🏆 Official Guide: Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park — Over 4,000 acres of protected coastal landscape in Jacksonville, Florida (Duval County) — part of the 7 Creeks Recreation Area (5,600+ contiguous conservation acres / 30+ mi trails) — featuring 16+ miles of multi-use trails (hiking, biking, horseback riding), tidal creek paddling (kayak/canoe to Nassau River), birding (wood storks, roseate spoonbills, bald eagles), saltwater fishing (red drum, flounder, sea trout), salt marshes, pine flatwoods, sandhills — free admission.
Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park is one of Jacksonville’s most valuable natural treasures — 4,000+ acres of largely unaltered coastal wilderness protecting salt marshes, pine flatwoods, sandhills, and basin swamps. As a key component of the 7 Creeks Recreation Area — linking over 5,600 contiguous conservation acres — the preserve offers more than 30 miles of interconnected trails and serves as a critical corridor for wildlife and water quality protection for the Nassau and St. Johns Rivers.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 13802 Pumpkin Hill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32226 |
| Size | 4,000+ acres — coastal preserve |
| Part of | 7 Creeks Recreation Area (5,600+ acres, 30+ mi trails) |
| Admission | FREE — no entrance or parking fee |
| Hours | Daily 8 AM – sundown |
| Ecosystems | Salt marshes, pine flatwoods, sandhills, basin swamps |
Activities
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiking | 16+ mi multi-use — connects to Betz-Tiger Point + Cedar Point |
| Mountain Biking | Off-road trails through diverse ecosystems |
| Horseback Riding | Equestrian trails — multi-use |
| Kayaking/Canoeing | Shoreline launch — tidal creeks to Nassau River |
| Fishing | Red drum, flounder, sea trout — FL saltwater license |
| Bird Watching | Wood storks, roseate spoonbills, bald eagles (winter nesting) |
| Wildlife Viewing | Alligators, gopher tortoises, deer, bobwhite quail |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an entrance fee?
No — Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park is completely free. No entrance or parking fees. The park is open daily from 8 AM until sundown.
What is the 7 Creeks Recreation Area?
The 7 Creeks Recreation Area is a partnership linking over 5,600 acres of contiguous conservation lands in north Jacksonville — including Pumpkin Hill Creek, Betz-Tiger Point, and Cedar Point preserves — with more than 30 miles of interconnected trails for public use.
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Big Talbot Island State Park is a short drive away, and Little Talbot Island State Park is a short drive away.
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