Treaty Oak Park is a beautiful and natural oasis downtown that we always include when walking in and around Southbank. There are events held here from time to time, and it's a worthy location, but it's best served as a break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Most importantly, it's really nice to reflect on this beautiful tree and its meaning that has applied for over 250 years. Check out Treaty Oak Park as a break or a meaningful mediation when you're downtown. It's a really cool park that isn't as well known as it should be. read more

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Always driving by this park on our way somewhere and finally decided to walk past it on our way back from Riverwalk. Beautiful and enormous oak tree in the center of the park. They were setting up for An evening event under the tree so we could not explore as much as we wanted. Interesting historical background on the placards and sign. Will return to explore more in the future. read more

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Small but great park. The giant oak is stunning. Me and my family were just blown away by the winding branches. The temperature felt like it dropped quite a bit while hanging out under the tree. It's a great spot for pictures. read more

Treaty Oak Park - Parks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

If you find yourself in the area, take the minute to walk the board walk around the oak tree. It is huge and stunning. read more

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Back in the 1930s when developers were grabbing up bits of land to build on, a local newspaper reporter took it upon himself to save this massive 200 year old oak tree. He fabricated a story that there had been some treaty signed here between settlers and the native Americans. Yes, fabricated. And so this tree is till standing and protected. The tree is surrounded by a low boardwalk that keeps people from tripping over roots. When I stopped by today, someone was setting up for a wedding of some sort. It looked pretty cool. On a warm spring afternoon, the shade of this massive Southern Oak was particularly comforting. It is around 70 feet tall and extends twice as much along the ground. There is street parking around the park. [Review 344 of 2025 - 1997 in Florida - 23906 overall] read more

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I love Jessie Ball Dupont Park. The treaty oak is soo big. Biggest tree I've ever seen. I love this tree. This might be my fav city park in Jacksonville read more

This is a very tiny park that has a huge old (250+ years old) tree in the middle. The day I jogged through, there were people in tents inside of the tree. I couldn't really get any good photos or stand underneath the tree because of all the people. The tree really is massive, but this doesn't really feel like a park. There were also people on bicycles riding through the grass. Maybe I just went on an odd day, but this was not at all what I was expecting to see. I will try to go back to check out the inside of the tree, but not by myself next time. read more

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The tree brought me here! There is a lot of lawn around this opening among high rise buildings in downtown Jax. As others have mentioned, there is no parking lot, but I was able to live park and run over to see the tree. There are really no other trees in the park, so no shade canopy on a sunny/hot day. You will want to prep water and SPF accordingly. I am so pleased to see this 250yo tree so well treated! The Old Senator tree in St. Augustine is 650 years old, and that disrespected senior has a tiny patch in a parking lot for a gross motel, with trams passing it all day long. That poor FL treasure is not permitted to grow and spread out like this phenomenal tree in Jacksonville. In Brunswick, GA, Lover's Oak (over 900 years old) has a bit more space on a median strip, but again, roads on either side. Treaty Oak Park is living proof that these natural beauties can thrive if given the real estate. I'm so happy to see how huge it is, and healthy and happy to boot! The MOSH Mouth statue is very nearby in James Weldon Johnson Park for more photo ops! read more

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It is free park at downtown Jacksonville. No parking space near by. So we park at the bus parking temporarily and watch if the police come to chase us out. Our visit is short and should be good before police show up at our parking spot. The park is famous of the old oak was there. This oak is about 70 feet tall. The trunk Is more than 15 feet diameter. This oak is famous on it branch reach the floor like octopus tentacle. It is great place for photos. The tree branch probably reach 40 feet in each direction. It is beautiful to take the photos with the branch only. I can imagine hang a hammock have afternoon nap. According to the historian is more than two hundred years old. Great find in Jacksonville. read more

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Treaty Oak Park is a great park, but be advised that there is really no parking. Treaty Oak Park is a nice place and definitely check out the tree. read more

I got married and did my wedding photoshoot at Treaty Oak Park on a Saturday morning. The images came out amazing. I always loved big beautiful trees (especially if they have moss hanging from the tree branches). My family loved the ida of holding my photoshoot here and it was a great success. I had a family friend take the photographs for me and they came out beautiful to say the least. I'm very happy. read more

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This tree is known as Florida's largest oak tree and Jacksonville's oldest living landmark. We found few parking spots available right in front of the park's front entrance. Standing under this tree is undeniable like standing in a presence of greatness. Just think how many people in the past 250 years stood there, and this tree peacefully all watched us come and go. The events this tree must have witnessed!! I could almost feel it's hugging me.. the way the branches are touching the ground and swirling, simply feels like it's reaching down for you to give you a hug. Simply magnificent specimen, I'm proud there were people out there that fought and preserved this oak for future generations to enjoy! I know I am definitely grateful and humbled by experience. read more

