Evening Hiking Series - Spanish Pond
Details
🌅 Evening Hiking Series #4 – Spanish Pond & Timucuan Ravine Trail 🥾🌿
Join the North FL Trailblazers for the fourth hike in our Evening Hiking Series as we explore the scenic Spanish Pond and Timucuan Ravine Trail in the historic area near Fort Caroline National Memorial within the beautiful Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.
This out-and-back hike will begin at the Spanish Pond trailhead, located across the street from Fort Caroline National Memorial. From there, we’ll hike through shaded forest and ravine terrain before returning to the same trailhead and parking area where we started.
🥾 Hike Details
- Distance: Approximately 4 to 4.5 miles round trip
- Route: Out and back
- Terrain: Uneven with some gentle elevation changes (not a flat trail)
- Pace: Comfortable evening hiking pace
At the turnaround point, we’ll take a short break to rest and hydrate. A restroom should be available at that location.
🌿 What to Expect
This area is rich in local history. Along the way, we will pass the site of a former homestead (now gone) as well as an old cemetery, offering a glimpse into the past of this unique landscape.
Most of the trail is nicely shaded, but please still come prepared for Florida conditions.
🎒 Please Bring
- Plenty of water
- Snacks
- Sun protection
- Bug spray
- Closed-toe shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
⚠️ Safety Request
Please create a personal emergency medical card and keep it in an easily accessible place in your pocket or pack during the hike.
🚫 Please Note
- No dogs for this hike, even though they are normally allowed on this trail.
- No children for this event.
Learn More
- About the Theodore Roosevelt Area: https://www.nps.gov/timu/learn/historyculture/tra.htm
- About the Florida Trail Association: https://floridatrail.org/
- About the North FL Trailblazers: https://www.facebook.com/NorthFloridaTrailblazers/
Come out and enjoy a relaxing evening on the trail, connect with fellow hikers, and experience one of the historic natural areas in Jacksonville! 🌅🌲🥾