Jackson Red Ground Trail

The Jackson Red Ground Trail is located in Milton, Florida, one of the most beautiful and hiked trails in the state. It sits amidst about one hundred and ninety thousand acres of enchanting forests and rolling, beautiful hills, attracting thousands of visitors annually.

The trail is most famous as the trail that retraces early trade routes used by settlers and native peoples. It covers about twenty one and a half miles from start to finish, though it is completely unpaved. Marked with orange, the trail is easy to find, connecting to three other trails enroute. Inf act, it is one of the most recommended trails for hiking and historical adventures in most local hiking guide books, crossing three counties and connecting to major cities. The trail can be reached from the I-90 by going eastward along the Red Rock Road, beginning as a road crossing and heading north. Its southern section leaves the road crossing, heading away from the town.

The Jackson Red Ground Trail is part of a major, protected forest area. Its lush undergrowth and vast line of trees keep visitors cool during the long, hot summers. However, visitors should register themselves with the local forest ranger and have a set itinery with times and the direction that they will be taking in case of emergencies. Visitors should also take precautions as the trail runs through very wild areas and running across wild animals is always a risk.