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Jacksonville’s best kayak & paddle board launch site: Dutton Island Park & Preserve

Photo: City of Atlantic Beach

Looking for the best spot to drop-in for a day of kayaking or paddle boarding?

You’ll want to head to Dutton Island Park and Preserve, your choice for the best launch site.

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According to the City of Atlantic Beach, it’s the city’s largest park, located at the end of Dutton Island Drive and west of Mayport Road.

LINK: Map of Dutton Island Preserve Park | VIEW: 360 tour of Dutton Island Preserve Park

The park itself has 9,000 feet of nature trails and three miles of hiking trails. There’s also a fishing pier, picnic areas and camping spots.

Dogs are welcomed at the park so long as they are on a leash!

Runners up:

2. Nocatee Kayak Launch

3. Camp Chowenwaw Park Launch


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