Florida

Looking for the best hiking in Florida? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Florida. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Hiking Spots in and near Florida

  • Crystal River, Florida

    Three Sisters Springs

    5.0
    1.28 mi / 36 ft gain
    Three Sisters Springs is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Crystal River, Florida.
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  • Fernandina Beach, Florida

    Fort Clinch

    4.0
    1.64 mi / 46 ft gain
    This fort was one of the last large brick forts finished in the 1800s. The fort was first established in 1847 and was almost complete when the Confederate army took control of the fort in 1860 but by 1862 it was back under Union control. The fort was then finished but left mostly empty. It was no...
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  • Canal Point, Florida

    Florida Trail: Ocean to Lake

    60.56 mi / 1716 ft gain
    Florida Trail: Ocean to Lake is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Canal Point, Florida.
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  • Sarasota, Florida

    Deep Hole Trail

    4.4 mi / 0 ft gain
    Tucked in the Myakka Wilderness, along the Myakka River, is Deep Hole. After hiking through expansive Florida dry prairie and hammocks of ancient trees draped with spanish moss, you come to a large sinkhole, 200 ft across and 130 ft deep. During the dry season it is home to hundreds of american a...
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  • Niceville, Florida

    Rocky Bayou Campground

    1.32 mi / 112 ft gain
    Rocky Bayou Campground is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Niceville, Florida.
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  • Pensacola, Florida

    Bayou Marcus Birding Trail

    3.5
    2.88 mi / 56 ft gain
    The Bayou Marcus Birding Trail offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience Northwest Florida’s wetland ecosystems up close. This elevated boardwalk trail provides scenic views and abundant wildlife-watching opportunities, making it a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Trail Overview ...
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  • Pensacola, Florida

    Sand Pine Loop and Big Lagoon Observation Tower

    5.0
    5.67 mi / 148 ft gain
    Located within Big Lagoon State Park, the Sand Pine Loop and Big Lagoon Observation Tower offer visitors an immersive experience of Florida’s diverse coastal ecosystems. This combination of trail and observation point provides scenic views, wildlife sightings, and a tranquil environment for out...
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  • Gulf Breeze, Florida

    Naval Live Oaks Trail

    4.0
    3.27 mi / 98 ft gain
    The Naval Live Oaks Area, part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore near Gulf Breeze, Florida, offers visitors over 7.5 miles of scenic hiking trails through diverse coastal landscapes include the Naval Live Oaks Trail. Hours of Operation: • Park Hours: Open daily from 8:00 AM to sunset...
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  • Sanford, Florida

    Black Bear Wilderness Area Trail

    5.0
    7.13 mi / 121 ft gain
    Black Bear Wilderness Area Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Sanford, Florida.
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  • Bradenton Beach, Florida

    Leffis Key

    0.81 mi / 49 ft gain
    Leffis Key is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Bradenton Beach, Florida.
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  • Big Pine Key, Florida

    Calusa Beach

    0.42 mi / 23 ft gain
    Calusa Beach: Bahia Honda's Iconic Bridge View Paradise Calusa Beach is the most photographed beach in Bahia Honda State Park, offering stunning views of the historic Old Bahia Honda Railroad Bridge against impossibly turquoise Florida Bay waters. This small, narrow beach on the northwest side o...
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  • West Palm Beach, Florida

    Okeeheelee Park North Loop

    5.0
    5.23 mi / 151 ft gain
    Okeeheelee Park North Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near West Palm Beach, Florida.
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  • Milton, Florida

    Chain of Lakes Trail

    5.0
    1.4 mi / 85 ft gain
    Chain of Lakes Trail in Blackwater River State Park is a relatively easy 1.4-mile loop trail that takes less than a half hour to hike around. The trail starts just southeast of the Deaton Bridge at the trailhead in the parking lot. There may be birders or people fishing along the trail, but if yo...
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  • St. Petersburg, Florida

    Sawgrass Lake Park Trail

    5.0
    1.88 mi / 105 ft gain
    Sawgrass Lake Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near St. Petersburg, Florida.
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  • Lecanto, Florida

    Dames Caves and Lizzie Heart Sink Loop Trail

    4.5
    4.02 mi / 344 ft gain
    The Dames Caves and Lizzie Heart Sink Loop Trail in Lecanto, Florida is a moderate difficulty hiking trail that spans approximately 4.02 miles. The trail is known for its unique geological features, including a series of caves and sinkholes that are scattered along the route. The most notable of ...
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  • Winter Park, Florida

    Lake Baldwin Loop

    5.0
    2.37 mi / 98 ft gain
    Lake Baldwin Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Winter Park, Florida.
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