Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park

Limited Visitation at this Park

Effective May 5, 2021: Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, additional visitors will not be permitted to enter the park after 4 p.m. Restroom availability may be limited. All other facilities are closed, including the visitor center and the boardwalk stairway into the sinkhole. The nature trail is open. Tours are not available at this time. Visitors are expected to maintain distances of at least 6 feet apart.

Limited Access on Nature Trail

The nature trail is open as an out-and-back trail (not a loop) due to the trail bridge closure. Views into the sinkhole are available. Please check back for bridge and nature trail updates. March 12 update: Plans are underway to repair the Deer Run bridge to allow for a full loop trail again. For more hiking options, visit San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park, 3.5 miles west on Millhopper Road (County Road 232).

Hours

9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. The park is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Fees

$4 per vehicle, up to 8 visitors. $2 pedestrians and bicyclists.

Location

4732 Millhopper Road
Gainesville FL 32653

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Contact Info

352-955-2008

Welcome to Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park

This National Natural Landmark has attracted curious visitors since the 1880s.

Park Admission - Single Occupant or Motorcycle

In the midst of North Florida's sandy terrain and pine forests, a bowl-shaped cavity 120 feet deep leads down to a miniature rain forest. Small streams trickle down the steep slopes of the limestone sinkhole, disappearing through crevices in the ground. Lush vegetation thrives in the shade of the walls even in dry summers.

Researchers have learned a great deal about Florida's natural history by studying fossil shark teeth, marine shells and the fossilized remains of extinct land animals found in the sink. Visitors can enjoy picnicking and learn more about the sinkhole through interpretive displays.