The paved trail begins at Magnolia Park and continues along the northern shore of Lake Apopka and through reclaimed wetland to the Green Mountain Scenic Overlook.
Four miles from Magnolia Park is a historic pump house, and the hiking trail intersects with the Wildlife Drive.
There are restrooms and water fountains at Magnolia Park and the Green Mountain Scenic Overlook, and port-a-johns at the historic pump house, but none elsewhere along the trail.
[3] It was extended in April, 2016 to connect the Clay Island Trail Loop with the Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead.
[4][5] There are also several other animals that can be seen, including American alligators, raccoons, river otters, turtles, bobcats, and coyotes.