Gainesville, FL

Sweetwater Wetlands Park & La Chua Trails

Creative Commons: Flatwoods 36

Just south of downtown, there’s some scenic running around Sweetwater Wetlands Park, a 125-acre man-made wetland habitat. There’s a 3.5 mile trail, combination crushed gravel and boardwalk, with nice water and open grassland views. Running is permitted, but be discrete, as this is a popular walking and birding area.

Longer Run: The Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail is at the eastern end of the park, with additional La Chua trails. Access from the Sweetwater Preserve E Trail. If you head north on the Hawthorne Trail, it’s 1.5 miles to Depot Park.

Essentials
  • 3.5 mile main trail. Add on with Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail
  • Flat
  • Parking area
  • Parking off Southeast Williston Road

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Essentials
  • 3.5 mile main trail. Add on with Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail
  • Flat
  • Parking area
  • Parking off Southeast Williston Road