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Recreation
See the Recreation Conditions Report below for the status of some of the recreation sites on the Forests.
Current Recreation Conditions
| Area Name | Status | Area Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Run | Open | To 'put in' or 'take out' at Alexander Springs, visitors must pay a day-use fee of $13 + tax. A $80 + tax annual day-use pass is available for purchase on site. Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Alexander Springs Campground | Open | The concessionaire sells snacks, souvenirs, ice, charcoal, firewood, beach items and personal items. Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Reservations are required. Sites are available for reservation by calling (877) 444-6777 or visiting Recreation.gov. Ocala National Forest Springs Hopper Pass: This day-use pass is $80 + tax per person. Limited internet may affect operations - Come prepared with cash to make purchases. |
| Alexander Springs Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Alexander Springs Wilderness | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Apalachee Savannahs Scenic Byway | Open | |
| Apalachicola National Forest | Open | |
| Apalachicola Ranger District Office | Open | |
| Apalachicola River | Open | |
| Apalachicola Shooting Range | Open | |
| Beakman Lake | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Big Bass Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Big Camp Hunt Camp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Big Gully Landing | Open | |
| Big Gum Swamp Wilderness | Temporarily Closed | |
| Big Scrub Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Billie Bay Wilderness | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Bradwell Bay Wilderness | Open | Always check local weather conditions with NOAA's National Weather Service for the Sopchoppy area before heading into the wilderness. |
| Brown House Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Buck Lake Group Camp | Open | Please note - Reservations are required for this single group campsite. |
| Buckhorn Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Camel Lake Recreation Area | Open | |
| Camel Lake Trail | Open | |
| Centennial OHV Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Clear Lake Wilderness Study Area | Open | |
| Clearwater Lake Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Clearwater Lake Nature Trail | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Clearwater Lake Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Cliff Lake Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Cobb Hunt Camp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Cotton Landing | Open | |
| Davenport Landing | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Davenport Landing Trail | Open | During the summer months, the trail may be somewhat overgrown. |
| Delancy Loops OHV Trail | Open | |
| Delancy West OHV Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Doe Lake Boat Ramp | Open | |
| Doe Lake Group Camp | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| East Tower Hunt Camp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Fanny Bay Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Farles Prairie Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway | Open | |
| Fore Lake Campground | Open | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Fore Lake Pier and Launch | Open | |
| Fore Lake Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Former Bradwell Game Farm | Open | |
| GF&A Trail | Open | |
| Grasshopper Lake | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Halfmoon Lake | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Harpers Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Hickory Landing | Open | |
| Hitchcock Lake | Open | |
| Hog Pen Landing | Temporarily Closed | |
| Hog Valley OHV Trail | Open | |
| Hopkins Prairie Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have back-up plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. Please be aware that low tree branches over road may limit clearance height of vehicles entering the campground. Open Year-round; Busy season is October through March. Ocala National Forest Springs Hopper Pass: This day-use pass is $80 + tax per person. |
| Juniper Prairie Wilderness | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Run | Open | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Springs Nature Trail | Open | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Springs Recreation Area | Open | The following services are available: Kayak rentals, shuttle services and general store. Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Wayside | Open | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Kennedy Creek | Open | |
| LAM Equestrian Trail | Open | |
| Lake Bryant | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Catherine | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Charles | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Delancy East Campground | Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Delancy West OHV Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Dorr Boat Ramp | Open | |
| Lake Dorr Cabin | Open | |
| Lake Dorr Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Eaton Boat Ramp and Pier | Open | |
| Lake Eaton Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Eaton Sinkhole Trailhead | Closed | |
