For a longer run incorporating Savannah’s two largest parks and some of the city’s most historic homes, the Forsyth-Daffin Duo is a great option. The ~6 mile tour starts at the northern end of Forsyth Park and heads 0.5 miles south through the park. Take historic Bull St., to Washington St. and take a left, heading ~1 mile to Daffin Park. There are some great homes along here.
Daffin Park is a 77-acre city park with a swimming pool, a walking trail, fountains, & many sports courts. The flat, sidewalked perimeter around the park is 2 miles. There is also 1.5 rubberized Jogging/Bicycle surface alongide the paved trail, with grassy soccer/rugby fields in the center. It’s 1/3 of a mile around the lake.
To return, use the same streets, or for variety, take Victory Dr., west, and then any south to north street, such as Drayton.
Add-Ons: Full perimeter tour of Forsyth Park is 1.2 miles. There are lovely residential streets just south of Forsyth Park. Or head north of Forsyth into the historic district squares.
For a longer run incorporating Savannah’s two largest parks and some of the city’s most historic homes, the Forsyth-Daffin Duo is a great option. The ~6 mile tour starts at the northern end of Forsyth Park and heads 0.5 miles south through the park. Take historic Bull St., to Washington St. and take a left, heading ~1 mile to Daffin Park. There are some great homes along here.
Daffin Park is a 77-acre city park with a swimming pool, a walking trail, fountains, & many sports courts. The flat, sidewalked perimeter around the park is 2 miles. There is also 1.5 rubberized Jogging/Bicycle surface alongide the paved trail, with grassy soccer/rugby fields in the center. It’s 1/3 of a mile around the lake.
To return, use the same streets, or for variety, take Victory Dr., west, and then any south to north street, such as Drayton.
Add-Ons: Full perimeter tour of Forsyth Park is 1.2 miles. There are lovely residential streets just south of Forsyth Park. Or head north of Forsyth into the historic district squares.
A 'runseeing' tour of Savannah's historic district. Run through its famous 22 squares, Forsyth Park, and take a jaunt down to the waterfront. Use our tour or create your own.
The signature park in Savannah’s historic district. Walking paths, a large fountain, live oaks & azaleas, and recreational facilities. There are about 1.5 miles of interior walking paths or a loop around the perimeter is 1.2 miles.
A run along the Savannah River waterfront, and then over the Talmadge Bridge. A great run is to do the run one-way, from the Marriott Hotel to the Westin, and take the ferry back.
A wonderful rail trail connecting the Fort Pulaski National Monument with Tybee Island. Run along the salt marshes with great views of Cockspur Island. The trail is 6+ miles one-way.
The best beach running in the Savannah area. Some 6 miles of beach, with reliably firm, packed sand. North and Mid Beach are the best sections for running.
Enjoy the 1.4 mile loop around Lake Mayer, and the new Truman Linear Park Trail. Can also 1.5 miles over to the former Wormsloe plantation for a jaunt along the famous wide avenue lined with gorgeous live oaks. Even more: Isle of Hope.
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For a longer run incorporating Savannah’s two largest parks and some of the city’s most historic homes, the Forsyth-Daffin Duo is a great option. The ~6 mile tour starts at the northern end of Forsyth Park and heads 0.5 miles south through the park. Take historic Bull St., to Washington St. and take a left, heading ~1 mile to Daffin Park. There are some great homes along here.
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