The trail roughly follows the underground path of the Santa Fe River. Starting at the park, you'll witness the very spot where the river plunges into the earth through a sinkhole. The trail then continues above the river's hidden journey for several miles.

Ryan O'Toole

August 15, 2025

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The suspension bridge and overlook to the river sink were nice. The 8 or so miles round trip to Sweetwater Lake was also nice. It is Florida so if hiking in the summer make sure you have plenty of water, sunscreen and bug spray.

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1. O’Leno & River Rise Preserve State Park loop via Sink to Rise Trail

23.5km

05:56

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2. O'Leno State Park. – River Rise loop from O'Leno State Park

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04:57

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Distance 1.17 km

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 0 m

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Location: Alachua County, Florida, United States

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