I've heard the Florida Trail is great for naturist hiking. I've only been on one little section of it and the black mosquitos drove me away! Today I made another attempt. This time on the Gator Hook Trail in the Everglades south of 41. The bugs weren't nearly as bad and I had the trail all to myself. Really was a beautiful hike. I nearly got to the end of the trail when a thunderstorm blew in. So I turned and walked back slowly in the pouring rain. The rain was gorgeous and so refreshing. Too bad I had to go alone. This would have been a great hike experience for friends. Anybody wanna plan a hike?
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gabareAug 22, 2023i'm intrigued by these trails but florida seems to have turned in the nile river with all it's exotic critters ] crocs , gators , pythons , giant lizards lol , i've even heard of sharks in the glades. i grew up in south florida in the 60's - mid 70's i remember seeing one small gator while fishing in the glades and a couple rattlers . i'd be interested in hearing some of your encounters or others while hiking. here in georgia i've done a lot of off grid hiking and most i've seen were squirrels and a few deer .
ReactReply - BEBenjaminOriginal PosterAug 22, 2023
Wild tales of deadly encounters with swamp monsters are certainly sensational but not realistic. Most encounters gone wrong are caused by people doing stupid stuff, like posing for a selfie with a buffalo in Yellowstone.
ReactReply - MEMemberOct 25, 2025
in Kissimmee always looking for hike/camping locations in FL.
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JimJan 5, 2026Ben, saw your post. I am interested in finding nude hiking spots in Florida (or anywhere). Id love to go on a hike with you. When in Florida I am in Cocoa area. Jim
ReactReply - JIJimJan 5, 2026
Ben, saw your post. I am interested in finding nude hiking spots in Florida (or anywhere). Id love to go on a hike with you. When in Florida I am in Cocoa area. Jim
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