Seminole Wekiva Trail

For a leisurely hike that will take you and your pupper to Seminole County's various parks and urban areas, hit the Seminole Wekiva Trail! Stretching 14 miles from Altamonte Springs to the Wekiva River, it is one of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of central Florida with your four-legged friend. Built on what was once the longest railroad in the United States, this trail follows the route of the former Orange Belt Railway and provides a safer, more peaceful option for traveling around the county.

The Seminole Wekiva Trail has four official trailheads, allowing you to customize the length of your hike. If you wish to start at the beginning of the route, head to the southern terminus where you will find the San Sebastian Trailhead. Aside from parking, this trailhead offers picnic tables and a water fountain, so you can have a quick snack and refill your water bottles before setting off. There are no restrooms here, but you can take a bathroom break at the next trailhead, the Seminole County Softball Complex, which is a couple of miles away.

From the San Sebastian Trailhead, you and your doggo will be following the trail north, crossing a wooden bridge and strolling through thick forest and quiet residential neighborhoods. At the midpoint, the trail begins to weave among office buildings and shopping centers, and then leads back into tranquil wooded areas for the last 4 miles. Most of the trail is shaded, so you and Fido can still enjoy it on hot days.

Designated as one of the county's Showcase Trails, Seminole Wekiva is a pawpular route that accommodates many different users, including bikers, inline skaters, and wheelchair travelers. Practice good trail petiquette by keeping your pooch on a leash at all times and cleaning up after them; trash receptacles are available at intervals along the way. When it comes to exploring scenic Seminole County with your pup, you can't go wrong with this trail!