Hike Devil's Millhopper State Park

Date: Friday, 10/23/2026.
Location: Devil’s Millhopper Geological SP: 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL. (352 955-2008)
Admission fee: ($4.00 per vehicle, up to 8. $2.00 per pedestrian/bicyclists). OR use your current FL State
Park Pass.
Time: 4:00-6:00 PM. Admission fee ($4.00 per vehicle, up to 8. $2.00 per pedestrian/bicyclists). OR use
your current FL State Park Pass.
Leader: Maria Fiedler

Description: “This National natural Landmark (in 1976) has attracted curious visitors since 1880s. In the
midst of North Florida sandy terrain and pine forests, a bowl-shaped cavity 120 feet deep leads down to
a miniature rain forest…”. “…perfect place to escape the lights and noise of the city and experience
nature!”.

Directions: Devil’s Millhopper SP: Head north on NW 43 rd St and at stop light, turn left onto NW 53 rd Ave,
Millhopper Road, to park entrance less than ½ mile on the right.
General Information: Dress to comfort and bring water/snack per preference. We will walk around the
upper perimeter trail~1 mile then down to the 120-foot-deep sink hole, 132 steps and back up. We will
repeat the steps for those who choose to participate while others may walk the perimeter in reverse
direction few more time(s) or choose to leave after notifying their intent to Maria. We can convene at the
exhibit kiosk and read about this unique geological site before an or after the walk.

Bathrooms: Yes.
Dogs allowed: Not for our hike.
Restricted to 25 FTA current members. Join online at membership@floridatrail.org
RSVP To: Maria Fiedler, text @ 352 278 0309

National Scenic Trail, “Florida Trail” is 1 of 11 national trails ”officially recognized in 1983 by US Act of
Congress with USDA Forest Service as administrator”.
FTA, Florida Trail Association, Inc. is a volunteer membership organization with primary purpose
to develop, maintain , promote and protect the Florida Trail.