Hiking the Florida Trail: From the 88 Store to Rodman Dam

TLDRWe continue our hike on the Florida Trail from the 88 Store to Rodman Dam. Beautiful scenery, wildlife sightings, and a road walk. Looking forward to reaching our next shelter!

Key insights

🚶‍♂️We hike from the 88 Store to Rodman Dam on the Florida Trail.

🌳We enjoy the scenic beauty of the trail, surrounded by nature and wildlife.

🚗We have to do a road walk as part of the hike.

🏞️Rodman Dam offers picturesque views and a great spot for camping.

🏕️We are excited about reaching our next shelter, known as the Rice Creek Hilton.

Q&A

What is the distance from the 88 Store to Rodman Dam?

The distance is approximately 44 miles.

What wildlife did you encounter on the trail?

We saw deer, turkeys, skunks, and even an osprey getting its nest ready.

Was the trail well-maintained?

Yes, the trail was in good condition and easy to walk on.

Did you have any issues with water availability?

We had sufficient water sources and even found a water cache set up by fellow hikers.

What is the Rice Creek Hilton?

The Rice Creek Hilton is a two-story shelter along the Florida Trail, offering a screened-in area and a loft for sleeping.

Timestamped Summary

00:00We start our hike from the 88 Store and head towards Rodman Dam on the Florida Trail.

03:43We spot some deer and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the trail.

08:38We reach Lake Delany and admire the view before continuing on.

11:00We pass through a burn area and encounter more wildlife, including an elusive bear and Bigfoot.

14:43We arrive at Rodman Reservoir and set up camp for the night.

18:25We cross a lock and have a muddy adventure in the swampy area.

20:17We continue our road walk and look forward to reaching our next shelter, the Rice Creek Hilton.