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Stokes Landing Conservation Area
4.3 ★★★★☆ 76 Google reviews · Running trail in St. Augustine, Florida · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Stokes Landing Conservation Area'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 Stokes Landing Conservation Area
“If you are north of town looking for a good place to get into some beautiful nature and a little solitude, this is it.”
“White trail is well marked.”
Nice, short hiking trail! Observation tower and picnic pavilion along the trail that both look out over the marsh/ river. Loops are 1.4 miles and 0.7 miles. Lots of mosquitoes. Mostly shaded path. We managed to get a stroller down the 1.4 mi path, though it was very bumpy! NOTE - there is minimal signage.
Despite most of the trail being covered in mud and water, the walk to the tower was worth it.
I've been meaning to come here for awhile and glad I finally did. After reading the reviews mentioning ticks and yellow flies, I sprayed myself head to toe with deet 3 times and didn't have any issues.
Great site for hikes. Mosquitos can get intense in hot months. There are always ticks, so check/bathe your animals and check yourself after visiting. There is an abundance of wildlife, and the platform overlooking the tide pools and intracoastal waterway is very neat. Binoculars are a great item to bring along.
Trail conditions & character
“There is an abundance of wildlife, and the platform overlooking the tide pools and intracoastal waterway is very neat.”
“I was surprised at the muddy parts as it hasn't rained in awhile and almost lost my footing once.”
Plan your run at Stokes Landing Conservation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- Websitesjrwmd.com
- Phone(386) 643-1159
Running trails near St. Augustine
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
