Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 22: Apalachicola East
~5 days · 49.7 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 22: Apalachicola East is known for
Section 22 of Florida National Scenic Trail is an official 78.5 km point-to-point section from Wakulla Beach Rd Trailhead to Porter Lake Campground TH.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 43 ft to 236 ft over 49.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 1.2 mi · 2%
- Downhill 2.5 mi · 5%
- Flat 45.4 mi · 93%
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 22: Apalachicola East?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 22: Apalachicola East scores 8/100, 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 22: Apalachicola East take?
Most backpackers hike the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 22: Apalachicola East in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 49.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 22: Apalachicola East?
The Florida National Scenic Trail — Section 22: Apalachicola East climbs roughly 512 ft total — about 10 ft per mile, topping out near 79 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.