Rail-Trails Florida: The definitive guide to the state’s top multiuse trails

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Explore the best rail-trails―52 trails and more than 856 miles―with the official guide

Looking for a level trail where you can enjoy a brisk fitness walk, bike ride, or stroll with the family? All across the country, unused railroad corridors have been converted to public multiuse trails. Here, the experts from Rails-to-Trails Conservancy present the best of these rail-trails in Florida

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail runs 29 miles through Central Florida’s expansive Green Swamp, home to some of the state’s most impressive wildlife. For a real adventure, try the 106.5-mile Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail, which stretches from Key Largo to Key West. Or for visitors who really want to unplug, visit Sanibel Island, a beautiful sanctuary with 24 paved miles that take you to beaches, a wildlife refuge and rehabilitation center, a historical lighthouse and village, a renowned seashell museum, and more.

In this book, you’ll find:

Detailed maps for every rail-trail, plus driving directions to trailheadsIcons indicating the activities each trail can accommodateSuccinct descriptions written by rail-trail experts“You can now throw away all your self-help books on fighting depression, losing weight, toning muscles, finding something to do with your kids, and learning American history. Just use this guide, find a great trail―and enjoy!”
―Peter Harnik, Director, Center for City Park Excellence, Trust for Public Land

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wilderness Press (May 10, 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0899978193
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0899978192
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.25 x 8 inches