Deep Creek Conservation Area

The conservation area is made up of two tracts — both adjacent to Deep Creek or one of its tributaries. These tracts are Yarborough (1,103 acres) and Deep Creek North (4,529 acres). The majority of these tracts are floodplain swamp associated with Deep Creek and the St. Johns River. The northern tract (Deep Creek North) the largest portion of the conservation area – includes frontage along the St. Johns River and the portion of Deep Creek that flows into the river. The uplands are dominated by pine flatwoods.

Yarborough Tract is located off of George Miller Road just north of Hastings, FL. Yarborough consists of several old farming fields that are currently being restored and a large man-made wetland that provides nutrient removal for the surrounding waterbodies while providing habitat for a variety of wildlife species such as wading birds, opossums, bobcats and white-tailed deer.

While there are no boat launches on the property, visitors may access the water for boating and paddling opportunities at the State Road 207 bridge over Deep Creek, just west of the State Road 206 intersection. The creek can also be accessed from the St. Johns River.


Recreational Activities: Biking, Hiking, Photography and Wildlife Viewing. Fishing, boating and paddling opportunities are available on Deep Creek; however, there are no launches located on the property.


Access Locations:

Deep Creek Conservation Area - North Tract Entrance
3705-3719 County Road 13 South
Elkton, FL 32033

Deep Creek Conservation Area - Yarborough Tract Entrance
Cowpen Branch Road
Hastings, FL 32145

Deep Creek Conservation Area - Water Access Entrance
State Road 207 bridge over Deep Creek, just west of the State Road 206 intersection.