Backpacking Florida

Johnny Molloy

• Publisher: University Press of Florida
• Year: 2023
• Print ISBN: 9780813080062
• eBook ISBN: 9780813072791
• Edition: 1
• Subtopic: Travel

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. 

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• List of Sidebars
• Introduction
• How to Use This Guidebook
• Backpacker Checklist
• Backpack Summary Chart
• Best Florida Backpacking Trips by Category
• Panhandle
• North Florida
• Central Florida
• South Florida
• Acknowledgments
• About the Author