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  • Travel Management & Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forest Service are reviewing the Executive Order, entitled "Removing Unnecessary and Counterproductive Restrictions on Access to Federal Lands" issued May 29, 2026, that may affect travel management on National Forest System lands. Any changes to public…
    Alert Start Date: June 8, 2026
  • Fire Restrictions in Effect for Ocala National Forest

    The Ocala National Forest is under stage 1 fire restrictions. Exemptions include developed campsites with Forest Service provided campfire rings and grills. Dispersed campers who wish to have fires must use propane; charcoal is authorized for grilling purposes. All residents must conform to the…
    Alert Start Date: March 6, 2026
  • Prospect Bluff Historic Site Closure Order

    Authorities and Geographic Applicability. Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.53(c), this Forest Order: (1) Closes the Prospect Bluff Historic Site in its entirety for the preservation of objects or areas of historical, archaeological, geological, or paleontological interest. The…
    Alert Start Date: August 21, 2025
    Forest Order: #CO 08-05-FL-24-177
  • Alcoholic Beverages

    Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
    Alert Start Date: February 3, 2014
    Forest Order: #Order #08-05-010205-16
  • Camping in excess of 14 days

    The following activities are not allowed per this order:Camping in excess of 14 days in a 30-day period unless otherwise posted.Public nudity.Swimming in a body of water within a developed recreation area not designated for this use.SCUBA unless posted.Fishing within 50 yards of a boat ramp…
    Alert Start Date: February 3, 2014
    Forest Order: #Order #08-05-FL-13-01