Walking and biking trails in West Palm Beach: the Clear Lake Trail, Grassy Waters' boardwalk and 16-mile Owahee Trail, and the SWA Greenway, with hours.
Last checked Oct. 10, 2026. Distances, surfaces and hours come from the City of West Palm Beach Grassy Waters Preserve trail pages, its Clear Lake Trail page and the Solid Waste Authority. Updated when a trail closes or changes hours.
West Palm Beach’s longest trails are out west in Grassy Waters Preserve, the city’s 23-square-mile wetland and water supply, with five trails, from a 1-mile boardwalk to 16 miles of rideable service road. Closer in, the Clear Lake Trail runs along the lake between Palm Beach Lakes and Okeechobee boulevards. All the Grassy Waters trails are free; none allow pets.
Who to call
- Grassy Waters Preserve: city preserve pages
- City parks: Parks and Recreation, 561-804-4900
- SWA Greenway: Solid Waste Authority, 561-697-2700
At a glance
| Trail | Distance | Surface | Uses | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Boardwalk | 1 mile round trip | Wooden boardwalk | Walking; wheelchair and stroller accessible | 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. |
| Hog Hammock Trail | 4 miles round trip (1- and 2-mile loops and a 1-mile spur) | Crushed shell rock, some boardwalk | Hiking, biking | 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| Eagle Trail | 0.7-mile loop | Rugged dirt, limestone and roots | Hiking, fishing at Gator Lake | 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| Apoxee Trail | About 2.5 miles, with a paved 0.5-mile loop | Dirt with roots; floods in the rainy season | Hiking only | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Owahee Trail | 16 miles | Berm service road, sugar sand to shell rock | Hiking, biking | 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Clear Lake Trail | 5,300 feet, plus a 700-foot boardwalk | 8-foot-wide paved multiuse path | Walking, biking | Not posted |
Grassy Waters trailheads
| Entrance | Address | Trails |
|---|---|---|
| Main entrance and Nature Center | 8264 Northlake Blvd. | Cypress Boardwalk |
| Watershed Management entrance | 8537 Northlake Blvd. | Hog Hammock, Eagle Trail, Gator Lake |
| Apoxee entrance | 3125 N. Jog Road, west side, about a mile north of Okeechobee Boulevard | Apoxee, Owahee |
| SWA Palmetto Trailhead | Dead end of 45th Street near Jog Road | Owahee |
- Hog Hammock has restrooms and water fountains at the parking area and shelters along the trail.
- Eagle Trail leads to a fishing pier and a shoreline launch for canoes and kayaks on Gator Lake, the only place in the preserve where fishing and paddling are allowed.
- Owahee has no restrooms, drinking water or shelters. Bring water; the city posts closure maps for sections under maintenance, so check before a long ride.
- Apoxee has a portable toilet at the lot and no drinking water.
Preserve rules, from the city’s Visit Responsibly page: no pets, no swimming or wading, no feeding wildlife and no collecting plants or animals.
Clear Lake Trail
The city opened the Clear Lake Trail in late August 2024: an 8-foot-wide multiuse trail along the western edge of Clear Lake with a 700-foot boardwalk to Okeechobee Boulevard, giving walkers and cyclists a continuous route from Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard to Okeechobee Boulevard.
SWA Greenway Trail System
The Solid Waste Authority’s Greenway Trail System is at 7501 N. Jog Road, open sunrise to sunset seven days a week. Trails can close for bad weather or high winds, and the Rookery Trail closes Feb. 1 to Sept. 30 for nesting season.
In town
- Dreher Park, 5701 Dreher Trail South, and Bill Moss Hillcrest Paseo, 3401 Parker Ave., both have walking and biking trails, the city’s parks listing says.
- More parks are on our parks and trails guide.
What this means for you
- On a bike: Hog Hammock for a short loop, Owahee for distance.
- With a stroller or wheelchair: the Cypress Boardwalk.
- Summer rains flood Apoxee; pick the boardwalk or shell-rock trails after a storm.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail in West Palm Beach?
The Owahee Trail in Grassy Waters Preserve has 16 miles of trail on a berm service road, open to hikers and bikers from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. There are no restrooms or drinking water.
Can you bike at Grassy Waters Preserve?
Yes, on the Owahee Trail and the 4-mile Hog Hammock Trail, which the city lists for hiking and biking. The Apoxee Trail is for hiking only.
How long is the Clear Lake Trail?
It is a 5,300-foot, 8-foot-wide multiuse trail along the west edge of Clear Lake, with a 700-foot boardwalk, linking Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard and Okeechobee Boulevard.
Are dogs allowed on Grassy Waters trails?
No. The city says no pets of any kind are allowed in the preserve; service animals are allowed.
Where is the SWA Greenway Trail?
The Solid Waste Authority’s Greenway Trail System is at 7501 N. Jog Road and is open sunrise to sunset every day. Its Rookery Trail closes Feb. 1 to Sept. 30 for nesting season.
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