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Newnans Lake – Downtown Connector Rail Trail loop from Gainesville

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Newnans Lake – Downtown Connector Rail Trail loop from Gainesville

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Newnans Lake – Downtown Connector Rail Trail loop from Gainesville

01:25

36.1km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 29.7 km for 59 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

8.23 km

Downtown Gainesville Historic District

Highlight • Historical Site

Known for its preservation of historic buildings and its natural surroundings, Gainesville's numerous parks, museums and lakes provide entertainment to thousands of visitors.

Tip by

2

20.9 km

Newnans Lake

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful Newnans Lake is situated on the eastern side of Gainesville. The lake is a considerable 6,609 acres in size and is a stunning shallow basin lake. Though you cannot …

Tip by

3

28.3 km

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is a 16.5 mile that runs from Gainesville to Hawthorne. It is fully paved and although there is a hill or two, it is not too challenging a trail.

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4

29.7 km

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park – La Chua Trail

Highlight • Trail

Designated as a U.S. National Natural Landmark, this state park is truly a natural wonder. As you explore the park you won't be surprised to see alligators and a dizzying …

Tip by

5

31.4 km

Downtown Connector Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Downtown Connector Rail Trail runs from downtown Gainesville to the Ganesville-Hawthorne State Trail. Together the two trail make a fully paved pathway between the two cities that allows cyclists …

Tip by

6

35.4 km

SW 5th Avenue Basin

Highlight • Lake

A paved path circles around this small body of water. It's situated between the campus and downtown and is a great place to be around sunset.

Tip by

B

36.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.7 km

10.0 km

5.88 km

815 m

661 m

Surfaces

34.6 km

1.32 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 27 October

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The UV-index reading is high for much of your activity. Don’t forget sunscreen and consider bringing sunglasses.

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