Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
About
450-Acre Oceanfront Park With Camping and Freshwater Lake
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is a 450-acre Jacksonville city park in the Mayport area - 1.5 miles of Atlantic Ocean beach, a 60-acre freshwater lake, 15+ miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, plus campgrounds and cabins.
What Kids Can Do
Atlantic Ocean beach for swimming, sandcastles, and surfing - lifeguarded summer. The 60-acre freshwater lake hosts kayak/paddleboat rentals and fishing piers. Multi-use trails include bike-friendly singletrack for older kids. Two playgrounds at the main campground. Splash park summer-only. Cabins and tent campgrounds for overnights. Surf lessons and rentals at the on-site Surf Shop seasonally [marked: beach lifeguarded Memorial Day-Labor Day - swim at own risk other seasons].
What's Included
$5 per vehicle weekday, $10 weekend day-use fee. Beach, lake, trails, playgrounds included. Camping, cabin rentals, and boat rentals priced separately.
Experience
Plan 3-5 hours. Almost entirely outdoor - bring swimsuit, sun protection, water. Stroller-friendly main paths. About 15 miles east of downtown Jacksonville. Free parking after day-use fee.