Long-time Florida authors Sandra Friend and John Keatley have put in the miles to help you explore Florida. Now joined by Chris Stevens and his family in researching Florida’s trails, we’re constantly expanding this extensive database established in 2006. Dig in for inspiration to enjoy Florida’s outdoors! #FLORIDAHIKES
Celebrating our 20th Anniversary
Twenty Years of Florida Hikes A trip down Memory Lane as we celebrate our twentieth year online and run a month-long giveaway of our books in February 2026.
February 2026 Book Giveaway We are holding random drawings through February 28, 2026 to give away one of our books daily. Entering is easy: join one of our two mailing lists. Anyone who joins this month is eligible.New Explorations
CREW Flint Pen Strand Red Trail The westernmost of the loops at Flint Pen Strand, the 1.5 mile Red Trail is an easy introduction to the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed. 
Curry Creek Preserve East Amid expanding suburbia in Venice, this 71-acre island of botanical delights buffers wildflower-rich longleaf pine flatwoods along a mangrove-lined stream.
St. Marks NWR Deep Creek Trail Savor coastal pine flatwoods and outstanding scenic panoramas of the Big Bend from a remote corner of St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge on this 12 mile circuit.
Big Cypress South Loop Explore a grand mosaic of sawgrass prairies, cypress swamps, and pinelands on a 16.2 mile remote backcountry loop along the Florida Trail starting at Oasis Visitor Center.Featured Articles
Best Winter Hikes on State Lands Explore more of Florida in winter on these recommended hikes on our state lands, and discover more about Florida history during the America250FL celebration in 2026. 
Riding the East Coast Greenway to Stuart Scouting a piece of the East Coast Greenway on the Treasure Coast, John's on-the-ground wayfinding stopped him short of his intended goal. 
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