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Florida Trail Association

Central Florida Chapter


Trail maintainers carrying lumber for a bridge building project.

Serving Orange, Seminole and Osceola Counties

The Central Florida Chapter of the Florida Trail Association was chartered in 1981 and is one of FTA’s largest chapters with more than 500 members. We maintain over 60 miles of the Florida National Scenic Trail, along with trails in Wekiwa Springs State Park, and Little Big Econ and Charles Bronson State Forests.

Our active members lead and participate in many hiking, biking, paddling, camping and trail maintenance activities.  Each Thanksgiving we have a group camping event at a state park or forest and each New Years we “retreat” to the Ocala National Forest for a fun-filled camp out and celebration. 

Next Chapter Meeting:

February 20th, 6:30 @ Leu Gardens

Jim Peterson with the St. Johns River Water Management District will be our guest speaker for February. 

He will be providing a presentation about restoration efforts at Lake Apopka, and the ecotourism opportunities in the area, including the network of trails that make the lake a destination for outdoor enthusiasts.


Nestled in the southeastern corner Orange County, a quaint loop trail ventures through primordial forests of the St. Johns River floodplain. Part of the Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area trail system, the Taylor Creek Loop was once a segment of the Florida National Scenic Trail.

 Over a dozen years ago, a large portion of the Florida Trail was moved off private land and rerouted along a notorious 30+ mile roadwalk. Rather than completely abandoning the scenic route at Taylor Creek, the orange blazes were painted white, and the trail was made into a loop.










Upcoming Trail Maintenance: 


We have finished our chapter's trail maintenance for the 2024-2025 season. Stay tuned for upcoming special projects, and an announcement for our 2025-2026 dates later this year!

2024-2025 Trail Maintenance Schedule

The Florida Trail Association develops, maintains, protects, and promotes a network of hiking trails throughout the state, including the unique Florida National Scenic Trail. 


Together with our partners we provide opportunities for the public to hike, engage in outdoor recreation, participate in environmental education, and contribute to meaningful volunteer work.