Etoniah Creek Lake Blossom Trail
Palatka 0.7 milesRare endangered Etoniah rosemary bushes grow atop sandy ridges that descend to this 0.7 mile loop around a deep prairie pond.
Exploring the St. Johns at Bluffton
The Bluffton Nature Trail at Lake George State Forest near Volusia, west of Barberville along SR 40, provides a glimpse into an ancient past along the St. Johns River.
Faye and Dutch Trail
Ebro 6.0 milesLooping six miles through Florida’s oldest state forest, the Faye and Dutch Trail can be tackled as a day hike or a short backpacking trip.
Finding Pitcher plants in Santa Rosa County
In mid-April, the pitcher plants of Santa Rosa County are at their peak of bloom. During the 2013 Panhandle Trace Hike, we went in search of them and here's what we found.
Five Star Trails Gainesville & Ocala has launched
Announcing the arrival of Five Star Hikes Gainesville and Ocala, our newest title from Menasha Ridge Press.
Flagler Trail South
Chuluota 5.0 milesFollowing a historic railroad route, the southern portion of the Flagler Trail provides a sometimes rugged, sometimes gentle offroad ride between Chuluota and Geneva.
Florida Trail, Bronson State Forest
Christmas 12.2 milesThreading together ancient riverfront hammocks with uplands, the Florida Trail traverse of Bronson State Forest provides an immersion in botanical beauty.
Florida Trail, Chuluota Wilderness to Joshua Creek
Chuluota 3.9 miles3.9 miles. Enjoy natural beauty and botanical diversity along a scenic segment of the Florida Trail connecting Chuluota Wilderness and Bronson State Forest.
Florida Trail, Croom Hiking Trail
Brooksville 9.8 miles9.8 miles. Traversing rolling landscapes of the Brooksville Ridge, the Croom section of the Florida Trail provides miles of panoramic views within a large area of sandhill habitat.
Florida Trail, Croom River Trail
Brooksville 6.3 milesA pleasant ramble on bluffs above the Withlacoochee River, the Croom River Trail segment of the Florida Trail tunnels through oak hammocks and slips around cypress swamps along its 6.3-mile journey.
Florida Trail, Etoniah West
Palatka 3.5 milesOn this 3.5-mile segment of the Florida Trail in Etoniah State Forest, you'll encounter the rare Etonia rosemary and a number of sinkholes in the pine forests and scrub
Florida Trail, Green Swamp West to Richloam
Green Swamp West 14.7 milesWeaving across rolling sandhills and along the tannic waters of the Withlacoochee River, the River Road to Richloam Loop section is an exceptionally scenic destination along the western corridor of the Florida Trail.