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Mill Creek Nature Preserve

Mill Creek Nature Preserve

1,230-acre preserve with 5 miles of unpaved trails. Property is unique for its mix of southernmost extent of Appalachian hardwood forest, small waterfall and pine flatwoods. American Beech trees can be observed here in their southernmost extent.

Trails:
Shortcut Trail – Utilizing the shortcut trail removes one half mile from West Trail/Hammock Trail, and still allows the walker to experience many of the same natural communities.

West Trail/Hammock Trail - Rating-Moderate. This 3.0 mile trail takes the walker through many of the preserve habitats, including pineland, and hammock. The Hammock portion of the trail crosses tributaries of Townsend Branch and in this section you can see American beech trees and many other species.; Allow several hours. Unmarked Service Roads and Firebreaks— You are welcome to walk on service roads and firebreaks. Please note: roads and firebreaks have no directional signs.

Marsh Trail – Rating: Easy. This 0.6 mile trail features views of pine plantation that will be restored to pine flatwoods and a seasonally flooded grassy marsh. Allow 30 minutes for a relaxed walk.

Old Providence Trail - Rating: Easy to Moderate. Along this 1.4 mile trail you walk along a portion of Old Providence Road/Fort Call Road, an historic road that early residents of the county used. You will see Townsend Branch Creek, pinelands, swamp and hardwood forests with American beech trees. The trail narrows to a single track as you approach the creek.; Allow 1 hour at a relaxed pace.

No picnic or restroom facilities.
Address
14505 NW County Rd 236
City
Alachua
State
FL
Zip Code
32615
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