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Old River Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Running trail in Milton, Florida · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Old River Trail'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.

Open 24hScenicDog-friendly

Hiking spot offering kid-friendly paths and nature appreciation, plus the option for dogs.

What runners say about Old River Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (43 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“Wish there was a little more water view but beautiful place”

Love this little trail. ❤️ Great swimming spots along the trail too. Cool fruits and flowers to also find.

★★★★★ — Rachael , Oct 2022

Awesome quick easy walking path. Perfect for walking the dogs or just getting in some time with nature.

★★★★★ — Kirsten , Mar 2022

Beautiful hike along Blackwater River. There are benches and this trail is dog friendly.

★★★★★ — Michelle , Mar 2024

I absolutely love this trail! It isn't very long, but the views are amazing. You can see the Bayou on on side of the trail and the river on the other. There is a little spot off the trail that has a secluded little beach. I recommend checking this trail out of you haven't before!

★★★★★ — Justin , Aug 2022

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 43 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“Wish there was a little more water view but beautiful place”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 6 mentions

“Perfect for walking the dogs or just getting in some time with nature.”

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Plan your run at Old River Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitenwfwater.com
  • Phone(800) 913-1518
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Old River Trail

Old River Trail, Milton, FL 32583

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.