The best parks & outdoor spots in Jackson

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge

Parks & Outdoors

Wildlife hospital with a nature center featuring hiking trails and a playroom.

4 Sawmill Rd (Medford)

“Wildlife hospital with a nature center featuring hiking trails and a playroom.”

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Kells Park

Parks & Outdoors

Kells Park has real neighborhood energy, with tennis courts for a casual rally, baseball diamonds for a laid-back catch, and a playground…

201 Kells Ave (Newark)

“Kells Park has real neighborhood energy, with tennis courts for a casual rally, baseball diamonds for a laid-back catch, and a playground that guarantees the kids burn off the wiggles. Pack a ball, a racket, maybe iced coffee, then call it a win this week.”

From the Newark newsletter, August 6, 2026

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University of Delaware Botanic Gardens

Parks & Outdoors

10+ test gardens, botanical gardens & an arboretum on a university campus, open to the public.

211 Roger Martin Ln (Newark)

“10+ test gardens, botanical gardens & an arboretum on a university campus, open to the public.”

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