The trail runs from the west to east and from north to south and passes through a highly diversified landscape such as rocky coastlines, undulating ridges, deep forests and white sandy beaches.

Since 2011, Region Skåne has served as the main authority responsible for the trail’s development and promotion, while the foundation handles its administration and coordinates maintenance efforts with 31 municipalities.

Each municipality is responsible for maintaining its section of the trail and managing relations with landowners, sometimes carrying out the work directly and sometimes delegating it to other organizations.

[8][10] In the 2020s, Skåneleden continued to expand its network of paths, inaugurating SL6 Vattenriket (Water Kingdom) in May 2024 and SL7 Sydkust (South Coast) in October 2024.

The eastern part of the trail passes through quiet woodlands and tranquil lakes, while the western sections feature more dramatic coastal cliffs.

In sections 13 and 14, going between Bjärabygget and Brammarp, the trail goes through Hallandsås, a hilly area, featuring Halland's highest point at 226 metres (741 ft) above sea level.

[22] The Österlen trail, named after the region it traverses, covers 188 kilometres (117 mi) across 15 sections, forming a circular route in southeastern Skåne.

[24] The Vattenriket, or Water Kingdom, trail extends 190 kilometres (120 mi) over 14 sections, running from Simontorp or Breanäs in northeastern Skåne to Brösarp in Österlen.

[27] The Sydkust or South coast trail runs 65 kilometres (40 mi) over 5 sections, along the southern coastline of Scania, from Skåre [sv] to Ystad, passing through Smygehuk, Sweden's southernmost point.