Last Updated on August 12, 2022
It’s easier than ever to find your way to the best outdoor adventure trails in Florida. There is a new digital hub dedicated to biking, hiking, and paddling in the Sunshine State. Our friends at Visit Florida now have all options available in one convenient location.
Outdoor Adventure Trails in Florida
While many often dream of Florida’s sandy beaches, the Sunshine State is more than just salty-aired relaxation. Adventure trails await in all directions with forests, marshlands, and waterways that stretch across the state.
Biking Trails in Florida for Cyclists
The hub offers guidance for finding biking trails, beach biking opportunities, mountain biking, and paths in state parks. Alafia River State Park, for example, offers some of the best mountain biking in the state.
Leisure riders will want to cruise along the paved paths of Jacksonville Beach or South Beach/Miami with a bike rented from a local shop. The portal demystifies the process by letting users filter their wants and needs, whether it’s in town or off-road.
Trails in Florida For hikers
The maps show the best trails and beach walks for all levels. Enjoy Florida’s beaches in a different way on one of these beach hikes. Test yourself on the famed Big “O” Hike around Lake Okeechobee, an intense 109-mile trek.
A total of 175 state parks dot the state, making it easy to find a stretch of green space to hike through. The portal helps break them down by location and category.
The Florida Trail is one of only 11 National Scenic Trails in the United States, accessible all year without any threat of snow or cold. Diverse flora and fauna await those who trek through the state’s seemingly endless network of food trails. You can find birdwatching and scenic views at every turn.
Outdoor Adventure Trails in Florida for Water Lovers
It’s easy to find the best places to kayak, paddleboard or even skim the water under the stars. There are 190 miles of the Great Calusa Blueway kayak trail joining a total of 750 miles of paddling trails statewide.
The hub lets you find the best waterways to suit your specific needs as you plan your next trip. Try paddleboarding on Sanibel Island, kayaking in St. Petersburg, or mingling with manatees on Crystal River.
There are even horse-riding trails, accessible with Choyce Horseback Trail Riding. The adventures are all there for visitors to choose from.
Other destinations need to convince travelers to try their outdoor experiences, but Florida has travelers begging for it. Ideal weather year-round and varied topographies permit all sorts of adventure on foot, on two wheels, or on the water. Florida’s trails are pathways to exercise, nature, wildlife, and, above all, discovery.
Check out Visit Florida’s digital hub on Visit Florida.
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