Downtown Connector Rail Trail – Depot Park loop from Gainesville

Downtown Connector Rail Trail – Depot Park loop from Gainesville

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Downtown Connector Rail Trail – Depot Park loop from Gainesville

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20.1km

90m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.4 km for 59 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.57 km

Graham Woods

Highlight • Forest

Graham Woods is a 7.5-acre patch of hardwood forest on the campus of the University of Florida. There is a small, unnamed creek that flows through it and into Graham Pond.

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11.5 km

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park – La Chua Trail

Highlight • Trail

Designated as a U.S. National Natural Landmark, this state park is truly a natural wonder. As you explore the park you won't be surprised to see alligators and a dizzying …

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11.6 km

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is a 16.5 mile that runs from Gainesville to Hawthorne. It is fully paved and although there is a hill or two, it is not too challenging a trail.

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15.7 km

The Downtown Connector Rail Trail runs from downtown Gainesville to the Ganesville-Hawthorne State Trail. Together the two trail make a fully paved pathway between the two cities that allows cyclists …

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18.9 km

Depot Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Depot Park is a recreational park complex set around a scenic lake. It has two nearby museums, lawns, picnic areas, trails, and play areas, and is a popular place in …

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19.9 km

Downtown Gainesville Historic District

Highlight • Historical Site

Known for its preservation of historic buildings and its natural surroundings, Gainesville's numerous parks, museums and lakes provide entertainment to thousands of visitors.

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