Doc Griffin Park

Hand-curated trail maps and driving directions, as well as detailed reviews and images from hikers, campers, and nature enthusiasts like you, are available for the most popular dogs on leash trails in Jacksonville Forest Park.

There are paved trails in open and forested sections, picnic and play spaces, and an off-leash dog park on this 898-acre facility.

A fenced open area for dogs of all sizes is available at the dog park. The park is around two acres in size and is divided into two sections: one for large dogs and one for little and timid dogs. Off-leash is allowed in the fenced area. Large oak logs provide entertainment for dogs and places for owners to relax. There is water available. A station for waste collection and disposal is available.

Ball fields, 18 holes of disc golf, fishing, paths, and picnic facilities are all available at this 102-acre park.

This popular area for group picnics has excellent group picnicking facilities in a gorgeous oak wood. It has seats for 160 people, as well as electric cooktops and huge group barbecues.