Jacksonville Beach, FL waterpark Adventure Landing waterpark closes
After 30 years, Adventure Landing waterpark has closed in Jacksonville Beach. Plans are expected to move forward to redevelop the site.
- The former Adventure Landing site in Jacksonville Beach is set to become a 415-unit luxury apartment complex.
- The 22-acre property was sold in February 2021 for $7.87 million to a private real estate development group.
- Current plans for the redevelopment focus solely on residential housing, with no retail or entertainment components included.
With Adventure Landing in Jacksonville Beach now officially closed, one big question remains: What will take its place?
The 22-acre site at 1944 Beach Blvd. — once home to waterslides, go-karts and arcade games — is slated for major redevelopment that will transform the property into a luxury residential community.
What will replace Adventure Landing?
The developer plans to build a 415-unit luxury apartment complex with multiple residential buildings, amenities and internal roadways. The project is still moving through planning and permitting stages with the City of Jacksonville Beach.
Who bought the Adventure Landing property?
The land was sold in February 2021 for $7.87 million to a private real estate development group. The buyer’s corporate entities have not made a public branding announcement for the upcoming project, but filings indicate a multi-phase plan consistent with high-density residential use.
Will the new development include retail or entertainment?
At this time, no public plans show retail, entertainment or water recreation replacing the park. Early site concepts focus solely on residential housing, suggesting that Adventure Landing will not be replaced by a similar attraction.
However, developers sometimes introduce small commercial components during later planning stages.
When will construction begin?
A firm demolition or construction date has not yet been announced, but now that Adventure Landing has officially closed, site preparation is expected to begin.
It’s common for large, multi-unit residential projects to undergo several months of environmental review, permitting, traffic impact studies and ground preparation before vertical construction begins.
How many apartments will be built?
The current redevelopment plan reflects over 400 total housing units, likely a mix of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts. That density is considered significant for Jacksonville Beach, signaling a push toward higher-end multifamily living near the Intracoastal Waterway.
Why is the Adventure Landing site being turned into apartments?
The location is extremely valuable land for residential development as it’s just minutes from the beach and positioned along a major corridor with strong rental demand.
Water parks have high maintenance costs and seasonal revenue, while apartments generate consistent long-term returns, making the redevelopment more attractive to investors.
Are there any efforts to save Adventure Landing or bring it back?
As of now, no formal preservation or relocation campaign has succeeded. Community members have expressed disappointment online, but the land sale and redevelopment transition were finalized years ago, making a reversal highly unlikely.
What’s next for the property?
With Adventure Landing officially closed, attention now shifts to demolition timelines, development renderings and potential community feedback meetings. Local residents can expect construction equipment on site once permits are cleared, marking a dramatic visual shift from water slides to cranes and apartment framing.