| Lake Eaton Trail | Open | |
| Lake George Ranger District Office | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake George Trail | Open | Watch for alligators sunning along the bank where the trail is close to the water. |
| Lake Jumper | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Lou | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Mary | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Shore Group Campground | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Langston House | Open | |
| Leon Sinks Geological Area | None | Trails are open until visitors approach trail blockers. Please do not go past that point as the conditions are unsafe while construction takes place. Area is subject to unscheduled closures due to construction and concerns for public safety. Thank you for your cooperation as we restore this area. |
| Lewis D. Whitaker Osceola Shooting Range | Temporarily Closed | |
| Little Lake George Wilderness | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Log Landing Trailhead | Open | |
| Longleaf OHV Trail | Open | |
| Lost Creek | Open | Please check river levels before going out. Water levels over 4.5 feet should be good paddling. |
| Mack Landing | Open | |
| Magnolia Landing | Open | |
| Mill Dam Boat Ramp | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Mill Dam Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Motorcycle Loop OHV Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Mt. Carrie Wayside | Temporarily Closed | |
| Mud Swamp/New River Wilderness | Open | |
| Munson Hills Mountain Bike Trail and Trailhead | Open | |
| New River | Open | |
| Nice Wander Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Ocala Centennial OHV Trail System | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocala National Forest | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocala North OHV Trail System | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocala One Hundred Mile Horse Trail | Open | |
| Ocala Shooting Range | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocean Pond Campground | Temporarily Closed | |
| Ochlockonee River | Open | Always check river levels on the USGS website before heading out. |
| Olustee Battlefield Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Olustee Beach | Temporarily Closed | |
| Olustee Depot Visitor Center | Closed | |
| Osceola National Forest | Open | |
| Osceola Ranger Station | Temporarily Closed | |
| Osceola Wildlife Management Area | Temporarily Closed | |
| Otter Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Owl Creek | Open | |
| Paisley Woods Bicycle Trail | Open | |
| Pine Creek Landing | Open | Fully Operational |
| Pipeline OHV Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Pope Still Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Prospect Bluff Historic Sites | Temporarily Closed | |
| Revell Landing | Open | |
| River Sinks | None | Check the Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park | Florida State Parks website to see if access to River Sinks is open. |
| River Styx | Open | |
| Rodman OHV Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Salt Springs Marina | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Salt Springs OHV Connector Trail | Open | |
| Salt Springs Recreation Area | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Salt Springs Run | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Salt Springs Wildlife Observation Trail | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Sandhill Hunt Camp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Seminole Ranger District Office | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Seventeen Mile Hunt Camp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Silver Glen Run | Open | |
| Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Silver Lake OHV Trailhead | Open | |
| Silver Lake Recreation Area | Open | |
| Silver Lake Trail | Open | |
| Smith Creek Landing | Open | Not accessible from US Forest Service property. Go from State Forest to south of Forest Service boundary. |
| Sopchoppy River | Open | Check river levels before going out. Water levels between 10 and 14 feet make for good paddling. |
| Spring Boils Trail | Open | |
| Springhill Motorcycle Trailhead | Open | |
| St. Francis Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Sweetwater Cabin | Open | |
| Swim Pond Equestrian Trailhead | Open | |
| The Landing Group Site | Open | |
| Timucuan Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Tobacco Patch Trail | Open | |
| Trail of Lakes | Open | |
| Trampled Track Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Trout Pond Trailhead | Open | |
| Twin Poles Hunt Camp | Open | |
| Upper Sopchoppy River | Open | |
| Volusia Wharf Boat Ramp | Open | |
| Wakulla Ranger District Office | Open | |
| Wandering Wiregrass OHV Trail and Trailhead | Open | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Watertown Lake | Temporarily Closed | |
| West Tower Equestrian Trails | Temporarily Closed | |
| West Tower Hunt Camp | Temporarily Closed | Bathrooms are unavailable. |
| White Oak Landing | Open | |
| Whitehead Landing | Open | The campsite is currently OPEN. The boat ramp is OPEN. |
| Wiggins Hunt Camp | Closed | |
| Wildcat Lake | Open | |
| Wood Lake | Open | |
| Wright Lake | Open | Currently open. Check to see for any closures. 850-643-2282 |
| Wright Lake Loop Trail | Open | |
| Yearling Trail | Open |