Bike Nature Coast State Trail:Fanning Springs to Suwanee River w/picnic&swim

Location: Fanning Springs Trailhead start location: 17441 NW Old Fanning Road, Fanning Springs FL 32693, Please refer to the Bicycling trail etiquette details on the Florida State Parks, Nature Coast State Trail website. www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/nature-coast-state-trail Highlight is the Trestle bridge over Suwanee River.
Time: Sign in-11am. Ride at 11:15am E Bikes welcome. Check email for weather related changes/updates.
Description: This will be a ~ 18-20-mile bicycle ride on the paved flat trail. The ride speed will be 9-13 mph average. HELMET is required to be worn during this ride. Rest stop at Suwanee River Trestle bridge location..
Return to cars and drive to Fanning Springs State Park (18020 NW US 19 Fanning Springs FL)for a picnic and swimming.
Park entrance fee: $6/vehicle up to 8 people, $4 for single occupant vehicle or use your state park pass.
Directions: Please use trailhead location-address given above.
General Information: HYDRATE before the ride. Bring water and snacks per preference. Sunscreen is a good idea. HELMET is required.
Bathrooms: No at Trailhead, yes in SP.
Other amenities: Ride a well maintained multipurpose trail to a cool trestle bridge over the Suwannee.
Dogs allowed: NO
Restricted to: FTA Members over 18 yrs. of age- 20 Seasoned, strong bicycle riders. Be able to ride 18-20 miles at average speed of 9-13 mph on the trail. Bicycles should be in good rideable condition. I recommend that you have your bicycle checked out at a local bicycle shop if you have not ridden your bike within the past week or so. Tire pressure, chain lube, brakes, etc. need attention for safety and riding performance.
Attending the picnic/ swim part of the trip?
Members must have strong, proficient swimming skills if swimming in the 70’s degree spring waters. Bring personal snorkel, mask and fins as desired. Swimsuit, towels, change of clothing and chair/blanket and most important your PICNIC of choice, if attending Fanning Springs SP.

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