Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail
~5 days · 69.2 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail is known for
Crosses south Florida from Hobe Sound Beach on the Atlantic to Lake Okeechobee at Port Mayaca, 61 miles through Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Loxahatchee Slough, Corbett WMA, and the DuPuis Reserve. The mosaic of ecosystems shifts almost every mile — coastal dunes, pine flatwoods, cypress swamp, wet prairie — and wading is common in the wet season. Point-to-point, typically 3-6 days.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 10 ft to 75 ft over 69.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 0.0 mi · 0%
- Downhill 0.0 mi · 0%
- Flat 69.0 mi · 100%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 69.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail?
The Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail climbs roughly 33 ft total — about 0 ft per mile, topping out near 33 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — 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.