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Florida Trail Hikers

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This group is for fellow hikers who enjoy hiking the Florida Trail to share their experiences, expertise, and latest updates on trail conditions/closers. The group can also plan outings and schedule events. Come join us!

Website: http://www.floridatrail.org/
Location: Florida
Members: 41
Latest Activity: May 16

Panel of Experts

Here is a list of our Panel of Experts. This list is our group of experts that will not mind providing trail information or expertise about a particular section of the Florida Trail. An expert who is someone who has completed that particular section of trail and is willing to share experiences and offer advice.
They may also provide support in the form of Trail Angels, water/food caches, or rides to and from Trailheads. The specialty or service offered will be listed after the persons name.

Nole: If you would like to be listed as a section Expert/Support person. Please e-mail myself with your specialty and I will put you on this list.

Companion Guide: The Florida Trail: The Official Hiking Guide, author Sandra Friend

Segment 1: Loop Road to Oasis Ranger Station
Ata - Expert

Segment 2: Oasis Ranger Station to Alligator Alley
Ata - Expert

Segment 3: Alligator Alley to L-3 Canal
Ata - Expert

Segment 4: L-3 Canal to John Stretch Park

Segment 5: John Stretch Park to Okee-tantie RA (36 mile)
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 6: John Stretch Park to Okee-tantie RA (57 mile)
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 7: Okee-Tantie RA to Hickory Hammock TH
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 8: Hickory Hammock TH to Kicco WMA TH

Segment 9: Kicco WMA TH to Prairie Lakes WMA TH

Segment 10: Prairie Lakes WMA TH to Bull Creek WMA TH

Segment 11: Bull Creek WMA TH to Yates Road

Segment 12: Yates Road to Seminole Ranch TH

Segment 13: Seminole Ranch TH to Oviedo

Segment 14: Oviedo to Seminole State Forest S TH

Segment 15: Seminole State Forest S TH to Clearwater Lake TH
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 16: Clearwater Lake Trailhead to CR 314
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 17: Prairie Lakes WMA TH to Green Swamp East TH

Segment 18: Green Swamp East TH to Richloam Firetower
Ruth Rogg

Segment 19: Richloam Firetower to Townsend Park

Segment 20: Townsend Park to Pruitt TH

Segment 21: Pruitt TH to CR 314
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 22: CR 314 to Buckman Lock N
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 23: Buckman Lock to Holloway Road
Sandra Friend - Expert

Segment 24: Holloway Road to Gold Head Branch SP TH
Janie Hamilton - Expert

Segment 25: Gold Head Branch SP TH to Olustee TH
Janie Hamilton - Expert

Segment 26: Olustee TH to Deep Creek TH
Eric Medley - Expert
Janie Hamilton - Expert

Segment 27: Deep Creek TH to White Springs
Eric Medley - Expert
Janie Hamilton - Expert

Segment 28: White Springs to Gibson Park

Segment 29: Gibson Park to Mill Creek TH

Segment 30: Mill Creek TH to Goose Pasture Road

Segment 31: Goose Pasture Road to Greenhouse Road TH

Segment 32: Greenhouse Road TH to Bradwell Bay TH (FR 329)

Segment 33: Bradwell Bay TH (FR 329) to Porter Lake Campground

Segment 34: Porter Lake Campground to Camel Lake Campground

Segment 35: Camel Lake Campground to Scott Road TH

Segment 36: Scott Road TH to FL 20 TH

Segment 37: FL 20 TH to Sand Pond TH

Segment 38: Sand Pond TH to US 331 TH

Segment 39: US 331 TH to FL 85 TH

Segment 40: FL 85 TH to Eastbay TH

Segment 41: Eastbay TH to Fort Pickens

Segment 42: Harold to Alabama State Line

Specialty Hikes long distance hikes:

The Big "O"
Sandra Friend - Expert

Ocean-to-Lake Spur
David Hudson - Expert

Discussion Forum

FT Segment 19 - Silver Lake Loop (Florida Trail Connector Trail) 1 Reply

I hiked this 4 mile loop trail through Pine forests and Harwood hammocks down along the River along the shores of the Withlacoochee River into Cypress Swamps and through Floodplain forests. This…Continue

Tags: hiking, Withlacoochee State Forest, High Water Trail, Low Water Trail, Florida Trail

Started by Barbara Bowen. Last reply by Thomas Bos Jan 31.

