I've been busy outdoors this year and enjoy finding new trails to check out. I really like Alpine…read moreGroves. It has really cool history to check out. And a fantastic paved trail! There is also a wonderful playground. And a fishing pier! My favorite part though might be the benches right at the water... a perfect spot to sit and watch a sunset. Also if you're big on bird watching, there was a barred owl hanging out as well as a variety of other cool birds! The dog water fountain needs a little bit of a scrub but love that it's available! And six a cute dedication.

This is an adorable park. There is a trail that if you complete it twice, you can complete a 5k. We…read morewent later in the day to avoid any crowds. Just a few people walking dogs and a few bird watchers. This is part of the Floris Birding Trail and we got a glimpse of a Barred Owl! Pretty cool! Take bug spray because you are on a paved path through the woods. There is a small playground as well.

Absolutely wonderful for bird watching and walking. We took time walking in the park right after we…read morehad lunch at the Moroccan restaurant. This is definitely a beautiful park. There is a playground and water fountain. There is a bird habitat that is great to check out, we saw a blue heron and different ducks, including a mating set.

In the heart of Riverside, this park was a great stop before hitting the restaurants for lunch. My…read morelittles, 4 yo and 2 yo, had a blast running back and forth between play yards. The pond in the center needs a little maintenance. It was dirty and the turtles need better landings. It seemed that turtles didn't have a way out of pond. Overall it's a very nice park for the area.

Our 1st time here to enjoy the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade & Fireworks Spectacular Down Town…read moreJacksonville at the Saint John's River Walk across from the Hyatt on the Mortons Steakhouse side in front of the Condo's for Jacksonville's 250th Celebration. "Information About This Fireworks Spectacular" Celebrating America's 250th birthday (the Semiquincentennial). Cities and states across the country are organizing massive America 250 campaigns to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Because of this historic milestone, the City of Jacksonville expanded its usual Fourth of July footprint into a two-day downtown festival featuring the largest fireworks show in the city's history. Prime check-in locations and viewing spots along the St. Johns River include:Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir.)RiversEdge (1915 RiversEdge Blvd.)Both the Northbank & Southbank Riverwalks. Our thoughts... The fireworks display did not speak to 250 years of celebration to us. Savannah's River Street off Bay Street is by far way better. Honestly. We were like... where's the rest. We really don't enjoy saying that. However it's true. Over n Out FranknKimm Downtown Jacksonville Florida July 4th 2026 Saturday FranknKimm

Spent a great day at the Jacksonville Riverwalk and it honestly ended up being one of the easiest,…read moremost relaxing parts of our trip. The whole walkway along the water has that perfect "just keep strolling" feel. You get nonstop views of the river, boats passing by, and the skyline stretching out in the distance. It is one of those places where you start walking without a plan and suddenly realize you have gone way farther than you meant to because it just keeps pulling you along. My family and I took our time, stopping every few minutes just to look out at the water or take pictures. The breeze off the river made everything feel cooler and calmer, even with people out and about enjoying the day. There were joggers, families, couples, and everyone just kind of sharing the same peaceful stretch of space. What I liked most is how simple it is. No big attractions needed, just a clean, open riverfront path that lets you slow down and enjoy Jacksonville at your own pace. Five stars. Perfect place to walk, talk, and take in the river views without any stress at all.

Riverfront Park is a beautiful space in Jacksonville with a riverfront view and a HUGE playground…read more I was staying at the nearby Hyatt and I ended up stumbling upon this park after taking a walk. I was absolutely floored by the expanse of this park. Even as an adult, I found this park to spark that childlike excitement. With huge slides, tepee hut style enclosures, and levels to the park, it was super exciting. A great spot for kids and adults alike!

