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Sandhill Chapter of the Florida Trail Association
Welcome to the Sandhill Chapter of the Florida Trail Association's Meetup page!
The Sandhill Chapter is a community of Florida Trail Association members in the following counties: Alachua, Marion, Levy, and Gilchrist. We have activity leaders that plan hikes, provide outdoor skills workshops, trail maintenance, and community events in our region.
To become a member of the Florida Trail Association, please visit https://floridatrail.org/
To read more about our chapter and visit our official social media accounts, please visit this link and scroll to Sandhill Chapter: https://floridatrail.org/our-chapters/
While most events are open to everyone, some events are only available to Florida Trail Association members. We encourage everyone to become members and support the nonprofit responsible for developing, maintaining, protecting, and promoting a network of hiking trails throughout the state.
Meetup is a way for us to advertise our events and strengthen our community.
If you have any questions, please message admins Leo Dugger or Ashley Kusel.
Happy hiking!
Upcoming events
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Hike Ross Prairie Trail Loop West
Ross Prairie Trailhead, 10660 SW Hwy 200, Dunnellon, FL, USName of Activity: Hike Ross Prairie Trail Loop West
Date: Friday, April 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM, Arrive by 8:45 to sign in
Location: Ross Prairie Trailhead 10660 SW State Rd 200, Dunnellon
Leader: Marsha JordanDescription: Join the Sandhill Chapter of the Florida Trail Association for a 3.2-mile hike, generally considered an easy route. This trail is in the Ross Prairie Section of the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway. We will hike across 200 then pick up the Florida Trail back across 200 to the blue connector into Ross Prairie Trailhead. Very nice shaded, forest hike.
Fees: None
General Information: Bring a hat, water, sunscreen, proper footwear, and snack if you like. Bug spray is always a good idea. Also have an emergency medical card (info) in your pack.
Bathrooms: Yes
Dogs allowed: Well behaved dogs on leash are welcome
RSVP via Meet-UpFlorida Trail Association (FTA) Inc. is a volunteer membership organization with the primary purpose of developing, maintaining, promoting, and protecting the Florida Trail. Join FTA, just $40 per year - https://florida-trail-association.givecloud.co/join
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