Are dogs allowed on Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail?

No, Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail?

Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail is rated easy. It is 29.0 miles long with 692 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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EasyPoint to Point

Florida

Gen. James A. Van Fleet State Trail

Polk City, Florida

29.0 mi

Distance

692 ft

Elev. Gain

9h 42m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

A paved trail through the Green Swamp and other areas. The trail goes through the Green Swamp, the center of Florida's most canoed rivers. There are good wildlife viewing opportunities between Green Pond Road and Bay Lake Road.

From Wikipedia

General James A. Van Fleet State Trail is a rail trail in Florida, named after General James A. Van Fleet, who was a distinguished combat commander in both World Wars and the Korean War.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:28 ft

Max:51 ft

211 ft

227 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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