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Clay County is in an ideal location in Northeast Florida, directly south of the city of Jacksonville and west of St. Augustine. Most of the eastern side of the county is lined by the St. John’s River. Popular for its natural springs, Clay County also contains the Jennings State Forest and the Belmore State Forest within its boundaries. Major cities in Clay County include Orange Park, Green Cove Springs, Fleming Island and Keystone Heights.
Orange Park and Fleming Island are the perfect spot to practice your golf swing with a beautiful river view, choose from different courses such as the Eagle Harbor Golf Club or the Fleming Island Golf Club. Due to Clay County’s location on the St. John’s River, fishing and boating are among the most popular local hobbies. Orange park offers different guided fishing experiences tailored to your preference, until you feel confident to go out on your own. Book a tour with North Florida Fishing Charters or Northeast Florida Angling, and let the fun begin! Additionally, boat ramps such as the Lakeshore Boat Ramp, Knights Boat Ramp & Marina and more, are available to you as well. Another popular spot for fishing in Clay County is the Spring Park Fishing Pier in Green Cove Springs. Green Cove Springs is famous for its Natural Freshwater Spring and winding well-kept walking path along the scenic St. Johns River. Also in Green Cove Springs is Amazing Grace Family Farms, they offer a multitude of family-oriented activities including a u-pick sunflower patch, hayrides, and seasonal events. CJ Acres Animal Rescue in Keystone Heights is another great spot to have fun in the sun, they provide animals who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected with another chance at happiness. The best part? All the funds they receive goes back into helping more animals! Other popular outdoor activities in Clay County are camping, hiking, and bike riding. Parks and trails such as Camp Chowenwaw Park and Ronnie Van Zant Park are awesome places to either set up camp or do some off-road biking.
To summarize, Clay County is in a prime location. It is close to water sports, fishing, big cities, historic areas, you name it! Whatever pace you are at, Clay County is a place that will make you feel at home.
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EMPLOYS THE LARGEST % OF THE WORKFORCE IN THIS AREA
14,967
TOTAL HOUSEHOLDS
65
POPULATION DENSITY PER SQUARE MILE
18 yrs
AVERAGE LENGTH OF HOUSEHOLD OCCUPANCY
14,311
AVERAGE YEAR BUILT
7%
ADULTS WITH A BACHELOR'S DEGREE
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| School Name | Address | Type | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Asbury Elementary School | 2901 Sandridge Rd, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States | Elementary School | |
| R. C. Bannerman Learning Center | 608 Mill St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States | N/A | |
| Thunderbolt Elementary School | 2020 Thunderbolt Rd, Fleming Island, FL 32003, United States | Elementary School | |
| Clay Charter Academy | 1417 Red Apple Road, Middleburg, FL 32068, United States | N/A | |
| Doctors Inlet Elementary | 2634 County Rd 220, Middleburg, FL 32068, United States | Elementary School | |
| Clay Hill Elementary School | 6345 Co Rd 218, Jacksonville, FL 32234, United States | Elementary School | |
| RideOut Elementary | 3065 Apalachicola Blvd, Middleburg, FL 32068, United States | Elementary School | |
| Fleming Island Elementary | 4425 Lakeshore Dr, Fleming Island, FL 32003, United States | Elementary School | |
| Clay High School | 2025 FL-16, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States | High School | |
| Wilkinson Elementary School | 4965 Co Rd 218, Jacksonville, FL 32068, United States | Elementary School | |
| Charles E Bennett Elementary | 1 S Oakridge Ave, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States | Elementary School | |
| Tynes Elementary School | 1550 Tynes Blvd, Middleburg, FL 32068, United States | Elementary School | |
| Lakeside Elementary School | 2752 Moody Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073, United States | Elementary School | |
| Ridgeview Elementary School | 421 Jefferson Ave, Orange Park, FL 32065, United States | Elementary School | |
| Swimming Pen Creek Elementary | 1630 Woodpecker Ln, Middleburg, FL 32068, United States | Elementary School | |
| Shadowlawn Elementary School | 2945 Co Rd 218, Middleburg, FL 32068, United States | Elementary School | |
| Schools Public Clay County | 900 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States | N/A | |
| R M Paterson Elementary School | 5400 Pine Ave, Fleming Island, FL 32003, United States | Elementary School | |
| S Bryan Jennings Elementary School | 215 Corona Dr, Orange Park, FL 32073, United States | Elementary School | |
| Oakleaf Village Elementary School | 410 Oakleaf Village Parkway, Orange Park, FL 32065, United States | Elementary School |
