Near Granville Athletic Park (GAP) Outer Loop
The trail to the soccer field is straightforward. Watch out for fire ants!
Near Granville Athletic Park (GAP) Outer Loop
The beginning of the Nature Trail is marked by this sign.
Near Granville Athletic Park (GAP) Outer Loop
Enjoy the park at twilight to see pleasant views of an old family cemetery and soccer fields.
Near Granville Athletic Park (GAP) Outer Loop
An informative kiosk and map are located at the main building.

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Granville Athletic Park (GAP) Outer Loop

4.0 (1 Rating)
Also known as the Jonesland Nature Preserve, this park has paved trails, baseball, and soccer fields.
1.3
mi
Distance
31
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekSpring
Access Issues
Open dawn to dusk, no motorized vehicles or weapons. Open 7 days a week, year round.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.31mi
Distance
31ft
Elevation Gain
31ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
495ft
High Point
465ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Granville Athletic Park was doanted by a local family, and is also called the Jonesland Nature Preserve. When open, the park is a great place for hiking, having a picnic, playing soccer, or baseball. This outer loop can be connected with a variety of short, paved connectors to make different loops around the park.

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Contributors
Kevin Rumsey