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Peace River Preserve
3.4 ★★★☆☆ 29 Google reviews · Running trail in Punta Gorda, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Peace River Preserve'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.
What runners say about Peace River Preserve
Great little treasure at the end of Sandhill in Deep Creek. Peaceful trails are well maintained. You can walk or run depending on you preference. While living in SW Florida is always a getaway, this gets you even a little further.
Great park one of the best in Charlotte county in my opinion, it's just hard to find because the gps doesn't take you to it. To get there you have to go to the end of Seasons dr where it connects with Sandhill blvd. 27.01749° N, 82.
Hidden neighborhood gem! A bit rough drive down the dirt road to the entrance of the park. It’s a great place to walk, but wouldn’t recommend jogging/running as the path is filled with ruts/ holes and could easily sprain an ankle…It’s a very peaceful walk through the trails and easy to navigate after checking out the…
Trail conditions & character
“00709° W There is a small little dirt trail that almost looks as if you aren't supposed to drive on it, but you can.”
Plan your run at Peace River Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitecharlottecountyfl.gov
- Phone+1 941-613-3220
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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