Jacksonville, FL, has a lot to offer. If you are trying to decide where to go for your next family vacation, Jacksonville Beach has something for everyone. Cradle Creek Preserve is located along the Intracoastal Waterway. It is a great vacation stop for the entire family and can provide an educational element as well. See all kinds of plants and animals on 43.3 acres of mostly undisturbed land.
Here is a basic guide to the preserve to help you make your plans on your Jacksonville Beach vacation.
About Cradle Creek Preserve
This beautiful public park is an ideal stop for the entire family looking for something a little different. Some trails lead you to various activities and visitor sites. Follow the path from the parking area to a raised wildlife observation platform. From here, you can see for miles around, including the marshes to the northwest.
The other trail takes you through an old hardwood forest and ends up at the dock, where you can rent a canoe or a kayak. Take in the sites most never get the chance to from the water. You will see plants, birds, and other wildlife from your canoe. You can hike all around, take a picnic with you and learn about the wildlife in the area. The park is located close to your Jacksonville vacation rentals.
Things To Do
The Cradle Creek Preserve is a great activity for the entire family. There is so much to do in Jacksonville Beach. Make sure you take your camera to capture all the beauty! It’s an easy walk, or you can rent a paddle boat to enjoy the view from the water.
Besides the park, there are plenty of things to do in Jacksonville Beach like swimming, sunning, and water sports like canoeing and water skiing. Plus, you can get into town to see what’s happening locally. Dining, museums, art galleries, fishing, and you can also book a cruise. There are different options, like a day cruise or a sunset cruise. Book your cruise when you book your vacation rental in Jackson, FL.
Plan Your Stay
Contact Lancelot’s Castles for more information or to book your Jacksonville vacation rental today. We can’t wait to welcome you to Jacksonville!
Wildlife
When it comes to wildlife, you will be amazed at the variety you can see. As for birds, there are egrets, herons, storks, and Ibis. Ducks and geese are also plentiful; there are even raptors, woodpeckers, owls, and more.
Closer to the water, you will see crabs, snakes, frogs, turtles, lizards, and plenty more that will make the kids squeal. If these don’t, then the alligator most certainly will! There are also larger wild cats like bobcats, plenty of deer, raccoons, manatees, rabbits, and squirrels. It’s a great way to see these animals in their natural habitat.
Book Your Jacksonville Beach Vacation Rental With Lancelot’s Castles
If you want a great place to stay that is close to everything, check out Lancelot’s Castles. These Jacksonville vacation rentals have everything you could possibly need to enjoy your vacation.
There is plenty of room for larger groups, rentals with ocean views, and pools. Be sure to ask about the rentals that will allow you to bring your family pet! These rentals have everything you need for a quick weekend getaway or an extended stay.
Book your rental close to the beach if you are someone who wants to take advantage of Jacksonville’s outdoor activities. There is plenty to do during the day and things to do at night as well.