FT Segment 19 - Croom River Hiking Trail

In August I hiked this scenic 7 mile linear section of the Florida Trail from Hog Island to River Junction in the Withlacoochee State Forest. Sumter County, Florida. This section of the Florida…Continue

Tags: Withlacoochee, State, Forest, hiking, River

Started by Barbara Bowen Oct 5, 2010.

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Hello, I was wondering about the feasibility of a hike from US98/CR700A (sometimes called CR724) near Basinger to Kissimmee Prairie Preserve. The hike would be along 700A. I checked the satellite…Continue

Started by Irek Sipowicz Sep 18, 2010.

Florida Trail Association Members 2 Replies

Is there any members of the FTA in this group? Is there anyone that belongs to the trail maintenance crew called F Troop?I am signed up for the boardwalk construction up in the panhandle next month…Continue

Started by Dawn Trail. Last reply by Dawn Trail Sep 14, 2010.

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Comment by Mike Umbarger on November 29, 2010 at 3:02pm: My boys (13 & 10) and I have started our Segment hike of the FT with a goal to complete the entire trail within 2-3 year and hopefully be the youngest ever to complete the entire trail. This is their 4th year backpacking with trips all over FL, GA, TN, & NC with experience along the FT as well as the AT.
I’m keeping a journal of their adventures on TrailJounals.com if you are interested in their progress. I’m also posting several photos & videos along the way of the various segments so future hikers can get an idea of the terrain and water sources.
Anyway, wish the boys (& I) luck along the way, they already have 24 miles down with another 40 coming up in the next couple of weeks. If you wish to follow them along you can find their journal at: www.trailjournals.com/Umbyone

Comment by Barbara Bowen on October 6, 2010 at 8:16am: I just added a discussion above for the 7 mile Croom River Hike. This hike is actually a piece of the Florida Trail thru hike if you are taking the Western Corridor. Bound by two nice campgrounds, Hog Island and River Junction, this hike can easily be enjoyed as an overnighter or a long day hike. Below is the slideshow.

Comment by Barbara Bowen on October 6, 2010 at 8:10am: Just added a discussion for the Silver Lake Loop Connector Trail. This 4 mile loop trail connects the Silver Lake Recreation Area with the Iron Bridge and Croom River Trail. It also provides access to the Croom A, B, and C loop trails that are maintained by the Florida Trail. Below is the slideshow.

Comment by Barbara Bowen on September 26, 2010 at 9:32pm: For those of you who are interested.....here is the link to the new Florida Trail Hikers Group in Florida Hikes. This group will be directly tied to Sandra's Florida Trail Handbook. Come on over and join the group!
http://www.floridahikes.com/groups/florida-trail/florida-trail-hikers

Comment by Barbara Bowen on September 26, 2010 at 3:38pm: Hello! I am setting this group up on Sandra's improved FloridaHIkes site. It is supposed to be more dynamic. Will keep everyone posted!

Comment by Barbara Bowen on September 9, 2010 at 1:11pm: @Mike&Krisi we look forward to your trail reports. I am sure they will be as entertaining as your blog posts.
@Laura..yes there is much to conquer. Jan will be fun!

Comment by Laura Kocuba on September 9, 2010 at 11:57am: Can't wait until January when I can get started!!! :)

Comment by Mike & Kristi Fox on September 9, 2010 at 11:26am: Hi Barbara...The most accessible segment for us is Gold Head and honestly, we've only tinkered with it for a few miles. The FT is intriguing and we'll definitely be seeing more of it, so, when time allows, we may be able to report on some of the 'open' stretches out toward the panhandle. (Didn't realize you were admin for this group...cool!)

Comment by Barbara Bowen on September 8, 2010 at 10:26pm: Great Mike, thanks for joining us. We are looking forward to hearing about thier adventures! I have a hold on putting my hikes from the Withlacoochee SF in here until Sandy finishes the new data base. This group is going to be set up little different due to the nature and size of the Trail.

Comment by Mike Umbarger on September 8, 2010 at 9:48pm: This is perfect, thanks Barbara for thinking of this. My boys (13 & 10) are going to start segement hiking the FT this Oct from North to South. We hope to complete the entire trail in about 2-3 years. This will be a great help in our planning.

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