TRAILS

Here we are going to list a few trails that are close to the shop or places we like to ride.  Keep checking back often as I will update this page as we find more places to ride.

Paved / Urban Trails

• The Pinellas Trail - In 1990, the first five-mile section of the Pinellas Trail opened, connecting Taylor Park in Largo to Seminole Park in Seminole.  The trail is now 40+ miles and stretches from downtown St. Petersburg to Tarpon Springs.  The entire length of the trail is paved and is enjoyed by over 90,000 people every month.  Come on into the shop and we'll show you how to get to some interesting places along the trail.  We also have Trail Maps availble, free of charge.
• Clearwater East-West Trail - Here is a map of this 10 mile trail.  It features many county parks and even has a few hills and some shade.
• Lake Seminole Park - Located just a short distance from the  bike shop, Lake Seminole offers a 3 mile paved trail that winds through the park adjacent to the lake.  There are plenty of facilities including boat ramp, shelter & grills, playgounds, restrooms and plenty of parking.  The muti-purpose trail is mostly shaded by the tree canopy.
• Boca Ceiga Millenium Park - Located along side the intracoastal waterway, this park doesn't feature a bike trail but it's a nice place to visit that is just off the trail.  Get there by exiting the Pinellas Trail at Seminole City Park onto Old Oakhurst Road.  Ride your bike down the hill for about 1/2 mile and the park is on your left.  Bring a lock for your bike and a camera for your memories and enjoy the boardwalk and watchtower along the waterside.
• The Withlacoochee State Trail - 46 miles of paved trail makes its way south from Citrus Springs to Trilby.  You'll have to drive to Brooksville to Owensboro Junction Trailhead just off Route 301 to begin your journey.  Like the Pinellas Trail, the terrain is generally flat offering an easy ride for all skill levels.
• Walsingham Park. One of the county’s newest parks, was named after the Walsingham Reservoir, which is located on the park property.  This park offers a 6 mile paved multi-use trail which can be accessed by the Pinellas Trail via a short ride down the sidewalk either on the south (102 Ave) or north (Walsingham Rd) side of the park.

Off-Road Mountain Bike Trails

• Alafia River State Park - This is one of the best mountain bike parks in the state.  Opened to the public in 1998, this 6,000 acre, former phosphate mine offers mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, camping, bird watching, canoeing and more.  Maintained by the Swamp Club, the trails are well marked and something for everyone to ride.  Bring plenty of water, and a few tools to fix a flat or it could be a long walk back to the parking lot. 
• Balm-Boyette Scrub Preserve - Almost 5,000 acres of land with lots of hiking and biking.  New mountain bike trails have been added in 2009 by the hard working volunteers of Swampclub.  Bring lots of water and a few tools for trail-side repairs as you may get pretty deep into the woods here.  There is a port-a-potty at the trailhead/parking lot but other than that, you're on your own.  Look for the radio transmission towers to keep from getting lost.
  

Get a free Recreation Guide from the Southwest Florida Water Management District.

• SWFWMD has made a wonderful book available to all residents living in the District's 16 county area.  The 152 page book includes detailed descriptions and maps of over 50 properties owned by the District.  Inside you'll find hundreds of miles of bicycle paths both paved and unpaved.  To get your free copy of the Recreation Guide, simply go online to www.WaterMatters.org/recreation or call (800) 423-1476.