Orange Park: The First Coast's Overlooked Historic City

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When one hears the name "Orange Park," congested Blanding Boulevard and post-WWII suburbia immediately enters the mind of many. However, a short trip off the beaten path of gridlocked arterials, Blanding and Park Avenue, reveals a scenic and peaceful community that dates back to the late 19th century.

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Kingsley Avenue is one of a few FDOT streets in Northeast Florida to have buffered bike lanes.

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727 Kingsley Avenue was once the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad's Orange Park depot. Located 14 miles from downtown Jacksonville, Orange Park was a stop for the many passenger trains that plied the rails from New York to Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL. The station remained active until the sixties and passenger service went from a regular stop to a flag stop.

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First Coast Rail's PV "Georgia 300". The property is now leased and maintained by G&LM;.

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Orange Park Medical Center

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Doctors Lake Drive

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Best Bet - Orange Park Kennel Club



Club Continental

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