The Existing Trails Database is a compilation of recreational trails data provided by federal, state, local and non-profit organizations throughout Florida. This website is used to assist in the creation, update, and maintenance of the Florida Existing Trails Database.

Help us update the statewide existing recreational trails database! We need your local trail data to create a comprehensive and current database of existing recreational trails.

Click here for instructions on uploading trails data.

Florida Trails Network Map Viewer:
Click here to view maps of Existing Trails, Prioritized Recreational Trail Opportunities, and Recreational Trails Program Projects.

Please note: The above link will open the Florida Trails Network Map Viewer in new window, which is best viewed in Internet Explorer. If you need help using the Map Viewer, please see: Tutorial for Viewing Existing Trails Data using the Map Viewer
Download the latest version of the Existing Trails shapefile and Trail Opportunities.

Important Trails Terminology

Before trails information is submitted, it is important to develop a common language of trails terminology to insure collection of the most current and consistent information.

  • EXISTING TRAIL: A trail (paved, unpaved, or water) for hiking, biking, equestrian, paddling, motorized, or multiple uses, that is open to the public. This does not include in-road bike lanes or sidewalks. *We are now collecting data on motorized trails.

  • EXISTING TRAILHEAD: A trail access point open to the public with a minimum of designated parking. A trail can have multiple trailheads.

  • TRAIL SEGMENT: An entire trail or portion thereof whose characteristics are consistent. For example, every segment will have the same surface for its entire length. Or every segment will have the same allowed trail uses for its entire length.