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Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling

Bicycling and inline skating are permitted the entire length of the trail. 

Safety Concerns

  • Helmets are recommended for all cyclists. Florida law requires helmets for cyclists under 16.
  • Bring water, sunscreen and bug spray.
  • Obey all traffic laws.
  • When bicycling on a trail or dirt road shared with hikers or equestrians, be respectful of others. Learn more about our state park rules and trail etiquette.
  • Bicycles, including electric bicycles, may be used on trails designated for bicycle use with the park system, consistent with Section 316.20655, F.S.
  • All bicycles should operate in a safe manner.
  • Please obey all posted speed limits.
  • Please be aware that cross traffic does not stop. It is the responsibility of the trail user to stop at all street intersections.
Birding
Birding
Fishing
Fishing

Fishing is permitted at Prairie Creek and Lochloosa Creek from the trail bridges. All fishing within the park must conform to regulations concerning size, number, method of capture and season. 

  • A fishing license may be required. More information is available at the Florida Wildlife Commission’s Fishing in Florida.
Hiking
Hiking

Hiking is permitted on the entire length of the trail.

Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is committed to providing a variety of amenities accessible to all of our visitors.

These amenities include:

  • Paved trail with a grassy equestrian trail running alongside.

Service animals are welcome in all areas of Florida State Parks.

Equestrian Trail
Equestrian Trail

Horseback riding is allowed along the entire recreational trail.

Mountain Bike Trail
Mountain Bike Trail
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets

Well-behaved dogs are allowed on a six-foot hand-held leash on the Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail.

  • See our Pet Policy.
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