About 8 miles south of Savannah, this is an opportunity to run around a park, a lake, and a plantation. The centerpiece of the run is the 1.4 mile loop around Lake Mayer. In addition to the paved path, there is a nice dirt/grass section along the entire loop just to the outside of the pavement. Also neighboring this lake are tennis courts, a sailing center, volleyball and basketball courts, plus much more.
Lake Mayer. Source: Fleet Feet Savannah
NEW: It’s now possible to continue for another 3 miles north on the Truman Linear Park Trail. Connect to it using Sallie Mood Dr. & Eisenhower Dr. to the paved path that runs alongside Eisenhower Pkwy. to E Derenne Ave. It’s not very scenic, but it’s a good way to clock some extra miles.
A nice add-on is to run over to the Wormsloe Historic Site (formerly called Wormsloe Plantation). The tabby ruins of Wormsloe are the oldest standing structure in Savannah. There are some nature trails around the estate, but the running highlight is a breathtaking mile-long avenue sheltered by live oaks and Spanish moss. NOTE: Admission fee required, and, regrettably, cars are permitted along the dirt road, so it can be dusty.
It’s about 1.5 miles from Lake Mayer to Wormsloe, using E. Montgomery Cross Rd. and Skidaway Rd. Montgomery has a nice carriage road for running, separated from traffic. Skidaway has no sidewalk, so use caution. Once at Wormsloe, add another 1-2 miles to enjoy the “Oak Avenue”. So this is a 6-7 mile round-trip run.
About 8 miles south of Savannah, this is an opportunity to run around a park, a lake, and a plantation. The centerpiece of the run is the 1.4 mile loop around Lake Mayer. In addition to the paved path, there is a nice dirt/grass section along the entire loop just to the outside of the pavement. Also neighboring this lake are tennis courts, a sailing center, volleyball and basketball courts, plus much more.
Lake Mayer. Source: Fleet Feet Savannah
NEW: It’s now possible to continue for another 3 miles north on the Truman Linear Park Trail. Connect to it using Sallie Mood Dr. & Eisenhower Dr. to the paved path that runs alongside Eisenhower Pkwy. to E Derenne Ave. It’s not very scenic, but it’s a good way to clock some extra miles.
A nice add-on is to run over to the Wormsloe Historic Site (formerly called Wormsloe Plantation). The tabby ruins of Wormsloe are the oldest standing structure in Savannah. There are some nature trails around the estate, but the running highlight is a breathtaking mile-long avenue sheltered by live oaks and Spanish moss. NOTE: Admission fee required, and, regrettably, cars are permitted along the dirt road, so it can be dusty.
It’s about 1.5 miles from Lake Mayer to Wormsloe, using E. Montgomery Cross Rd. and Skidaway Rd. Montgomery has a nice carriage road for running, separated from traffic. Skidaway has no sidewalk, so use caution. Once at Wormsloe, add another 1-2 miles to enjoy the “Oak Avenue”. So this is a 6-7 mile round-trip run.
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Lake Mayer loop is 1.4 miles. Truman trail adds 3 miles (one-way) Options to extend to Isle of Hope or trails at Wormsloe
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.
The 'Forsyth-Daffin Duo is a run through Savannah's two signature parks, with Bull St. and Washington St. as the connectors. It's about 1 mile between the parks. Daffin Park has a 1.5 rubberized running trail.
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.
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Lake Mayer loop is 1.4 miles. Truman trail adds 3 miles (one-way) Options to extend to Isle of Hope or trails at Wormsloe
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