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Explore the best rated trails in Bartow, FL, whether you're looking for an easy walking trail or a bike trail like the Withlacoochee State Trail and South Lake (Lake Minneola Scenic Trail) . With more than 33 trails covering 437 miles you're bound to find a perfect trail for you. Click on any trail below to find trail descriptions, trail maps, photos, and reviews.

Recent Trail Reviews

South Lake (Lake Minneola Scenic Trail)

Closed Section

November, 2024 by mattmortefolio

As of 11/24, there was a roughly a1000 foot section of the trail adjacent to the lake that is still closed due to past hurricane flooding. You will have to go on the road to get around it. No longer flooded, just covered with debris which will hopefully be cleaned up soon.

Fort Fraser Trail

No parking at Trailheads

November, 2024 by cindypearson2020

We were surprised to find no designated parking at either trailhead ends. We did discover a nice area at the Polk State College trailhead in Lakeland with picnic table. The trail was nicely paved except for a couple spots. Not very scenic but a decent ride.

Courtney Campbell Trail

It's no good closed.

October, 2024 by catnim2615

It's no good closed.

Accordion

Flatwoods Park Trail

Another really good paved trail

September, 2024 by stevecycles200

The only reason this isn't five stars, is some areas are bumpy. It is close to needing a resurfacing. Excellent shelters that are well spaced with water, real bathrooms, two parking lots, and entrances from opposite ends.

Old Fort King Trail

Only 2 miles is paved.

September, 2024 by catnim2615

Only 2 miles is paved.

Withlacoochee State Trail

Trail is closed at the moment

September, 2024 by adamdb3600

Trail closed, drove to get here and found out with signs up at all the crossings in our area.

https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/withlacoochee-state-trail

Courtney Campbell Trail

Great views, mostly flat, minimal shade

September, 2024 by ebonysharie

A good trail for me as a beginner. There are benches scattered throughout to take breaks, but not much shade

West Orange Trail

Courtesy

September, 2024 by lahlonvance

I’ve ridden this trail several times. The trail itself is awesome. Not too many busy crossings lots of shade. I really like riding this trail. The one thing that takes away from the experiences too many bike riders who are very rude riding for too fast for this trail, walkers, people, walking, dogs, pushing strollers, etc., also passing in spots where they shouldn’t be running stop signs it’s getting to be where it’s almost dangerous

West Orange Trail

The trail is great but...

August, 2024 by webmail1

It's getting so dangerous with all of the electric mopeds I'm afraid to ride or walk on it.

Flatwoods Park Trail

I ran this today. It is a great trail. It's impossible to get lost. There is mile markers every half mile. This is important because you loose the internet. The park ranger was very helpful, and friendly. I have to say this is a favorite now.¿

August, 2024 by catnim2615

I ran this today. It is a great trail. It's impossible to get lost. There is mile markers every half mile. This is important because you loose the internet. The park ranger was very helpful, and friendly. I have to say this is a favorite now.¿

Suncoast Trail

such an amazing trail with full of nice people

August, 2024 by abubeji5

I recommend every cyclist and runner … to check out this trail. It’s just amazing.

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail

great trail

August, 2024 by loryad123

This is a great trail, beautiful shade. We saw deer, otter, a rat snake, and a pigmy rattlesnake. We love nature and if you don’t bother it, it won’t bother you. Lots of places to sit, as well as overview spots. Flat for most of the trail that we did. I recommend it highly

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