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Tanglewylde Nature Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 36 Google reviews · Running trail in Palatka, Florida · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Tanglewylde Nature Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Park featuring a floating dock on the river, plus picnic tables.
What runners say about Tanglewylde Nature Park
“A small and picturesque park.”
“Quiet park with a floating dock, could use some upkeep.”
Cool little place tucked away on West River Rd. They have paved trails, a floating dock, kayak soft launch, a covered picnic table and ample parking.
Nice relaxing view walking paths lots of bugs in restrooms be careful Some low hanging branches on paths care when parking low hanging branches
Trail conditions & character
“Nice relaxing view walking paths lots of bugs in restrooms be careful Some low hanging branches on paths care when parking low hanging branches”
“Nice relaxing view walking paths lots of bugs in restrooms be careful Some low hanging branches on paths care when parking low hanging branches”
“Quiet park with a floating dock, could use some upkeep.”
Plan your run at Tanglewylde Nature Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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