Treaty Oak
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Treaty Oak

Park · San Marco ·

Ancient, massive oak with cephalopod-like branches, rich history

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1207 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32207 Get directions

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1207 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32207 Get directions

+1 904 630 2489
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Last updated

Nov 25, 2025

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"There are a number of so-called “treaty oaks” found around America, usually singled out as the location of an important agreement or truce, but the treaty oak in Jacksonville, Florida is just called that so no one will tear it down. Believed to be around 250 years old, the many-limbed Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) tree located in what is now known as Treaty Oak Park has grown into a lazily wide circumference with thick branches sprouting off at all angles like a massive wooden cephalopod. However the mighty arbor (which was originally known as just the “Giant Oak”) was almost the victim of urban sprawl. As the city of Jacksonville grew in the 1930s the large amount of land on which the tree sat began looking mighty appealing to developers so fans of the ancient oak took (somewhat shady [get it?]) action. Pat Moran, a local reporter, got together with a member of the Jacksonville Garden Club, and devised a plan to save the tree involving him fabricating a news story about American Indians signing some kind of accord with white settlers beneath the tree, thereby making the oak a historic monument. The clever scheme worked, and the new Treaty Oak was saved. Today the huge tree still stands and is kept in good health by regular preservation efforts which are trying to ensure another 400 years of life for the oak. Hopefully that will be the truth." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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Treaty Oak

Wind N.

Google
A beautiful expansive oak tree that only provides shade but also rich with history. Definitely great photo opportunity place. The park is nice to walk around. Parking can be challenging. There is a paid parking building in the back. But the street parking is tough.

Redoy R.

Google
Small park with very beautiful tree! Children can climb up it's branches from the ground to what seems like 30 feet in the air. Very close to the riverside and gorgeous scene. Parking may be hard to find during weekdays but I went on a weekend day.

Mark L

Google
I never knew this tree was here! Nice things always hide around the corner.

Rusty W.

Google
Had the opportunity to check out this incredible tree. Glad to see it is maintained and looking very healthy. Long life.

Sgt. M.

Google
What a beautiful park. The oaks are so cool. The history there is also amazing. I found it very peaceful when I went. I do wish that people would be more mindful of their trash and put it the trash receptacle.

Angie W.

Google
I feel blessed to have stood in the shelter of this beautiful, centuries old tree. It is beautiful, majestic, and worth a visit!

L M.

Google
What an incredible tree! It is bigger than you can imagine! It's limbs going all over and being supported by little built up "pallets." Beware of the zillion birds, they will get you. (Beautiful to see though so worth it). Parking is challenging. There is only a little street parking

Emily I.

Google
This is a beautiful place in the heart of the city! We went with a group to take photos for their Spring Formal dance and got lucky enough to get there when there were only a few people there! It's a big space and lots of spots to get a great photo. The parking is rather limited, however, only a few spaces out front. If you live in Jacksonville you should definitely visit this historical place and snap a photo or two! A treasure and a treat to see.