Florida Man Grove Kayak Rentals and Tours

Come Get your Floridian On!

Explore the "Jewel of Jacksonville" with a kayak rental or tour through pristine cypress forest!

Kayaking through a narrow, wooded waterway with leafless trees and patches of green water lilies

“Come get your Floridian On!” by enjoying one of the top recreational activities enjoyed daily by many Florida locals. During your kayak rental or tour through Julington Creek Preserve you will experience the native plants and animals in this beautiful north Florida ecosystem.

The Julington Creek Preserve, Cypress Forest is home to many aquatic, avian, and terrestrial animals unique to the beautiful JCP river system which feeds the St. Johns River. There is no better way to experience this unique ecosystem surrounded by majestic trees, reflective waters and the native animals which call it home. Tours are guided by your own personal “Florida Man," who will help you create your next big adventure from one of three locations in the preserve.

Book your tour or rental today by clicking Book Now below, Learn More about the beautiful, Julington Creek Preserve, or continue on this page below to hear about our services and team.

Our Services

Rentals: Ready to get your “Floridian” On? We offer 2 hour kayak rental windows from one of 3 great locations around the JCP preserve. Guest are provided with all the equipment needed to get on the water! All Kayaks are monitored with state of the art safety/GPS monitoring to ensure guests can explore the Florida Cypress Grove independently, and safely.

Tours: Would you like to learn more about this beautiful river ecosystem? Private “Florida Man” tours are available with a local cypress forest/kayaking expert. Let our “Florida Man” show you the ropes with a 1 hour guided tour. During which, you will be educated on local wildlife, kayaking basics and the history of this magical place. Simply request a “Florida Man Tour” as an add-on to your rental purchase. Tours are available on a first come first serve basis.

Times and locations are subject to change based on tides and weather conditions…after all it IS Florida!

Location Highlights

    • Paddle Notes Website: Durbin Creek

    • Durbin Creek Kayak Ramp is located near Race Track Road and East Payton Parkway in St. Johns County, FL.

    • DC is a Cypress Forest waterway that extends over 7 miles to the point of the reserve and next closest kayak launch.

    • Park Website: Palmetto Leaves South

    • PLS Kayak Ramp is located near Old St. Augustine Road and Bartram Park Blvd. in Jacksonville, FL.

    • This leg is shorter with only approximately 3.2 miles to the point of the reserve and next closest Kayak launch. However, there are multiple directions along several waterways which you can explore in multiple directions making this one of our favorite spots.

    • Park Website: Tommy Hazouri Sr.

    • THS is located near San Jose Blvd and Mandarin Rd. in Jacksonville, FL.

    • This leg is located at the mouth of Julington Creek and closest to the St. Johns River.

      • Wheelchair Accessible Kayak Launch

View from a kayak on a calm river surrounded by green trees and blue sky.
A peaceful swamp scene with tall trees, green foliage, and clear blue sky reflected on the calm water surface, with a portion of a yellow kayak visible in the lower right corner.
A turtle with a shell resembling a turtle mask resting on aquatic plants near water, in a swamp or pond environment.
Man kayaking on a calm river, smiling, wearing sunglasses, a checkered headscarf, and a red shirt, surrounded by green trees and water lily leaves.

Get to Know Your Florida Man

This is my home, and sharing the magic of the cypress forest is my passion! I have been living and playing on the river my entire life. Kayaking remains one of the best ways to access the untouched beauty of nature far away from the engines and noise of the city. I cannot wait to share this magical place and inspire your new passion for "YACKING!"