Camp Milton Historic Preserve & Baldwin Rails to Trails
The Camp Milton Historic Preserve is located in west Jacksonville, and acquired significance during the American Civil War that lasted from April 1861 to May 1865. Three miles of earth and timber fortifications were erected along the west bank of McGirts Creek in February/March 1864, as over 8,000 troops arrived at the site to provide the first line of defense against the Union forces in Jacksonville. The camp was named in honor of John Milton (1807-1865), Florida’s governor during most of the Civil War.
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Camp Milton Historic Preserve & Baldwin Rails to Trails1225 Halsema Rd N
Jacksonville, Florida 32220