Best parks near St. Johns

6 parks · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near St. Johns, Florida — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 6 of 6 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
#1 Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
19.1 mi away
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a historic fort located in St. Augustine, Florida. It is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States and was built by the…
Why 90: protected / landmark status
90Elite
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Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
#2 Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
14.8 mi away
The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) is located in northeast Florida and covers over 73,000 acres of salt marshes, tidal creeks, and upland…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
80Elite
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Deep Creek State Forest
#3 Deep Creek State Forest
11.0 mi away
Deep Creek State Forest is located in the state of Florida and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The forest covers over 8,000 acres and offers many opportunities…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Watson Island State Forest
#4 Watson Island State Forest
13.8 mi away
Watson Island State Forest is a beautiful and diverse natural area located in the state of Florida, offering visitors a variety of reasons to explore and enjoy its unique…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Fort Mose Historic State Park
#5 Fort Mose Historic State Park
17.2 mi away
Fort Mose Historic State Park is a significant historical site in St. Augustine, Florida, that tells the story of the first legally sanctioned free African settlement in the…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Ed Austin Regional Park
#6 Ed Austin Regional Park
19.5 mi away
Ed Austin Regional Park is a popular recreational area located in Jacksonville, Florida. The park offers various activities for visitors of all ages, including hiking, biking…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated

Parks near St. Johns

The St. Johns area has 94 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near St. Johns

How are these parks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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