Hike to Devil's Millhopper

Gainesville, Florida

3.3/5

based on 4 reviews

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0.9 miles

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A lush hike to a water-rimmed sinkhole.

Follow the paved path starting at the interpretive center. At the T-junction turn right, heading into the forest. In a half mile a bridge will deliver you over a ravine, before a set of stairs take you down to Devil's Millhopper. Take in your view of the sinkhole before heading back up the stairs. At the top of the steps, turn left to finish the loop back to the center.

Anticipate mosquitoes in this area.

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Hike to Devil's Millhopper Reviews

Elizabeth Walker

Hike to Devil's Millhopper

09/04/19

Very cool to learn about, lots of interesting details. Not much wildlife because it’s pretty urban, but a nice little hideaway!

4.0

Brandyn Murray

Hike to Devil's Millhopper

10/05/16

Literally just a hole in the ground in the middle of an urban-ish area. Really weird and unexpected but cool experience all the same.

3.0

KC K

Hike to Devil's Millhopper

06/03/16

Nothing too exciting unless you really like boardwalks that lead to a partially flooded sinkhole.

2.0

Becca Flagg

Hike to Devil's Millhopper

03/07/16

Over 200 steps to climb. Mini accomplishment.

4.0

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