Florida Hikes

Hike Bike Paddle Camp Florida with authors Sandra Friend and John Keatley as your guides

Apalachee Savannas pitcher plants

Sumatra

Florida’s botanical hot spot is Sumatra, a tiny community deep within the Apalachicola National Forest with carnivorous plant bogs nearby.

Apalachee Savannas Scenic Byway

In the Apalachicola National Forest, the Apalachee Savannas Scenic Byway is a winding stretch of scenic road through expansive wet flatwoods and open pine savannas

Fort Gadsden

Sumatra   0.9 miles

At Fort Gadsden Historic Site, a gentle walk in the Apalachicola National Forest leads through the well-interpreted historic site and a pine forest where wildflowers thrive.

Wright Lake Trail

Sumatra   4.6 miles

At Wright Lake Recreation Area near Sumatra, a day hiking loop along the western edge of the Apalachicola National Forest features an unusual bridge and numerous pitcher plant bogs.