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Learn More About Clay County Florida

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.

Things To Do In Clay County Florida

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 RampKnights 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

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ADULTS WITH A BACHELOR'S DEGREE

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Clay County Schools
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School NameAddressTypeRating
Lake Asbury Elementary School2901 Sandridge Rd, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United StatesElementary School
R. C. Bannerman Learning Center608 Mill St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United StatesN/A
Thunderbolt Elementary School2020 Thunderbolt Rd, Fleming Island, FL 32003, United StatesElementary School
Clay Charter Academy1417 Red Apple Road, Middleburg, FL 32068, United StatesN/A
Doctors Inlet Elementary2634 County Rd 220, Middleburg, FL 32068, United StatesElementary School
Clay Hill Elementary School6345 Co Rd 218, Jacksonville, FL 32234, United StatesElementary School
RideOut Elementary3065 Apalachicola Blvd, Middleburg, FL 32068, United StatesElementary School
Fleming Island Elementary4425 Lakeshore Dr, Fleming Island, FL 32003, United StatesElementary School
Clay High School2025 FL-16, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United StatesHigh School
Wilkinson Elementary School4965 Co Rd 218, Jacksonville, FL 32068, United StatesElementary School
Charles E Bennett Elementary1 S Oakridge Ave, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United StatesElementary School
Tynes Elementary School1550 Tynes Blvd, Middleburg, FL 32068, United StatesElementary School
Lakeside Elementary School2752 Moody Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073, United StatesElementary School
Ridgeview Elementary School421 Jefferson Ave, Orange Park, FL 32065, United StatesElementary School
Swimming Pen Creek Elementary1630 Woodpecker Ln, Middleburg, FL 32068, United StatesElementary School
Shadowlawn Elementary School2945 Co Rd 218, Middleburg, FL 32068, United StatesElementary School
Schools Public Clay County900 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United StatesN/A
R M Paterson Elementary School5400 Pine Ave, Fleming Island, FL 32003, United StatesElementary School
S Bryan Jennings Elementary School215 Corona Dr, Orange Park, FL 32073, United StatesElementary School
Oakleaf Village Elementary School410 Oakleaf Village Parkway, Orange Park, FL 32065, United StatesElementary School
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