UNF Loftin Trails 2026 + Optional Coffee & Lunch

The Itinerary
Make new friends and get 2026 started on the right foot!

First, we'll walk the Loftin Nature Trails at UNF for about 90 minutes. We'll do one large outer loop first, followed by a smaller loop around the pond.

~-~Weather Advisory~-~
Persistent rain, high winds, or unseasonably cold temperatures will cancel this event. Please keep tabs on the weather.

Afterwards, we'll regroup at Starbucks or True Food Kitchen in St. John's Town Center for an optional coffee or bite to eat (about 8-10 minutes away by car).

1. True Food Kitchen - 5205 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246
2. Starbucks (Next to Maggiano's) - 4663 River City Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246

Bring athletic footwear or hiking shoes!

We'll walk at a leisurely pace to get some steps in for 2026!

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The Nickel Tour

The Robert Loftin Nature trails are among the most pleasant and natural settings in metropolitan Jacksonville. They're flat, accessible, and have boardwalks constructed over wet areas.

Ideal for hiking and running, the Loftin trails offer a respite from Jacksonville's busy roads, while conveniently located minutes away from I-295 and St. John's Town Center.

The Skinny

1. Location - 11884 UNF Dr. Bldg #54
2. Parking - Free on weekend days when there is no special event. Try to park near the Parking Services building. Alternatively, use one of the nearby lots and walk to the meetup (about 7-8 minutes away).
3. Bathrooms - Attached to the parking services building and usually open on Sunday. Please go before the event if possible!
4. Shoes - Bring hiking shoes or athletic footwear, the terrain can be uneven and muddy in some locations.
5. Bottled Water & First Aid - Will be available during the walk.
6. I'm running late - Please notify me as soon as possible via Meetup Comments, thank you.

The Notes

• Only RSVP if you plan to attend. We'll wait a few minutes for latecomers, but no-message/no-shows WILL NOT be appreciated.