Graham Swamp Maintenance

Ongoing maintenance efforts along the Graham Swamp Trail have revealed additional areas in need of repair and improvement, prompting an expansion of the project scope. Crews are addressing structural concerns, trail surface conditions, and other safety-related upgrades to ensure the long-term reliability of the trail.


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Ongoing maintenance efforts along the Graham Swamp Trail have revealed additional areas in need of repair and improvement, prompting an expansion of the project scope. Crews are addressing structural concerns, trail surface conditions, and other safety-related upgrades to ensure the long-term reliability of the trail. As a result, the reopening date has been extended indefinitely to allow time for these improvements to be completed properly. This decision reflects the City’s commitment to prioritizing the safety of residents and visitors while delivering a higher-quality trail experience once work is finished.

March 2026

Following the February announcement of significant safety concerns along the Graham Swamp Trail, continued maintenance efforts have revealed additional areas in need of repair. What began as targeted improvements has evolved into a more comprehensive rehabilitation project, addressing structural wear to boardwalks, bridges, and trail surfaces caused by years of exposure to wetland conditions.

To ensure all identified issues are properly resolved, the trail will remain closed indefinitely while crews complete the expanded scope of work. This decision prioritizes the safety of residents and visitors while supporting a long-term solution that reduces the need for repeated closures. Updates will be provided as progress continues.

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February 2026

After undergoing repairs earlier this year, the Graham Swamp trail is slated to be closed again after surveying cited several compromised areas along the trail – leading to the decision to initiate a major renovation to ensure visitor safety.

Built on wetlands, the Graham Swamp trail has been a long-time community staple for walkers, runners, and bicyclists alike. But wear and tear over the years and prolonged exposure to wet conditions year-round have taken their toll on much of the wooden boardwalk and bridges along the trail.

“Unfortunately, due to the prolonged exposure to the elements, we have decided that, for the safety of visitors to Graham Swamp, it is imperative that we fix the issues we are seeing along the entire trail system at Graham Swamp,” said City of Palm Coast Architect Eric Gebo. “Safety always takes precedent at any of our facilities, and we appreciate the patience of our visitors as we work to restore Graham Swamp to the level of structural integrity it needs to be to ensure safety for everyone.”

The next step will include a structural assessment along the entirety of the elevated boardwalk and associated bridges. Once the scope of the repairs is determined, the city will devise a solution on how to proceed.