Hernando, FL Running Trails and Maps

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Length
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Dunnellon Trail

2.5 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Good Neighbor Trail

10.4 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Hancock Trail

6.5 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Hardy Trail

0.9 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Lake Apopka Loop Trail

18.4 mi
State: FL
Crushed Stone, Gravel

Nature Coast State Trail

32 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Seven Mile Loop Trail

7 mi
State: FL
Dirt, Grass

Starkey Wilderness Park Paved Trail

5.8 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Suncoast Trail

54.1 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Venetian Gardens Trail

0.5 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

West Orange Trail

22.4 mi
State: FL
Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt, Woodchips

Withlacoochee Bay Trail

6.2 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Withlacoochee State Trail

45.9 mi
State: FL
Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete

Archer Braid Trail

12.3 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Tav-Lee Trail

3.5 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Wilson Lake Parkway Trail

3 mi
State: FL
Asphalt
Accordion

Crosstown Trail

1.8 mi
State: FL
Concrete

Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail

0.3 mi
State: FL
Dirt, Grass, Sand

Leesburg-Wildwood Trail

2.6 mi
State: FL
Asphalt, Concrete

Montverde Greenway Trail

1 mi
State: FL
Concrete

Fountain Lake Trail

0.9 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Gardenia Trail

0.7 mi
State: FL
Asphalt

Magnolia Trail

0.7 mi
State: FL
Asphalt
Trail Image Trail Name States Length Surface Rating
Lying largely within the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway, this trail begins just off Bridge Rd by a trail kiosk with a map of the route. This paved path passes through 2.5 miles of cypress...
FL 2.5 mi Asphalt
Connecting the university town of Gainesville with rural Hawthorne, the 17.1-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne State Park Trail makes for a great day trip, complete with a hill or two and plenty of wildlife....
FL 17.1 mi Asphalt
The General James A. Van Fleet State Trail runs for 29 miles between Mabel and Polk City through some of Florida’s most scenic rural landscapes. At least one-third of the trail passes through...
FL 29 mi Asphalt
The Good Neighbor Trail runs for 10 miles between Brooksville and Withlacoochee State Forest, following the former Florida Southern Railroad Line. The paved path offers a scenic, tree-lined path...
FL 10.4 mi Asphalt
The Hancock Trail is 6.5 miles of smooth as ice, undulating multi-purpose trail in Lake County, Florida. It’s wide - a good 14 ft - and the hilly topography can either be a moderate challenge or a...
FL 6.5 mi Asphalt
The Hardy Trail is a mile long walk or ride in the heart of Dade City. The trail sits on a converted railbed, and travels south from Church Avenue. Residents love using the trail to run or jog or walk...
FL 0.9 mi Asphalt
The Lake Apopka Loop Trail is 18.4-miles. There’s an abundance of nature as well as some background history regarding the lake. Spanning across former farmland along the north shore, Florida’s fourth...
FL 18.4 mi Crushed Stone, Gravel
The Marjorie Harris Carr Cross-Florida Greenway is on a mission to create a non-motorized conduit stretching 110 miles from the Gulf of Mexico to St. John’s River in Palatka. The corridor showcases...
FL 15.6 mi Asphalt
One of the Sunshine State's best-kept trail secrets, the Nature Coast State Trail connects five small rural towns—Cross City, Old Town, Fanning Springs, Trenton, and Chiefland—along a T-shaped,...
FL 32 mi Asphalt
The Seven Mile Loop Trail is located in the Crystal River Preserve State Park (3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River). Winding through Florida's diverse coastal habitats, the route crosses three...
FL 7 mi Dirt, Grass
About 20 miles west of Orlando, the South Lake Trail (also known as Lake Minneola Scenic Trail) takes in some of central Florida's most spectacular prospects. Nowhere in this region will trail users...
FL 15.5 mi Asphalt
The paved trail in Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park stretches across the preserve for about 6 miles. About the Route Well-spaced shelters along the trail offer pleasant places to rest in the...
FL 5.8 mi Asphalt
The Suncoast Trail parallels the Suncoast Parkway for 54.1 miles through Hillsborough, Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus counties. About the Route For its entire route, the Suncoast Trail follows its...
FL 54.1 mi Asphalt
Located in Leesburg, Florida, this two-lane, asphalt trail parallels Canal Street, connecting to the Venetian Gardens Park at its southern end. The park is spread out over 45 acres tucked into the...
FL 0.5 mi Asphalt
Connecting small communities and suburban neighborhoods, the 22-mile West Orange Trail is one of Florida's most popular rail-trails, thanks to its reputation and proximity to metro Orlando. Fifteen...
FL 22.4 mi Asphalt, Concrete, Dirt, Woodchips
The Withlacoochee Bay Trail extends from the Gulf, north of Crystal River and south of Inglis, nearly 5 miles east to just beyond North Suncoast Boulevard. The trail provides access to a 758-acre...
FL 6.2 mi Asphalt
The 46-mile Withlacoochee State Trail is a must-do pure Florida experience for any trail enthusiast. Situated just west of Orlando, the trail takes users through suburban neighborhoods, a state...
FL 45.9 mi Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete
The Archer Braid Trail runs for over 12 miles between Archer and Gainesville in north-central Florida.  About the Route The Archer Braid Trail is paved along most of its route and offers an 8-10...
FL 12.3 mi Asphalt
This is a paved multipurpose trail connecting two cities in central Florida. The pathway stretches 3 miles from W Main St. in Tavares, parallel to US-441 S, and terminates just after Kinne Pearce Rd....
FL 3.5 mi Asphalt
The Wilson Parkway Trail parallels the road of the same name, stretching north from Cherry Rd to its endpoint on Libby Rd. #3. It’s mostly a green ride, there’s not much variation in scenery. The...
FL 3 mi Asphalt
Accordion
The Crosstown Trail in Crystal River is a historic railway line that has been converted into a multiuse trail stretching nearly two miles. The concrete trail is used for walking, biking and hiking. A...
FL 1.8 mi Concrete
Cedar Key Railroad Trestle Nature Trail is on a small island off the coast of northwestern Florida about 60 miles from Gainsville, the nearest big city. The town of Cedar Key itself, with fewer than...
FL 0.3 mi Dirt, Grass, Sand
As its name suggests, the Leesburg-Wildwood Trail is planned to connect the two communities via an off-street, walking and biking pathway. Presently, the trail extends between Veech Road and N. 14th...
FL 2.6 mi Asphalt, Concrete
The Montverde Greenway Trail or as locals refer to it "The Greenway" provides safer passage along County Road 455 for commuting and recreational activities. The paved trail runs along a former...
FL 1 mi Concrete
Fountain Lake Trail is just short of a mile long, and occupies a former CSX railroad corridor. The trail is built to accommodate both pedestrians and cyclists, as well as other non-motorized users....
FL 0.9 mi Asphalt
This trail branches off from the Leesburg-Wildwood rail-trail and will some day reach Fruitland Park, about 3 miles away. The current paved portion extends 0.7 miles, cutting a shaded swath past...
FL 0.7 mi Asphalt
This is a biking and walking trail located in Leesburg, Florida. It's the first part of what is hoped to be a rail-trail extending to Leesburg High School. Currently, the paved trail heads east from...
FL 0.7 mi Asphalt

