Santos Vortex Hike

Name of Activity: Santos to Vortex Hike
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM, Arrive by 8:45 to sign in
Location: Historical Santos Park 3550 SE 80th St, Ocala
Leader: Marsha Jordan

IMPORTANT: We are meeting at Historical Santos Park, not at the campground.

Description: Join the Sandhill Chapter of the Florida Trail Association for a 6-mile hike, generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 3 hours to complete. We’re heading west to watch extreme mountain bikers at The Vortex - Florida's most iconic trail: wooden features, rollers, drops, dirt jumps, rock gardens. On our way back, we will stop at The Island to view some of the history left of the ship/canal build in the 1930’s. This trail is in the Santos Section of the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway.

Optional lunch after at Paradise Bakery And Cuban Food, 10133 US-441, Belleview

Fees: None
General Information: Bring a hat, water, sunscreen, proper footwear, and snack if you like. Bug spray is always a good idea. Also have an emergency medical card (info) in your pack.
Bathrooms: Yes
Dogs allowed: Well behaved dogs on leash are welcome
RSVP via Meet-Up

Florida Trail Association (FTA) Inc. is a volunteer membership organization with the primary purpose of developing, maintaining, promoting, and protecting the Florida Trail. Join FTA, just $40 per year - https://florida-trail-association.givecloud.co/join