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Get outside. Find your good day.
Playgrounds, recreation spaces, and nearby forest trails offer several ways to enjoy Alachua at your own pace.
Information checked October 30, 2026. Follow the original sources for changes.
Start at Legacy Park
Image: City of Alachua.
Recreation information: 386-462-0145
The city lists an inclusive playground, multipurpose sports facilities, an outdoor amphitheater, disc golf, and a nature trail at the complex.
Choose a short walk or explore the recreation programs. Follow the city’s facility information for availability and access details.
San Felasco: choose your trailhead
San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park offers forest walks and off-road cycling. The north trailhead at 13201 San Felasco Parkway, Alachua serves biking, equestrian, and hiking routes.
The south trailhead at 11101 Millhopper Road, Gainesville is for hiking trails. The two entrances serve different experiences, so check the map first.
Florida State Parks · visitor information ↗Official trail maps ↗
Plan your park visit
Florida State Parks lists San Felasco’s hours as 8 a.m. to sunset year-round. Listed entry fees are $4 per vehicle and $2 for pedestrians or bicyclists; verify current fees and alerts on the official park page.
Download the appropriate trail map before arriving. The state’s map page offers separate hiking, biking, and equestrian maps.
More local nature routes
The City of Alachua’s nature-trail guide describes the San Felasco Conservation Corridor and the separate Legacy Trail within Legacy Park.
Use the city’s guide to distinguish these local routes from the state park trail system.
Make it a neighborhood day
Pair a walk with a downtown market or a visit to a local business. For organized recreation, use the city’s activity listings.