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Florida Trail

USA · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 58/100

At a glance

CountriesUSA
ContinentNorth America
RegionFlorida
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length2400 km
Typical duration75 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude105 m
Best seasonOct-Apr
StartBig Cypress National Preserve, FL
EndFort Pickens, Gulf Islands National Seashore, FL
Permit / guideNo permit (some section permits and hunting-season rules)
Special gearbug protection; water treatment

Score

58/100
Scenery
16/35
Fame
13/25
Uniqueness
14/20
Logistics
15/20

Unique subtropical ecosystems (swamps, palmetto prairies); roadwalks and water management reduce appeal

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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