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  1. Areas
  2. FL
  3. …Northern Florida
  4. …Gainesville
  5. Sweetwater Preserve
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“A trail featuring both floodplain forest and upland forest. ”

Ann Russell-Vargas
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1.4

Miles

2.2

KM

Point to Point

149' 46 m

High

105' 32 m

Low

81' 25 m

Up

47' 14 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

7%

Max Grade (4°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · River/Creek · Wildlife

Description

This trail features winding singletrack through floodplain forests and upland forests. The route is considered to be hilly for Florida. This is a very popular trail for hikers and mountain bikers, so keep an eye out for other trail users. The trail will be completely shaded, making for an pleasant summer outing.

Flora & Fauna

Floodplain forests, saw palmetto, live oaks and upland forest.

Contacts

Land Manager: Florida State Parks - Alachua

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Ann Russell-Vargas
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in Sweetwater Preserve

#178

in Florida

#18,911

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