Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park – Atlantic Beach

Stepping into Hanna Park feels like entering a slice of untouched Florida wilderness right on the edge of Atlantic Beach. 🌳🏖✨ Towering pines and oaks canopy winding roads, the smell of saltwater drifts through the trees, and the hum of the Atlantic Ocean echoes in the distance. It’s an outdoor paradise designed for every kind of explorer.

The park stretches across 450+ acres, offering everything from peaceful nature walks to adrenaline-pumping mountain bike trails. The wide, unspoiled beachfront is one of the most beautiful in Northeast Florida — perfect for sunbathing, surfing, or strolling along the shoreline at sunrise.

Here’s why locals and travelers love Hanna Park:

🏄 Surfing & Ocean Fun
Consistent waves, spacious beach areas, and plenty of room for paddleboarding, surfing, and swimming.

🚴 Mountain Biking Trails
Over 20 miles of shaded, twisting single-track trails ranging from beginner-friendly to expert technical routes.

🌳 Hiking & Nature Trails
Boardwalks, shaded paths, wildlife viewing, scenic marsh lookouts, and quiet forest loops.

🚣 Huge Freshwater Lake
Great for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and picnicking along the shore.

🔥 Camping & Cabins
Primitive tent sites, shaded RV spots, and rustic lakeside cabins create the perfect nature getaway just minutes from the beach.

👨‍👩‍👧 Playgrounds & Picnic Areas
Family-friendly spaces throughout the park, ideal for gatherings or slow, easy days outdoors.

📸 Incredible Scenery
Golden-hour ocean views, forest trails, lakeside reflections, wildlife, wildflowers, and endless photo-worthy spots.

Whether you're surfing at dawn, biking the shaded trails, paddling the lake, or unwinding under the trees, Hanna Park offers a rare combination of wild nature + beachfront access. It’s one of the best outdoor escapes near Jacksonville Beach — peaceful, adventurous, and endlessly rewarding.