Split Rock Conservation Area Trail

Split Rock Conservation Area Trail is an easy, short hike in Florida's Split Rock Conservation Area, a city-managed land unit about 2 miles from the town of Gainesville. The trail is an out-and-back route of about 4.3 miles, with a total elevation gain of about 23 feet. The climb is gentle, with the steepest stretch at the start, where the grade reaches about 8 percent. The most comfortable months for a visit are typically spring and fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Gainesville show March highs around 77°F and October highs around 83°F, while summer highs climb to about 91°F. Bikes are allowed on the trail. The Main Trail lies just 0.2 miles away, and the John Mahon Nature Trail and Cofrin Nature Park Trail are both within about 2 miles. Climbers can find Memory Boulder about 1.2 miles off.