Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River
~7 days · 63.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River is known for
Section 21 of Florida National Scenic Trail is an official 114.3 km point-to-point section from Downtown White Springs to Winquepin (OSM/Nominatim place match 'Winquepin Cemetery', Madison County, FL — no Trailheads_Public point; not an FTA-sourced trailhead).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 141 ft to 335 ft over 63.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 0.8 mi · 1%
- Downhill 0.0 mi · 0%
- Flat 60.1 mi · 99%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River scores 11/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River take?
Most backpackers hike the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River in about 7 days (6 nights out) over its 63.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River?
The Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 21: Suwannee River climbs roughly 915 ft total — about 14 ft per mile, topping out near 135 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.