Scrub Trail

Scrub Trail is a short, easy hike in Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge in Florida, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The route is about 0.6 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 53 feet, and it makes a quick out-and-back from the trailhead. The trail is front-loaded, with the steepest stretch at about 0.25 miles in, and the climb is gentle, peaking at 37 feet before returning to the starting point. It's a low-effort outing, and the trail is rated easy. For comfortable weather, aim for winter and early spring. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show January highs around 74°F with lows near 54°F, while summer brings highs near 90°F and more frequent wet days. Nearby options include the White Loop (Jdsp) about 1.2 miles away and the Green Trail (Jdsp) at 2.3 miles. The Red Trail (Eeagle View, Jdsp) is about 3.2 miles off, and Blowing Rock Preserve, a climbing area, is roughly 4.2 miles away.