, to get outside and do some solo exploring. Florida nature is one of the highlights of this state, and there is so much undiscovered natural beauty that we haven’t even tapped into yet. Take the Hammock Trail at Fort Caroline National Memorial in Florida, for instance. This beautiful area allows hikers to explore the stunning scenery right near the St. Johns River. Wander through the beautiful wooded areas and riverfront views when you tackle this less than 2-mile hike in Florida.

The Fort Caroline National Memorial memorializes the French presence in Florida in the sixteenth century.

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Fort Caroline was a colonial settlement that was attempted by the French along the shoreline of the St. Johns River.

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Today, visitors can hike through the various hiking trails within the memorial, like the ever-popular 1.4-mile Hammock Trail.

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The Hammock Trail is one of the easier hikes in the park, with minimal elevation gain which makes it great for all skill levels.

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You’ll be able to enjoy the beautiful wooded areas, with tons of shade and a canopy of trees…

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…but then wind up with some wonderful waterfront views of the St. Johns River.

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The entire out-and-back hike can be used for exercise if you want to break a sweat, or a slow meandering through nature with historical highlights throughout.

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Check out the Hammock Trail at Fort Caroline National Memorial for a simple and sweet hike along the banks of St. Johns River.

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Note: The Fort Caroline National Memorial is temporarily closed in response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak. Visit the National Park Service website here to find out when the park will be back open for hikers.

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Address: 12713 Fort Caroline Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225, USA