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Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233
904 249 4700
Ranked #11 of 76 attractions in Jacksonville
4.0 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
Type: Beaches, Bodies of Water, Hiking Trails, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Jacksonville, FL
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
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You have to pay to get in, $3 per car, and although you could go to one of the other beaches, you are likely to have trouble finding a parking place. Here there is parking in several locations near the beach, as well as near the lake. The park has excellent playground, camping, and picnicing areas. Bathrooms are available near... More

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florida
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

There are ponds for the kids to fish in. Great fields to fly a kite, throw a frisbee or catch a ball. If you have a large group you can reserve a pavillion and cook some hot dogs on the grills. There are trails to hike or ride dirt bikes and Ocean access to ride some waves or just get... More

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Fort Stewart, Georgia, United States
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

great camping area and secluded beaches. amazing hiking trails and all around fun for the kids.

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Jacksonville, Florida, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012
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You have to pay $3 to get it, but the beach allows dogs on it the whole day. Othe beachs only allow them before 9 and after 5.

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Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

Great park for fishing, camping, beach playing, quiet, out of the way.

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Jacksonville, Florida
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012
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We are so blessed to have this natural beautiful resource so close by.

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Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

We've gone to this beach countless times. Its clean and the bathrooms are very convenient. We have camped here and walked the trails. Its got a great playground and splashpark also. A great place to take visitors!

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Jacksonville, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
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Great surroundings, great place for weddings and family reunions too..

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Palm Bay, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

This is a nice beach and riverfront park with a good campground. Beware that many sites can flood in summer rainstorms. Also, there are many feral cats roaming around the campground, especially at night.

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Florida
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
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This a a great beach to bring the little ones. Usually not bothered by the rowdy types you find at Jax Beach.

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