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Manager's Message
On October 14, 2006 Dunns Creek State Park once again had a very successful Open
House Event. The weather was georgeous, the tours were well attended and the
food was plentiful and of course as a special treet The Florida Park Service
"Gold Medal Band" provided the entertainment. But do not fret if you missed the
one this fall there will be one coming this sping in 2007. At Dunns Creek State
Park this winter if the weather permits some time will be spent on ecological
burning (prescribed fire). The week of October 16, 2006 a Resource Management
Evaluation was conducted and depending upon much needed rain certain parts of
the park is slated for prescribed fire. Dunns Creek State Park is a real Gem in
The Florida Park Service. On November 4, 2006 there will be a hike to the
cypress. If you plan on attending please wear the appropiate clothing and bug
spray. Come and experience "The Real Florida"
- Nathan Sommons, Park Manager
Welcome to Dunns Creek
Located south of a sharp bend in the St. Johns River, this is one of the newest
additions to the state park system. The park's natural communities include
sandhills, covered with longleaf pines and wiregrass, and sand pine scrub. These
communities protect several endangered and threatened species, such as the
gopher tortoise, as well as a variety of other native animals. A picnic and
hiking area is located on U.S. 17, north of Pomona Park. The mile-and-a-half
hiking and bicycling trail takes visitors to the pristine waters of Blue Pond.
Located 13 miles south of Palatka on U.S. 17 between Pomona Park and Satsuma.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Dunns Creek, please call 386-329-3721.
Hours of Operation
Blue Pond Picnic and Hiking area is open from 8:00 am to sunset all year round.
Driving Directions
Blue Pond Picnic and Hiking Area is located on US 17 South, approximately 15
miles south of Palatka, 4 miles south of Satsuma and 5 miles north of Pomona
Park.
Park Fees
At present time there is no park fee to enter the picnic area.
Dunns Creek
320 Sisco Road
Pomona Park, Florida 32181
Phone: 386-329-3721
Fax: 386-329-3718 |
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