Top 6 Outdoor and Nature Attractions in Jax
The top 6 outdoor attractions to explore in Jacksonville.
Exchange Club Island
This is a perfect getaway for an afternoon adventure, you won’t believe you are still in the city. Bring your furry friends along for the day!
Located just east of the heart of downtown and in the middle of the St. Johns River, Exchange Club Island sits on 34 acres of land. Visitors can access the island by boat, paddle board or kayak and tie up on the newly finished dock. Find the closest public boat ramp to you.
Bring a picnic and enjoy your meal under one of the many canopies. Explore the island by following the designated trail that loops the whole island. Stop and sit at the benches along the trail to take in the beauty of this urban island. To keep cool, set up a chair under the trees or catch some shade at one of the picnic tables under the canopies.
Enjoy exploring this one of a kind park.
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