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A beautiful park which it's highlight is a HUGE live oak tree! It is estimated to predate the city of Jacksonville it self..about 250 years old. The base is 25 ft wide, 70 ft tall and has a span of 145 feet! Many memorable photo sessions are conducted here because of its natural beauty! At one time there was talk of cutting it down to develop the land around it but MANY people and organizations rallied to save it! Jesse DuPont Society has put money aside for its continued care which some estimate it could live another 400 years! Today Greenscape is having its yearly tree give away in the park! There are lots of volunteers and nonprofit helping with this worthwhile endeavor! read more

This truly is a historic tree!!!! It's an underrated attraction in the Urban Core (Downtown) area of Jacksonville, Florida. I'm surprised it's not even in TripAdvisor's Top 15 Best Things To Do in Jacksonville, FL!!! This tree is about 200 years old and the park that it's (conveniently) located in is an abundantly family-friendly place, since it's in a safe and (mostly) clean part of town! I recommend this place for tamiles with small children to visit this historic tree! However, it's against the rules to climb this tree. Therefore, it'd be best to observe this tree from the ground!! read more

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You must go see this 250 plus year old tree. It's a humbling experience. I can't wait to go back time and time again. Pictures will not do it justice. read more

Treaty Oak Park - Tiny humans in enormous tree - Parks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Treaty Oak is such a majestic piece of living history right in the middle of our beloved city! It was so easy to pull right up out front and start exploring... there were squirrels throwing acorns at us... dew on the tree... and the sun rising and starting to peak through the massive branches... Definitely an enchanting scene, whether you are night shifters who were looking to escape the hospital walls after 13 hrs, or your looking for a picnic spot or even a place to have a wedding Treaty Oak could be your spot... read more

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This is a beautiful sweet park with a neat story as to why it's called "Treaty Oak". It isn't a large park but once you get underneath the tree you'll get lost for a while. Parking can be tricky but I just park in the small lot right in front of the park and walk over. You can also park on the streets surrounding. I got married under this beautiful tree! read more

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It is a beautiful park and I had my maternity photos here....but the city doesn't keep up with it. Grass doesn't get cut very often and trash here and there from the homeless or just careless people. My boyfriend and I revisited this park about 1 year or maybe a little more , after our daughter was born. There had been a hurricane a few weeks back that hit downtown. When we visited there were tree limbs EVRYWHERE, and quit a bit of trash. Although we went to visit, we ended up cleaning up the park , making piles of libs and debree and picking up trash so when the city did come that it would be an easier cleanup, we haven't been there since but I hoped it helped! It takes a community to keep public places nice. People please stop littering when esp. when there is a trash can less than 2 ft away -_- read more

This place is so neat. We need more parking spots near it. I had a hard time finding parking. The two spots where full. Lol anyways if your in the area stop and take some pics. I will warn you though you will see bums sitting around.. that's the only downside to this place. read more

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I just happened to pass by this park during my short visit to jacksonville during a business trip and saw a huge oak tree in it. Turns out, it's a city park dedicated to the largest living thing existing in the entire city, older than any building. By now, it is well over 250 years old and just massive. I came on a rainy day, so I couldn't hang around long, but it did provide a canopy so I didn't get wet in certain places on the deck underneath. Pretty neat if you like visiting historically significant monuments or buildings in the city. The front parking lot is labeled for bus parking only, but nobody is there to stop a car from parking for 5 mins to take a couple of photos. read more

Treaty Oak Park - Cool to see even in a rainy day! - Parks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Love love love this park and its gorgeous oak tree, that is the oldest one in Jacksonville! Beautiful spot for wedding ceremonies, photoshoots, picnics, or just a walk. I have a soft spot for the treaty oak tree because I got married underneath it. So it's my favorite tree in the whole wide world and I can't help but smile every time I walk or drive past it. Great memories of a wonderful day with loved ones. Seriously, you should go check it out one day if you haven't been. It's very impressive! read more

My favorite park in Jax! Wish we had events here like we did five or six years ago. This is such a hidden gem of the San Marco area, I adore coming here and walking around. The history behind the tree is very fascinating, considering the folklore surrounding it. Only complaint is that the homeless community is quite prevalent during dusk and into the evening. Can feel a little irksome. read more

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This place is very historic. Google it. If you are in Jacksonville, it is a must see. This is a huge tree that spans out and touches the sky, down to the ground. Let me me know what you think when you go. Take a group and plenty of pictures of this tree. Bring some lunch here and have a picnic. Enjoy a piece of Jacksonville History. read more

The tree was very beautiful. Parking was terrible, it was hard to find parking. It's only a tree there is no park or walking area. I would stop by to take a picture and look at the tree, But I would not go out of my way to make a special trip just to look at the tree. It's a beautiful old tree. There was homeless people sitting on the benches. read more

