Hiking in Orlando, FL

The Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park is located in Sanford Florida and includes two sections of different trails all of which take you just outside of the Seminole State Forest.

Wekiwa Springs State Park includes four trails for hikers and two multi-use trails. The length of each trail varies from 5.3 miles to 13.5 miles and gives you plenty of options for your next hike.

The Chuluota Wilderness Area offers 2 loops, the East Loop (2.7 miles) and West Loop (2.6 miles) as well as a short section of the Florida Trail.

Lake Louisa State Park is located in Clermont, Florida. With 23 miles of trails roaming around several lakes and even rolling along some hills, it is the perfect place for a day hike.

One of the few state parks in Florida that you must take a ferry or boat to, Hontoon offers some of the best day hiking available in the sunshine state. Located about an hour north of Orlando this area provides hikers a remote area to relax and enjoy a shaded 3.3-mile hike through Florida’s rich landscape and history.

Rock Run Springs Reserve is a 14,000 acre stretch of land located in Sorrento, Florida and has over 17 miles of trails for you to explore.

Hal Scott Preserve is a 9,300 acre section of land near Avalon Park in Orlando Florida. With 3 hiking loops available it is a great local spot for a day hike.

Seminole State Forest includes an 8 mile stretch of the Florida Trail and 2 additional loop trails. All of the trails take you through interesting and diverse ecosystems and over water crossings and foot bridges.

Hiking, swimming, camping and tubing are all available at this family friendly recreation area.

The Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area is a rural area of 30,000 acres located off of Colonial drive. The area includes a 11.3 mile section of the Florida Trail and 22 miles of other trails.