The Fern Trail

The Fern Trail is a 3.3 lollipop trail inside of Governor’s Park, which is less than a mile from the heart of Tallahassee, FL. The main trail head has a huge green space great for running and playing. The trail itself is shaded and runs along a creek and through wooded spaces. This trail is best for carrying or hiking due to having to cross the railroad tracks. Parts of it are narrow as well. If you can pick your stroller up over the tracks and choose to do an out and back along the creek, you could take a jogger-style stroller. The Fern Trail connects to Goose Pond Trail in Tom Brown Park and Goose Pond Trail off of Mahan. It also can connect to Kohl’s Trail.

Cell Receptions

Excellent

ADA Accessible

Open Season

Fall,Spring,Summer,Winter

Stroller Friendly

Terrain Type

Dirt

Water Fountain

Bathrooms

Pet Friendly

Yes

Fee

$0.00

Nearby convenience store

Yes

Camping Nearby

Emergency support within 5 miles

Yes

Trail Length/Type

3.30 mi., Lollipop

Helpful Trail Information

Creek / River, Natural Play Area, Shaded Hike, and Viewpoint Trail Map: https://talgov.com/Uploads/Public/Documents/parks/pdf/ferntrail.pdf

Parking Details

The trail can be accessed by heading south on Blairstone Road between Mahan and Park. Turn right before the small overpass, and at the bottom of the turn-off there is a dirt parking lot in front of the railroad tracks. To the right there is access to a trail westbound, and to the left there is the green space and the trail head to The Fern Trail.

Relevant Trail Links

https://talgov.com/Uploads/Public/Documents/parks/pdf/ferntrail.pdf