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Level: Intermediate
Length: 25 mi (40.2 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Network
Elevation: +1,552/ -2,419 ft
Total: 252 riders
Mountain Biking San Felasco Hammock Preserve
#7 of 289 mountain bike trails in Florida
This is the truest XC trail in Florida, lots of distance with continuous gradual up and down grades. The whole trail is fine for anyone with just a little experience from a technical standpoint, when the trail describes beginner, intermediate, or difficult it is referring to the lungs you need to complete the hills. Very enjoyable. The trail is all network and small loops so you can easily ride 3 miles or 30 miles as your heart desires. Park is gorgeous in the trails except a little sun exposure on Tug Nut.
First added by searsandrewj on Jan 1, 2003. Last updated May 3, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
- Drinking water: unknown
- Lift service: unknown
- Night riding: unknown
- Pump track: unknown
- Restrooms: unknown
- Fat bike grooming: unknown
- E-bikes allowed: unknown
- Fee required: unknown
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The bike trailhead is different from the hiking trailhead entrance. Take I-75 to US 441 (exit 399) and drive Southeast for 2.8 miles (through the city of Alachua). Turn South (right) onto Progress Blvd and drive 0.7 miles to park entrance. Pay your $4 day use fee and follow the grade road on the right to the bike trailhead. Address: 13201 Progress Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615
System trails (8)
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Great Trail system. Plenty of distance and variety. Most of it is fairly easy but there are some sections to challenge you a bit on downhills. Trails are well marked and well traveled.
| ThankIts Florida, so its mostly flat, but nice 8 miler, to get legs warmed up. Not hard
| ThankNice trail
| ThankFirst part of the trail was nice,but after the midway point over grown. Then I found out why at about half a mile left and there was flooding. Had to turn back around. Other than that good ride.
| ThankGreat FL ride. Some elevation change but nothing crazy. More xc focused.
| ThankThe best trail at San Felasco. It flows well, though not as difficult as Conquistador, it is longer with better descents. 8 mile scenic trail that really shows what San Felasco is all about.
| ThankScenic trail in the very back of the San Felasco network. Nothing too technical, but worth riding with other trails in the back.
| ThankMellow trail with gradual elevation change. Can be fun with speed when heading back to main TH.
| ThankThis is the most challenging trail in the San Felasco system. Constant elevation change makes it a great trail. It is hard due to the steep climbs, but not too technical. This trail is not to be missed, and one of the best in the Gainesville area!
| ThankGreat trail to take novice riders on in the San Felasco system. It is around 4-5 miles that loops back to the trailhead. Little elevation change, but some roots to keep it interesting.
| ThankTough workout trail! Leg and lung burner for us older guys. Gradual climbs you don't realize you're on at first but the descents are the payoff
| ThankIf you plan on riding from start to finish you can't. Flooded out at end of loop near parking.
| ThankMost of the trails have been cleared after the recent storm
| ThankVery good intermediate trail system with plenty of grade for a good workout.
| ThankMiles and Miles of trails in north Florida. Well maintained, fast and fun.
| ThankExcellent leg burner. It'll test your endurance, and you'll probably love it.
| ThankAwesome trails that are well marked. Lots of hill climbing on some trails. Feels like you are in the mountains on tug nut. Beautiful scenery.
| ThankGreat trail to ride. not much Hike a bike at all, rode in December so in the Florida heat of July it may be different. also, it was very dry conditions. A little difficult to navigate but it is also a great place to get lost, there are utility line trails and double-tracks that can lead you back out quickly if plans change. I can highly recommend for all levels. Parking is 4 dollars at the entrance per car or 2 dollars if you arrive on bike or walk in.
| ThankA bit more challenging than some of the other sections, but nothing overwhelming. Climbs are lengthened out so they are not too steep. Likewise the DH portions are fun but no drops to be found. Great trail for a fit intermediate rider. Don't let the expert rating keep you off this section.
| ThankMy favorite trail in San Felasco
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