Florida Hikes

Long-time Florida authors Sandra Friend and John Keatley have put in the miles to help you explore Florida. Now joined by Chris and Chelsey Stevens 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

Sandra Friend and John Keatley at Alafia River State Park during a research trip, splitting our data collection by hiking and biking separately, — Sandra Friend and John Keatley

A man and a woman in a palm hammock with a young child between them — Chris and Chelsey Stevens

Celebrating our 20th Anniversary

Montage of website screenshots from FloridaHikes.com from the last 20 years

Twenty Years of Florida Hikes A trip down Memory Lane as we celebrate our twentieth year online.

Chris and Sandra with their new Hikers Guide to the Sunshine State

Hiker’s Guide to the Sunshine State Now available: a new and improved version of an all-time classic covering the entire state.

New Explorations

LEAFS Preserve South South of the Lake Alto Canal, a mile loop introduces well-managed uplands of restored longleaf pine flatwoods in the South Tract of LEAFS Preserve.

Paved bike path surrounded by pines and grassy slope

Lehigh Trail A dedicated corridor insulates most of the 6.7 mile linear route of the paved Lehigh Trail within the surrounding expanse of Palm Coast, allowing up to a 13.4 mile trip.

Pinecraft Park Along the east side of Phillippi Creek within the historic Amish enclave of Pinecraft in Sarasota, Pinecraft Park blends nature and recreation.

Dense understory beneath pines along footpath

Lakewood Regional Park Inside a bustling recreational park at the north edge of St. Lucie County, a forested belt beyond the ballfields invites exploration on paths both broad and narrow.

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Discover more trails and activities with Sandra and John sharing nearly 30 years of worldwide adventures at TrailsandTravel.com.