The Florida Trail Fest is the annual event that is a celebration of the FT Community. It is approximately the halfway point for the Florida Trail thru hikers that started at kick-off in January. This year’s event will be held February 7th-9th, 2025 at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, in White Springs, FL

Join us at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park as early as 9am on Saturday morning to claim your tent space. While we set up, we invite you to eat and shop at White Springs downtown businesses.

Florida Trail Fest 2025 Festivities will begin at 5 pm. and end Sunday before noon.
Be sure to check out the Florida Trail Association tent for information on a planned day hike Sunday.

At Florida Trail Fest you can plan your upcoming hike, check out all the amazing vendors, listen to live music, visit with representatives from all of the trail towns along the FT, attend workshops, and camaraderie with other outdoor enthusiasts.

You will also be inspired by our incredible speakers. Who will it be in 2025, Stay tuned!

Looking forward to seeing you at Florida Trail Fest 2025.

Where's Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park???

11016 Lillian Saunders Drive, White Springs, FL 32096

Camping for hikers will be setup in the park campgrounds.

Vendors will be setup in the park and along Lillian Sanders Drive

Vendors

The Backbone of the Florida Trail Fest

Sponsor

The Best Partnerships For Florida Trail Fest 2025

Live on Stage

Learn more about our speakers and musical talent

FTF Guide Book

Printable guide to the entire event

FTF FAQ

February 7th-9th. Festivities begin at 5pm on Friday, at 8:00 am on Saturday, and at 8 am on Sunday Campers may arrive at 9 am on Friday to find your prime spot, then head downtown to eat and shop local. (or you can hang out and we will put you to work!)

This is a free event, no fee for camping, and no fee to attend. Although, donations are appreciated floridatrail.org/donate

Nope, camping will be on the East end of Stephen Foster park and is first come first served (don’t worry, there is plenty of space). You may set up your tent as early as 9am on Friday, but we will not be registering hikers until 3pm. Please park in designated parking spots. To help us prepare for the number of campers please pre-register here.

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