Backpacking Florida

The essential guide to Florida's

best overnight hiking trips



From the

coastal bluffs of the Panhandle to the wild Everglades, Backpacking Florida features

40 overnight trail adventures covering a total of 600 miles across the state.

Expert outdoorsman Johnny Molloy provides readers with the tools and

information they need to unplug and experience Florida's amazing variety of

ecosystems up close.



Destinations in this guide range

from well-known, "must-do" spots like Juniper Prairie Wilderness, Rice Creek Conservation

Area, and the Blackwater River State Forest to undiscovered gems like Jennings

State Forest, Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area, and Bonnet Pond. Trails are

categorized by region, difficulty, and length, from 3-mile family treks to

50-mile larger-than-life excursions, resulting in a useful guide for both

novice and experienced backpackers.

For every trail, Molloy

includes a map and mileage chart and explains how to get to the trailhead,

where the campsites are, and what hikers will see along the way. Readers will

also find helpful advice on topics such as selecting a campsite and food for

the trail. Backpacking Florida is an invaluable resource for planning

and enjoying the perfect Florida outdoor adventure.