Recent Trail Reviews

Leesburg-Wildwood Trail

not the best….

January, 2026 by zs6z86cv5g

Very dirty seemed to be people hanging out, possibly living on the trail. A few tents. Sketchy surroundings would not ride alone.

Venetian Gardens Trail

short ride

January, 2026 by zs6z86cv5g

Trail had many street crossing short ride

Archer Braid Trail

Good trail

January, 2026 by sjf0809

I rode my bike on this trail in November, 2025. The surface was in good shape. The trail did cross may driveways into businesses and homes, as well as crossing some streets into subdivisions, none of which was a problem. The traffic noise did not bother me. I feel that it just comes with the territory of a trail alongside a highway, and then let it go. Since I did get off I 75 to bike this trail, I ended up parking at Publix Super Market, which was about midway on the trail, rather than driving to Archer. I also biked the spur or loop that included the Veterans Memorial Park. I rode a total of 26 miles, which took me about 2 1/2 hours.

Accordion

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail

BORING

January, 2026 by jcparker914

The trail was about 10’ wide And definitely no bathrooms. Very desolate very very few people around we went on a Saturday afternoon. Cloudy it probably would’ve been hot if the sun was out it was 75 and cloudy if you like cows and trees you would enjoy it. We went about 7 miles and turned around. We sort of liked this path but other than that it was boring I thought and so did my wife. We started on the south end by Auburndale Trail and continued on to this trail about

Crosstown Trail

Cross Town Crystal River

January, 2026 by 7y6pynbfgx

Yes it is a short trail. Start on other side of 19 is best.Very popular for just spending a day riding and shops and restaurants to choose from along this easy route.

West Orange Trail

Central FL gem

December, 2025 by trailsforall

After years of traveling to Central Florida to visit theme parks, this December I convinced my family to spend a day on bikes as a break. We rented four bikes from Bikes and Blades at the Killarney Station and rode almost halfway (10 miles) down the trail towards Apopka. The width of the trail was superb for family bike riding, with a smooth asphalt surface throughout. Signage was clear and easy to follow. Downtown Winter Garden is a true gem. We stopped on the way back, parked our bikes and explored the many restaurant and shops. I plan to come back and ride the full length of the trail, including the connections to Lake County to the west.

Starkey Wilderness Park Paved Trail

such a good skate trail

December, 2025 by brookeypav

I’ve skated this trail so many times. Brought my speed teammates out here and they enjoyed it. Seen a bobcat before. Lots of deer. Such a smooth and fun trail

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Park Trail

great trail!

December, 2025 by askrens

Loved this trail. Overall, I would rate the pavement quality as being very good. Yes there are some bumps and lumps, but that is to be expected when you’re riding deep under tree canopy. And yes, there are some hills! But this is central FL! expected for Central Florida.

Starkey Wilderness Park Paved Trail

Starkey Wilderness Trail

November, 2025 by rockieslights

Not the longest trail (about 6.5 miles) but a really enjoyable one. Starts in Starkey Wilderness Park, which is worth a visit on it's own. The trail runs from the park and eventually through some scrub. Watch for deer, fox squirrels and even alligators. At the end of the trail is a nice surprise...a new bathroom and water station (built in 2023). The trail ends at this station as it intersects with the Suncoast Trail. You'll be out in the sun for much of the ride, but the surface is smooth and the further you get from the park, the fewer people you will see.

Starkey Wilderness Park Paved Trail

Wide and smooth paved trail.

October, 2025 by kippmich

We ride from the bike trailhead inside the park to the Suncoast trail. It’s right around 6.5 miles each way. Nice and smooth trail with many people using the trail with different modalities. Spotty shade before noon, would be pretty much full sun midday.

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail

general James a Van Fleet Trail

September, 2025 by dpeter2101

Gorgeous trail. A lot of wild life. Boars, gators, deer, birds, cows. You’d see it all. Most of the trail is very well maintained. A small part at the beginning of trail is a bit bumpy. Definitely worth the ride.

West Orange Trail

wear orange ride

September, 2025 by dpeter2101

A great trail. Shady-stores-places to eat. Busy but I found the walkers very friendly. A must ride

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