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The Naples Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 318 Google reviews · Running trail in Naples, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- 2.5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from The Naples 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.
Known for gopher tortoises, this environmental reserve has a wooden walkway for human visitors.
What runners say about The Naples Preserve
“It is wheelchair accessible, very clean everyone enjoyed it and they have picnic tables, nice sitting area and plenty of shaded spots.”
“The tiki hut area they have is gorgeous as well, looks newly renovated or just in great condition, and a nice spot to sit and enjoy outdoors (even with cars whizzing by).”
The Preserve is located about 8 minutes North of Downtown Naples; about a 2.5 mile drive; next to the Naples Zoo. The boardwalk is an easy 0.4 mile walk through the oak scrubs and pine flatwoods. This is great for kids and it is stroller friendly. You'll spot gopher turtles and different plants/trees.
Lovey place to visit. It’s a free activity . The lady in the info center was nice and friendly. They long wooden board walk. With lots of wooden benches to sit . Nice activity if u have young children. Spend about 30mins at this place
Nice little gem in the middle of the city. Really enjoyed the short walk in nature. There were cute educational boards along the trail, mainly talking about tortoise. Luckily We did see one at the end of the trail. It was crawling towards us, then went back and hide in a burrow. Super cute.
This trail is perfect for people that can't do longer trails. It is wheelchair accessible, very clean everyone enjoyed it and they have picnic tables, nice sitting area and plenty of shaded spots. would definitely recommend and the best part is that is completely free.
Trail conditions & character
“Take a short, relaxing walk along the boardwalk, stop at the various lookout points, and enjoy wildlife such as gopher tortoises.”
“The tiki hut area they have is gorgeous as well, looks newly renovated or just in great condition, and a nice spot to sit and enjoy outdoors (even with cars whizzing by).”
“Parking and entrance are FREE and there is a beautifully kept Eco Center to get more information.”
“It is wheelchair accessible, very clean everyone enjoyed it and they have picnic tables, nice sitting area and plenty of shaded spots.”
“It's not crowded, and there is a lot of nature to see in one little area.”
Plan your run at The Naples Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- Distance2.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- 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.
- Websitenaplesgov.com
- Phone+1 239-261-4290
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–5 pm |
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