With our sunny skies and active lifestyles, Florida’s residents and visitors enjoy exploring our many miles of trails. Trail safety is important, particularly where trails and roadways cross. We all need to do our part to protect one another and prevent crashes. Whether as a motorist or trail user, we have a shared responsibility to:

Look and Listen Obey Signs and Markings Take Control of Our Own Safety

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), Division of Recreation and Parks, have joined together to put the spotlight on this important topic by developing this Trail Safety Video.

Feel free to share or download the video, along with the extra information found below...and remember to Always Put Safety First.

For even more information on trail safety, please visit our Assistance and Resources section.

Do you enjoy hiking, biking, paddling or horseback riding? The Office of Greenways and Trails (OGT), within the Division of Recreation & Parks, provides statewide leadership and coordination to establish, expand and promote non-motorized trails that make up the Florida Greenways and Trails System, pursuant to the Florida Greenways and Trails Act (Ch. 260, Florida Statutes). More can be found in the Office Overview and Historical Timeline.

Outdoor Florida features recreational opportunities across Florida's local, state and federal lands. Download the free Outdoor Florida App.

"Florida's Growing Trail System" article in the March/April, 2019 issue of Quality Cities Magazine, provides an overview of Florida's trail system and Trail Town program.

To be included in OGT's online calendar or Connections newsletter, send announcements and articles to OfficeofGreenwaysandTrails@floridadep.gov.

Peruse the Online Trail Guide page for more trail links.