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
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Green PLACE Hiking Spree Celebrating Orange County’s initiative to protect environmentally sensitive lands, the inaugural Green PLACE Hiking Spree encourages you to hike their trails.
Hiker’s Guide to the Sunshine State Now available: a new and improved version of an all-time classic covering the entire state.Our Recent Explorations
Hal Scott Red Trail Traversing savannas and flatwoods with an open ranchland feel, the 6.2 mile Red Trail circles the north part of Hal Scott Preserve.
Oscar Scherer Green Trail At the southern edge of Oscar Scherer State Park, this sandy loop meanders across scrubby flatwoods and along the shaded banks of South Creek. 
Sandhill Preserve Surrounded by farmland and expanding housing developments, a climax sandhill habitat northwest of Apopka provides a wooded haven for wildlife.
Baseline Trails Amid natural and restored habitats on the Cross Florida Greenway, a chain of paved loops enables cyclists and casual walkers to enjoy the outdoors.
We are proud members and supporters of the above organizations.
Discover more trails and activities with Sandra and John sharing nearly 30 years of worldwide adventures at TrailsandTravel.com.