@TimucuanNPS

Official feed of Timucuan Preserve, one of the last unspoiled wetlands on the Atlantic, includes Ft Caroline and Kingsley Plantation RT/follow/likes≠endorsement

 Jacksonville, Florida
nps.gov/timu
Joined June 2009
  • Tweets2.8K
  • Following986
  • Followers12.2K
1KMedia
What is your favorite thing about spring in Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve?
two fox kits in burrow

ALT two fox kits in burrow

2
3
298
Our final award for the 2024 park season is our Best Picture award. Clearly swayed by our National Park Service pride this image of the welcome arrowhead at Fort Caroline wins top honors. #2024Parkies #BestPicture #NPSParkies
image of trees and bushes around NPS arrowhead with golden bison statue in corner that reads "2025 Parkies"

ALT image of trees and bushes around NPS arrowhead with golden bison statue in corner that reads "2025 Parkies"

6
316
Our winner for #BestSpecialEffects goes to nature for the flooding of our Cedar Point trails last fall. This dramatic water level shocked audiences trying to walk on the trails while also showcasing how water is a dramatic transformative power in the preserve. #NPSParkies
flooded trails in woods with a gold bison graphic in corner that reads "2025 Parkies"

ALT flooded trails in woods with a gold bison graphic in corner that reads "2025 Parkies"

5
268
“River is time in water; as it came, still so it flows, yet never is the same.” – Barten Holyday
water on the rivers edge with driftwood

ALT water on the rivers edge with driftwood

1
13
326
From firefly season to the seasons of the year, we love celebrating them all, including awards season. Help us celebrate with a few of our top Parkie Awards. Our nominee for #BestSetDesign goes to our Maintenace crew for replacing hundreds of feet of boardwalk in the park.
wooden wheelchair ramp with gold bison graphic in corner that reads "2025 Parkies"

ALT wooden wheelchair ramp with gold bison graphic in corner that reads "2025 Parkies"

1
154
"It is in the still silence of nature where one will find true bliss." Unknown
orange light streams through clouds over moss covered trees

ALT orange light streams through clouds over moss covered trees

2
16
324
#OTD Jean Ribault leaves France with two ships of soldiers, heading west toward La Florida, beginning the saga of Fort de la Caroline. Not only aiming to challenge Spanish claims to the land, this journey also intended to unite a religiously-divided France toward a common goal.
image of fort Caroline gat and imposed sketch of Jean Ribault face

ALT image of fort Caroline gat and imposed sketch of Jean Ribault face

10
210
Happy Birthday to us! The preserve was established #OTD.
historic photo of two men one is Charlie Bennet photo shopped to have birthday hats

ALT historic photo of two men one is Charlie Bennet photo shopped to have birthday hats

11
242
"Colors are the smiles of nature."-Leigh Hunt
3 roseate spoonbills with bright pink feathers fly by

ALT 3 roseate spoonbills with bright pink feathers fly by

14
302
Did you know that Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Girl Scouts can earn a certificate or patch by participating in organized educational activities or service projects in the National Parks? For details, go to nps.gov/subjects/youthprogra…
The top patch is brown with the NPS symbol and the BSA symbol and words around the border that say, “Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger.” The bottom patch is blue with the NPS symbol and the GSUSA symbol and words around the border that say, “National Park Service Girl Scout Ranger.”

ALT The top patch is brown with the NPS symbol and the BSA symbol and words around the border that say, “Resource Stewardship Scout Ranger.” The bottom patch is blue with the NPS symbol and the GSUSA symbol and words around the border that say, “National Park Service Girl Scout Ranger.”

4
182
“Thou fragile, flimsy, gossamery thing, First leaf of spring!” -Charles Lamb Hey now Charley, that was a little uncalled for. Our tiny grape leaf here survived those brittle cold temperatures last month and is still going strong.
small grape leaf on vine

ALT small grape leaf on vine

12
201
René Goulaine de Laudonnière survived the attack on Fort Caroline by clambering over the walls. It was dangerous, he was lucky to escape...Today, there is very little threat of attack, and therefore, no reason to climb on the fort exhibit walls. #SafetyTip
fort walls with cannon and French flag

ALT fort walls with cannon and French flag

6
214
Name this animal...WRONG answers only.
jellyfish on sand

ALT jellyfish on sand

1
4
220
Winter Storm Closure for Wednesday 1/22/2025 Due to the hazardous winter storm currently affecting our area and the potential for icy road conditions, we will be closing the park on Wednesday 1/22 to ensure safety.
background text reads alert with NPS arrowhead logo center

ALT background text reads alert with NPS arrowhead logo center

1
229
Today is #NationalSquirrelDay . Squirrels are curious and can become habituated to humans, so remember, resist the temptation to feed them and make sure to discard all food in the appropriate trash cans.
5
178
To commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., find different ways to serve your community. You can donate books to your local libraries, get a group together to help clean your communities park, or just look up day of service activities in your area! PC: Greene
Image Description: Photo of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue at the National Mall and Memorial Parks

ALT Image Description: Photo of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue at the National Mall and Memorial Parks

1
195
Estuaries function as nurseries for young marine life, providing a refuge for these creatures, and they provide shelter and food for over 75% of marine fisheries species. This makes salt marshes especially important for seafood lovers and the economy. ow.ly/qZ6a50UGp3q
sunrise over marsh with palm frond

ALT sunrise over marsh with palm frond

1
1
7
307
Where are the bathrooms? 🚽That is the most frequently asked question at most National Park Service sites. Other questions include: Can I pet it? Do you have tours? What are your hours? Find all your answers at ow.ly/aja450UGoIa
park bathroom entrance

ALT park bathroom entrance

1
5
158
The flat hat that Park Rangers wear is one of the most iconic and recognizable symbols of the National Park Service. It seems fitting that we celebrate #NationalHatDay by taking selfies in our coolest hats in front of our museum displays, in celebration of #MuseumSelfieDay.
A woman wearing a NPS uniform and hat holding up a NPS ranger keychain in front of a painted mural of the salt marsh.

ALT A woman wearing a NPS uniform and hat holding up a NPS ranger keychain in front of a painted mural of the salt marsh.

Picture of a National Park Service work hat over a gourd that has been painted blue and has a hole in it.

ALT Picture of a National Park Service work hat over a gourd that has been painted blue and has a hole in it.

A man wearing a NPS uniform and hat in front of a table with bones and shells.

ALT A man wearing a NPS uniform and hat in front of a table with bones and shells.

Picture of a National Park hat and a baseball cap with a volunteer patch in front of an informational poster.

ALT Picture of a National Park hat and a baseball cap with a volunteer patch in front of an informational poster.

1
6
203
This year the Kingsley Heritage Celebration includes a Friday night luminary display. At 6:00 p.m. on Feb. 21, a descendant talk will be followed by a walk to the cabins lit by candles, there we will read the names of those enslaved here. Learn more at ow.ly/wGE650UGnA1
tabby cabin with paper lanterns in the windows and door

ALT tabby cabin with paper lanterns in the windows and door

2
6
224
Load more