Once a part of the CSX railway line, the Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail will be a thoroughfare for hikers, bikers, and equestrians when complete.  This unique park provides a 14.5-mile greenway between Imeson Road and County Road 121, just past the town of Baldwin.

The trail system, when completed, will include three separate paths: a multi-use asphalt trail for walking, jogging, or in-line skating; a mountain bike trail; and a trail for horseback riding.  The Camp Milton Historic preserve will serve as the halfway marker for the trail.  The 14.5 mile multi-use path is completed, and the mountain bike trail and equestrian trail are currently under construction.  Along the greenway, you'll see a diversity of natural habitats, including pine flatwoods, wetlands, and hardwood uplands.  These areas attract a variety of wildlife such as songbirds, hawks, wild turkey, and white-tailed deer.  The dense canopy that covers most of the trail provides shade on a sunny day and, in certain locations, even gives the illusion of traveling in a tunnel.  Several rest areas with benches are provided along the route. 

Park hours:  5 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Directions:

Imeson Road Trailhead
From Jacksonville, take Interstate 10 west to Exit 53 (new Exit 356) for Interstate 295. Head north on I-295 to Commonwealth Avenue (Exit 9). From Exit 9, head west on Commonwealth Avenue approximately 1 mile to Imeson Road. Take a right on Imeson Road (heading north) and continue to the trailhead. (Map It) 

Baldwin Trailhead and Park
From Jacksonville, take Interstate 10 west to Exit 50 (new Exit 343) for US 301. Head north on US 301 (toward Baldwin), continuing through Baldwin to the trailhead

Brandy Branch Trailhead
From Jacksonville, take Interstate 10 west to Exit 50 (new Exit 343) for US 301. Head north on US 301 (toward Baldwin) until you reach US 90. Take a left (heading west) and proceed about 2 miles to Secondary SR 121 (Brandy Branch Road). Take a right (heading north) and continue to the trailhead.

Camp Milton Trailhead (planned)
This trailhead with parking will be located about mid-way on the trail when built.