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The Forgotten Coast is a biking paradise, both for professional cyclists and those just looking for some fresh air and fun in the sun. While some visitors bring their own bicycles, others choose to take advantage of the bike rental opportunities in the region. Remember to follow the rules of the road. Click here to learn about Florida’s Bicycle Laws.
Best Places to Bike on the Forgotten Coast
St. George Island
On a bicycle is one of the best ways to explore St. George Island. The island is home to 17 miles of paved bike paths, along with a number of quiet streets where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Apalachicola Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
Cape San Blas
Loggerhead Run Bike Path
This multi-use path curves for 8.7 miles along St. Joseph’s Bay on the peninsula of Cape San Blas in northwestern Florida. The trail stretches from St. Joseph Peninsula State Park on the northern end of Cape San Blas to Salinas Park at the southern end. Visitors to the State Park can enjoy swimming, fishing, and snorkeling, in addition to bicycling and hiking. A number of areas along the way are excellent for viewing birds and local wildlife. Salinas Park features a boardwalk, picnic area, and restrooms.
Access the north end of the trail at St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, located at 8899 Cape San Blas Road, and the south end of the trail at Salinas Park, located at 240 Cape San Blas Road.
Apalachicola
The historic streets of Apalachicola are best explored on a bicycle. Enjoy a relaxing ride along the river or take in the breathtaking historic homes and gardens of the Historic District as you cruise under the majestic oak trees that line the city’s streets throughout its history.
Alligator Point
Bald Point State Park features 18 miles of multi-use hiking and biking trails, organized into one-way and loop routes, with five trail heads. Along these trails visitors can see coastal marshes, pine flatwoods, and oak thickets.
Port St Joe
The charming town of Port St. Joe is perfect for exploring on a bicycle. The city features a number of parks and trails to explore, as well as quiet tree-lined streets.
Port City Trail
The Port City Trail totals nearly four miles of paved and lighted pedestrian surface. Visitors will find restrooms, informational signage, and water fountains available at various points along the trail. Please note, the Port City Trail connects to the BayWalk Trail via a 0.25-mile section of sidewalk running along Highway 71.