Army/National Guard

Heart of FL Training & Conservation

Camp Blanding Joint Training Center spans over 73,000 acres in Clay County. It serves as a premier training site for the Florida National Guard and various military branches, offering diverse training environments from forests to wetlands.

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Neighborhoods Near Camp Blanding

Compare the best areas to live based on commute, median home price, and school ratings.

NeighborhoodCommuteMedian PriceSchoolsHighlights
Middleburg 15 min$280,000 B-ratedRural feel, affordable, growing community
Keystone Heights 10 min$240,000 B-ratedLake lifestyle, Kingsley Lake, small-town charm
Starke 20 min$210,000 B-ratedMost affordable, small town, Bradford County
Green Cove Springs 25 min$300,000 B-ratedCounty seat, historic downtown, river access
Lake Geneva 5 min$255,000 B-ratedClosest to base, lake community, peaceful

School Districts

  • Clay County Public Schools
  • Bradford County Schools
  • Putnam County Schools

MWR & Amenities

  • Kingsley Lake Recreation Area
  • Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial
  • Training Ranges
  • Outdoor Recreation Areas

Gate Information

Main entrance on State Road 16 in Starke. Training center access requires valid military credentials.

Pro Tip

Rural VA Tip: Properties near Camp Blanding may qualify for USDA Rural Development loans in addition to VA financing, potentially combining benefits.

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