How many hiking trails are listed in Florida?

The directory currently includes 153 quality-checked routes in Florida, covering 3.3k km of mapped lines. These are routes with a traceable source, sufficient geometry and elevation data.

Which route ranks highest in Florida?

Florida National Scenic Trail - Central Region currently has the highest directory score in this set. Compare its distance, ascent and route type with Florida National Scenic Trail - Northern Region and Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region before choosing.

When should you hike in Florida?

Varies by region is the season stored for this place in the directory. It is not a live conditions report: consult the route source, land manager and local forecast before travelling.

Are there routes rated easy in Florida?

114 routes are rated easy by the directory’s distance-and-elevation model. The rating does not rule out rough surface, exposure or temporary hazards, so verify the individual route.

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Hiking trails in Florida

153 quality-checked hiking routes are currently mapped in Florida, United States. Together their route lines cover 3.3k km. The average route is 21.8 km with 9 m (30 ft) of recorded ascent.

153
Trails: 3.3k
Kilometres: 0
Parks: 81 m
Highest point

The directory difficulty mix is 114 easy (75%), 26 moderate (17%) and 13 hard or expert (8%). 42 routes (27%) are recorded as loops. Difficulty is calculated from available distance and elevation data; it is not a statement about technical terrain or current conditions.

The most frequent route tags are mountain (11), river (11), lake (6), alpine meadow (3). The highest recorded point in this set is 81 m (266 ft). The place-level planning field lists varies by region as the preferred season; check each route and official notices for live access and weather. Florida National Scenic Trail - Central Region, Florida National Scenic Trail - Northern Region, Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region currently lead this page’s directory ranking, which uses route completeness and computed route scores rather than editorial field testing.

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How do these routes differ?

A closer look at the first 6 routes in this page’s default ordering. These comparisons describe this sample, not the entire destination or a field-tested recommendation.

Shortest mapped distance in this sample

55.0 km

Eastern Continental Trail (South Florida roadwalk)

Compare the climbing too; shortest does not necessarily mean easiest.

Lowest recorded ascent in this sample

0 m

South Dade Greenway

6 of 6 have ascent data. Missing measurements are excluded.

Return logistics

0 recorded loops

Check start and finish for every option. An unknown shape does not mean a loop, and a loop does not establish access to its start.

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Comparison of the first 6 listed routes
Route	Distance	Ascent	Moving time	Shape
Florida National Scenic Trail - Northern Region	436 km	163 m	103 hr	Point to point
Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region	563 km	458 m	134 hr	Point to point
Florida National Scenic Trail - Central Region	806 km	171 m	192 hr	Point to point
Florida National Scenic Trail - Southern Region	491 km	19 m	116 hr	Point to point
South Dade Greenway	64.1 km	0 m	14 hr	Point to point
Eastern Continental Trail (South Florida roadwalk)	55.0 km	0 m	12 hr	Point to point

Distances follow stored route lines; ascent and time are estimates. Current access, surface and technical difficulty need separate checks. How to turn a comparison into a shortlist.