A 96-mile loop route around Madison County, Florida. Starts and stops in beautiful downtown Madison, Florida.
Many biking groups visit Madison County every year, and have done so for over 25 years to ride the "Loop."
Bring your group to cycle the Loop in one or multiple days. Segment your itinerary with shortcuts which cross less dense areas in beautiful and varied landscapes. Always help turtles cross the road and keep your eyes open for the unique qualities of this area. Enjoy the Madison County Loop! A copy of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce route map can be downloaded here: naturalnorthflorida.com/download-center . Click on "Madison County Loop - 100 Mile Bike Route Map."
The Loop is located on existing Madison County roads where automobiles and bicyclists share the road. Although posted with signs notifying drivers that the roads are also used as a bicycle route, much of the Loop has narrow or no shoulders.
Begin the Loop in downtown Madison at the Four Freedoms Park traveling south to SR 14, over I-10 and down to CR 360 to Sirnans. Head north on US 221 to the scenic railroad town of Greenville where you can rest at Hayes Park.
Continue east on U.S. 90 to CR 150, where you will experience moderate hills and a few "toughies." Travel north to the Cherry Lake Crossroads where you can rest, refuel and ,if you're full of energy, circle the 600-acre Cherry Lake which is surrounded by beautiful homes and cabins. On the north side of the lake is a 4-H camp and a county park for rest and relaxation.
Return to the Loop at CR 150 and travel to SR 145 for a short ride to Pinetta and enjoy the small town atmosphere. Continue on CR 150 to CR 255 to the next stop, the "Little but Proud" Town of Lee. Stop by city hall to picnic and then savor this quint town before setting your RPMs at a comfortable pace to ride the next 11 miles of flat roads bordered by trees, farms and blue sky.
When you reach SR 53, you will head north on the last stretch, passing under I-10 for the fourth time. It is only seven miles back to Four Freedoms Park which will complete your ride. For more information call the Madison County Chamber of Commerce at 877.272.3642 or visit its Facebook page, facebook.com/Four-Freedoms-Trail-and-100-Mile-Loop-Madison-County-Florida-10916709116961 .