This is my favorite place in Jacksonville. I walk/run here almost every morning and it never gets…read moreold. Usually it is pretty empty at 9 am. I love looking out and I especially get excited when I see dolphins! The river is right off the main San Marco Blvd and can be easily walked to from the main little part of town. It is also arguably the best spot in town to watch the sunset. The sun sets RIGHT over the river and it is always a great sight. People bring folding chairs and blankets to sit and watch. I've seen people bring V Pizza to eat while looking out at the river, and I need to keep that in mind for next time lol! Note that there is no designated parking or benches. There is a crosswalk with a ramp up to the walk way, so this is handicap accessible. Don't miss this beautiful spot in San Marco.

Spent some time at Jacksonville Riverfront Plaza and it was easily one of the nicest chill spots in…read morethe city. The whole riverfront area has that peaceful but still lively feel where you can just walk around, sit down, and watch the water for a while without feeling rushed. The view of the river is honestly the highlight, wide open water, boats passing by, and that calm breeze that makes everything feel slower in a good way. My family and I just wandered around, grabbed a few snacks, and found a spot to sit and people watch. There is something about being right on the water that makes even doing nothing feel like a good time. Kids were running around, couples were taking pictures, and everyone just seemed relaxed. It was clean, easy to get around, and had plenty of space so it never felt overcrowded even with people out enjoying the day. Five stars for a simple but perfect riverfront experience. Great place to walk, relax, and enjoy Jacksonville without any stress at all.

Our 1st time here to enjoy the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade & Fireworks Spectacular Down Town…read moreJacksonville at the Saint John's River Walk across from the Hyatt on the Mortons Steakhouse side in front of the Condo's for Jacksonville's 250th Celebration. "Information About This Fireworks Spectacular" Celebrating America's 250th birthday (the Semiquincentennial). Cities and states across the country are organizing massive America 250 campaigns to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Because of this historic milestone, the City of Jacksonville expanded its usual Fourth of July footprint into a two-day downtown festival featuring the largest fireworks show in the city's history. Prime check-in locations and viewing spots along the St. Johns River include:Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir.)RiversEdge (1915 RiversEdge Blvd.)Both the Northbank & Southbank Riverwalks. Our thoughts... The fireworks display did not speak to 250 years of celebration to us. Savannah's River Street off Bay Street is by far way better. Honestly. We were like... where's the rest. We really don't enjoy saying that. However it's true. Over n Out FranknKimm Downtown Jacksonville Florida July 4th 2026 Saturday FranknKimm

Come! See! The! Mosaics! There isn't much to see outside of that, but if you appreciate art, it's…read more100% worth your time.

Oh mom's park how I love thee. This space held me through many tough times. The oaks and plants…read morehere are very well loved, and that gazebo... it was wonderful to come back to visit 10 years later and see it's still well maintained. No facilities, two or three unmarked parking spaces, a couple of benches. If you're having a hard time finding it, you should know it's also known as yacht basin park. Go down Willowbranch past St. John's towards the river and park in front of the gazebo before you run into the apartments that are on the water.

Balis Park lies right in the heart of San Marco. It's beautiful with its shade, statues, benches…read moreand simply captures the heart of this great town. It's an ideal place to meet, relax and you'll find numerous events held here throughout the year. I would highly suggest this being the place that you use to start your San Marco day.

Love this little park! I live nearby and enjoy sitting by the lions statue/fountain often. It's a…read morequiet place to stretch out before/after going for a run. We attended the AMAZING arts festival here last year and are looking forward to it again. They hold beer festivals, charity runs, and more events in this small park. There is free street parking around the square. Note- there are no public restrooms at this park. The park is well maintained and they always update the landscaping each season. During the holidays, they put lights all over the park surrounding the Christmas tree under the gazebo. I love San Marco and it's many parks!

Ran here with some friends from their apartment and it has beautiful nature and views. The sky is…read morebeautiful here, especially the sunsets. Would love to explore more of the preserve but I think one of the viewpoints was closed off. Would come back here for a run or walk again with friends!

Nice paved trail the whole time. Peaceful. Not too much scenery but still nice. Pretty clean. 2nd…read moretime here.