Just beyond River Ridge’s residential neighborhoods is the Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park. Bounded by the Anclote and Pithlachascottee rivers, the park features acres of undisturbed wetlands, natural hammock preserves, a 1.3-mile self-guided nature trail, 8 miles of horse trails, hiking trails and a 3-mile bike path.

A nature lover’s paradise, the park is home to such animals as deer, tortoises, wild turkey, fox squirrels, and over 150 species of birds.