Description: This layer is a line shapefile that includes existing recreational trails located in the State of Florida. An existing recreational trail is defined as a paved or unpaved trail for hiking, biking, equestrian, multiple use, paddling, or motorized use (ATV, OHM, ROV) that is open to the public. This does not include in-road bike lanes or sidewalks. This layer is compiled from local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
Description: The Florida Greenways and Trails System (FGTS) Priority Corridors are the focused vision for trails in the state of Florida and rank higher for implementation than the Opportunity Trail Corridors. Land Trail Priority Corridors are selected from the Land Trail Opportunity map and must also support conservation of the Florida Ecological Greenway Network's six levels of priorities.
Description: The Florida Greenways and Trails System (FGTS) Priority Corridors are the focused vision for trails in the state of Florida and rank higher for implementation than the Opportunity Trail Corridors. Paddling Trail Priority Corridors are selected from the Paddling Trail Opportunity map.
Description: Land Trail Opportunities of the FGTS are corridors which represent existing, planned and conceptual non-motorized multi-use trails. These corridors form a land-based trail network of regional and state importance. The Opportunity corridors are interpreted as approximately one mile-wide to allow for flexibility in proposed trail locations. The Land Trail Opportunity map is a synthesis of trail planning efforts conducted by cities, counties, transportation planning organizations, non-profits and other agencies throughout Florida. This map does not include all existing, proposed and conceptual trails in Florida, but focuses on trails of state and regional significance to form a comprehensive connected system.
Description: Paddling Trail Opportunity corridors represent the vision for a comprehensive water-based trail system. This data includes waterways that are designated as part of the FGTS or are appropriate for future designation. Because water trails are not consistently captured in local and regional planning efforts like land trails typically are, it is important to establish basic criteria for inclusion. To be recognized as a Paddling Trail Opportunity, the paddling corridor must meet these criteria to the greatest extent possible: be an existing or potential tourism destination due to the scenic qualities and diverse experiences, span at least three miles in length, be navigable during most months in an average year, and benefit from increased visitation without harm to the natural environment.