# Camp Milton Historic Preserve Winter Tree Canopy Walk & Paved Bike Trail > Place to go for families in the Jacksonville area (FL). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open daily 7:30 AM to sunset (around 5:30 PM in winter) - Where: Camp Milton Historic Preserve, 12220 Halsema Rd N, Jacksonville, FL 32220 - Ages: All ages welcome (elevated tree boardwalk, replica historic farmstead, paved Baldwin Rail Trail connection) - Price: Free admission; Free public parking - Schedule: Open daily 7:30 AM to sunset (around 5:30 PM in winter) - Organizer: City of Jacksonville Parks and Recreation - Official page: https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/recreation-activities/camp-milton-historic-preserve - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/camp-milton-historic-preserve-winter-tree-canopy-walk-and-paved-bike-t--listing-a4204b68e906095c4deba61f ## About Located on Jacksonville's western edge, Camp Milton Historic Preserve spans 130 acres of historic pine flatwoods and cypress wetlands that served as Florida's largest Civil War encampment in 1864. Today, this peaceful county park offers families a fantastic winter nature experience anchored by an elevated wooden boardwalk tree canopy walk that meanders through towering cypress domes and wetland swamps. Children can explore a replica 19th-century homestead complete with a log cabin, blacksmith shop, and historic split-rail fences. The preserve also serves as a major trailhead for the Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail, offering miles of smooth, paved rail-trail paths completely separated from vehicular traffic where kids can safely ride bicycles, scooters, or rollerblades under a scenic oak canopy. In winter, crisp morning breezes keep paths cool, comfortable, and bug-free for family hiking and cycling outings. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Smooth paved connectors and wide wooden boardwalk tree canopy walks accommodate strollers, wagons, and children's tricycles with ease. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Shaded historic pavilion with picnic tables, plus air-conditioned park visitor center restrooms equipped with baby changing counters. • Age Suitability: Great for toddlers, kids, and parents alike; children who love biking will particularly appreciate the flat, car-free Rail Trail. • Sensory Tips: Deeply peaceful rural woodland setting filled with singing pine warblers, rustling palmettos, and crisp country air; no loud urban noises. ## Similar picks in Jacksonville - [Camp Milton Historic Preserve Holiday Forest Walk & Campfire](https://grassyknees.com/jacksonville/activities/camp-milton-historic-preserve-holiday-forest-walk-and-campfire--listing-b458099529f955dab765de56) — Sat, Dec 12 · 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM · Camp Milton Historic Preserve · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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