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Jacksonville’s Emerald Necklace

From Goldmines to Woodlands Trails
Release date: November 15, 2022

 
 

Over 16 miles of trails

and fun for the whole family

 

Offering an Abundance

of educational opportunities

 

All Types of Trails

for strolling, hiking, biking and horseback riding

 

A Community Effort

 

Lots of Space

to ride and recreate

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MAPS AND
TRAILS

With over 16 miles of trails in the Woodlands, it’s easy to find a loop or destination that’s just right for the day.

HOW YOU
CAN HELP

Whether it’s donating or volunteering your time – there are many ways to help.

JCC
NEWSLETTERS

The official newsletters of the Jacksonville Woodlands Association. View and download them now.

NOTE: No horses are allowed on the trails. The combination of horses (along with their droppings), dogs and people on the trails creates too much congestion as well as trail damage and will no longer be permitted.

The Jacksonville Woodlands Association is caring for the special places that have been saved by the citizens of Jacksonville so that all may experience our city’s gold rush heritage.

 

Watch a video news story about the Woodlands below.

News
May 2, 2022

Sarah Zigler Trail Repaired and Refreshed

One of the oldest trails in the Jacksonville Woodlands, the Sarah Zigler Trail at about .66 mile is one of the oldest, and certainly most popular, Woodland’s trail.  It parallels…
News
June 20, 2019

View Our Latest Newsletter

The official newsletter of the Jacksonville Woodlands Association.
News
June 20, 2019

Spring Flowers

The Jacksonville Woodlands are awash in flowers. Pink-purple shooting stars line some of the trails, while showy white trilliums and softer white cat's ears light up the shady areas. Look…