Florida Hikes

Hike Bike Paddle Camp Florida with authors Sandra Friend and John Keatley as your guides

Waves breaking between large rocks

Atlantic Ocean

Outdoor activities in public lands fronting the Atlantic Ocean on the east coast of Florida.

Ormond Beach

Known as the Birthplace of Speed, Ormond Beach has preserved vast estuaries and ancient forests between its barrier island and coast along the Tomoka and Halifax Rivers.

Palm Beach

This seaside tropical enclave offers some pleasant niches where you can immerse yourself in nature.

Peters Point Park

Fernandina Beach   0.3 miles

At the south end of Fernandina Beach, a park with a small swath of Atlantic Ocean beachfront includes a trailhead for the East Coast Greenway.

Playalinda Beach

At the south end of Canaveral National Seashore, Playalinda Beach is a popular destination for beachgoers along the Space Coast thanks to its natural beaches and views of Kennedy Space Center.

Ponce Preserve

Ponce Inlet   1.6 miles

Just south of Daytona Beach, Ponce Preserve protects a cross-section of barrier island habitats, with nearly 2 miles of trails connecting the beach and the Halifax River

Round Island Oceanfront Park

Vero Beach   0.5 miles

Learn the story of one of Florida's more important roles during World War II along a wave-strummed shoreline halfway between Vero Beach and Fort Pierce Inlet.

Sailing Fort Lauderdale

For a relaxing cruise along Fort Lauderdale Beach and a chance to snorkel offshore, take a trip on the Spirit of Lauderdale to gawk at Millionaire's Row and sail on the Atlantic

Sebastian

On the Indian River Lagoon, Sebastian is home to the nation's first National Wildlife Refuge, Pelican Island, and an array of natural lands to paddle and wander.

Sebastian Inlet State Park

One of few places where the Indian River Lagoon mingles with the Atlantic Ocean, Sebastian Inlet is the central feature of a state park protecting the tips of both barrier islands.

Silver Palm Trail

Florida Keys   0.6 miles

CURRENTLY CLOSED. Along the Silver Palm Trail at Bahia Honda State Park, you'll meander through the largest grove of silver palms (Coccothrinax argentata) in the United States

Smyrna Dunes Park

New Smyrna Beach   2.4 miles

At Smyrna Dunes Park, this 2.4-mile hike scenic coastal hike is largely along an accessible boardwalk, with side trips off to the sea and inlet via more rugged approaches.

St. Augustine

Recreation around St. Augustine, Florida's oldest city, concentrates on coastal habitats, both on the barrier islands and the estuaries that stretch many miles inland.