Island Trails & Hikes in Florianópolis
Complete insider guide to 25+ scenic coastal trails, secret waterfalls, elevation profiles, and Google Maps walking routes on the Island of Magic.
Trilha do Saquinho
Paved coastal walk along pristine sea cliffs ending at a secret beach and famous traditional seafood restaurant (Restaurante do Quirino).
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Lagoinha do Leste
The most iconic wild beach hike in Santa Catarina. Dramatic cliff view over Morro da Coroa and untouched ocean waves.
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Praia do Gravatá
A short scenic walk leading to a quiet hidden cove popular for paragliding, sunset watching, and cliff jumping.
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Trilha de Naufragados
Hike through dense Atlantic forest to the southernmost tip of the island, featuring a historic 1861 lighthouse and beachside fish houses.
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Trilha do Feiticeiro (Santinho)
Scenic coastal ridge walk between Santinho and Ingleses beaches, famous for 5,000-year-old indigenous rock carvings.
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Costa da Lagoa
A historic lakeside trail featuring a scenic waterfall, ruins of colonial sugar mills, traditional restaurants, and passenger boat rides.