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My family stopped in here for a quick family photo session and it was a really cool experience. This tree is absolutely enormous, pictures just do not do it justice at all. The tree is over 200 years old if I remember correctly and is massive at its base. Once you walk up under the branches that droop down to the ground, you are so engulfed in the tree that you feel like you are in a completely different park. This beautiful tree made for some really awesome family pictures and it was fun to learn about the history of the park and the tree over the many years. I bet this would be really beautiful lit up with lights at night, but were visiting during the day so unable to see what that might look like. The only drawback was there is a large parking garage behind it that can take away from the natural feel of it a bit, but it is still a marvel to see nonetheless. read more

If you are looking for an instagramable spot in downtown Jax, look no further than Treaty Oak Park. Nestled in the back of what appears to be a vacant lot is this ginormous tree with decking and benches weaving around the base of the it. This is also a perfect spot to have a picnic lunch or sit and reflect about your day/life. It's a nice change from the hustle of the other spaces downtown. Parking is a bit of a challenge, you can try your luck on the street or there is a parking garage right next door. read more

I give it a 3 only because of the beautiful tree it has, I love the tree. Other than that there is absolutely nothing there that can invite anyone except for a short visit. read more

4 stars for a beautiful tree! Treaty Park has a beautiful 200+ year old tree, however, it's not much of a "park" per say. If you happen to say in the area, it's a quick walk from the Hampton Inn, right next door. There is a small board walk that goes around the tree and large sign with the history of the tree. If you want to explore the great outdoors, learn a little bit about Jacksonville, and snap a few shots of this beautiful tree, it's place you don't want to miss. read more

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Went there on July 8th 2018. No one was there, the park was like a ghost town but the Tree is really one of a kind. This is an underrated park. The town should take care of it better, at least fixed the deck and sign. People should come and see this beautiful tree read more

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It is beautiful for what it is, a large field with the hugest oak tree I have ever seen. The diameter of the trunk is over 25ft. My kids loved running around and it was very peaceful. I only gave 4/5 stars because there was a homeless man sleeping there and some beer bottles and trash thrown on the ground. Perks of being in the city, right? read more

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Have a picnic, have a wedding or heck, just snap some photos! I've seen all here numerous times. In fact, there's a regular soccer game several times during the work week. This is a super nice escape from the city on the Southbank of the St. John's River. Relaxing and steeped in history, this is the place to be. The feature of the park goes without saying. However, if you need a clue it is the humongous oak! One of the largest I've ever seen. The limbs lumber towards the ground and have been braced so a strong storm doesn't come and rob future generations of its beauty. Come here, relax and unwind during your work day if possible. Otherwise, it's a great place to host a wedding, photos, or even a soccer game! This is truly a Jacksonville treasure. read more

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I love Treaty Oak Park! I am completely obsessed with Live Oaks and this one takes the cake!! read more

Treaty Oak Park - Massive Oak Tree! - Parks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I do photography here and some times just come to sit under the tree.... Every time I have come here there are one or multiple of the following laying around : beer cans, needles,condoms,food bags, bottles, and/or cigarette packs.. Kind of gross but i know its not the trees fault (lol). read more

What a great little park a must stop to see this great old tree . Nothing amazing but a real nice quick stop if your in the area .

This tree is not impressive from a distance but when you go near its so impressive with the size of it and the graceful huge branches often touching the ground. There's a boardwalk going under and around the branches. It seems all if it's 200+ years of age. Great place for wedding or group photos. Park on a side street. No parking there. read more

It is an amazingly beautiful tree. The park is kept up somewhat nice. There were blankets thrown over some of the branches as if the homeless were sleeping there. There were a couple of transients there but keeping to themselves. A woman had set up her daughter for a photo shoot, staging a tea party. It was cute. It is definitely a short visit, would be nice of there were more to it but the tree is the one and only star attraction. read more

This park is not kept up but it is well worth the visit. I wish the city cut the grass and made it more of an attraction. We drove past it twice because it didn't look like a park. When we did get out the car to go look at the tree it was very pretty and an awesome sight to see God's creation at work for over decades! I recommend you go check it out! Your visit will probably last about 5 minutes, unless you have kids that are old enough to climb a tree! read more

Parking is a little difficult to figure out since the park is surrounded by busy streets. The only official parking in front of the park is for buses and handicap which is good. The park is handicap accessible. We went in the morning so there were only a couple of people and the ground keeper. The place was clean and there were a few signs explaining the unique history of the tree. It's a nice place to take a short walk or a picnic. It's smaller than an acer with paths/boardwalks and the tree. I've never seen such a large oak tree and the huge branches laying on the ground give it a whimsical look. It's definitely worth the stop. read more