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Caloosahatchee Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 837 Google reviews · Running trail in Alva, Florida · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Caloosahatchee Regional Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Sprawling, nearly 770-acre park featuring trails for mountain biking & hiking plus campsites & more.
What runners say about Caloosahatchee Regional Park
“Clean bathroom and enough (cold water) outdoor showers, very friendly staff.”
“Caloosahatchee Park is absolutely stunning, with excellent amenities that comfortably accommodated our group of over 100 campers.”
“The campground is alive during the day and evening then like absolute magic all the kids were in tents and silent by 10pm for quiet hours.”
Went out today on a day off to enjoy the beautiful cooler weather in nature. Havent been to this park in a while and wasn't disappointed. Beautiful trails and gorgeous huge oak trees. Saw several squirrels, heard a cardinal and sat on a bench looking out over the river. What a gorgeous day to get out in nature.
This review is for the primitive campground at this Park. Great location private spots big enough for more than one tent all with fireplace and BBQ spot. Clean bathroom and enough (cold water) outdoor showers, very friendly staff.
What an amazing place for trails and camping!!!! We will be back for sure!!! We were in a last minute pinch and we're able to find a primitive campsite that was Amazing! Not only did we have privacy because not many people stay during the week, but it was So reasonably priced!
Wonderful and unique little camp ground. There are shower huts around the entire campground (without hot water) then a bathhouse at the front with 2 warm water showers. There are many short hiking trails surrounding the campground (about 3-4 miles). One goes along the river which is very beautiful.
Trail conditions & character
“Caloosahatchee Park is absolutely stunning, with excellent amenities that comfortably accommodated our group of over 100 campers.”
“Clean bathroom and enough (cold water) outdoor showers, very friendly staff.”
“Depending how far it's away from parking it takes a few walks/minutes to get everything there.”
“The campground is alive during the day and evening then like absolute magic all the kids were in tents and silent by 10pm for quiet hours.”
“one trail with boardwalk is blocked off, but the grassy trails are very wide and accessible.”
“one trail with boardwalk is blocked off, but the grassy trails are very wide and accessible.”
Plan your run at Caloosahatchee Regional Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteleegov.com
- Phone+1 239-533-7275
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7 pm |
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