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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 | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Alexander Springs Wilderness | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Big Bass Campground | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Billie Bay Wilderness | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Clearwater Lake Nature Trail | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Clearwater Lake Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Davenport Landing Trail | Temporarily Closed | During the summer months, the trail may be somewhat overgrown. |
| Delancy Loops OHV Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Delancy West OHV Trailhead | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Doe Lake Boat Ramp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Doe Lake Group Camp | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway | Temporarily Closed | |
| Fore Lake Campground | Temporarily Closed | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Fore Lake Pier and Launch | Temporarily Closed | |
| Fore Lake Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Halfmoon Lake | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| Hopkins Prairie Campground | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Run | Temporarily Closed | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Springs Nature Trail | Temporarily Closed | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Juniper Springs Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Kennedy Creek | Open | |
| LAM Equestrian Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Lake Bryant | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Catherine | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Charles | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Dorr Boat Ramp | Temporarily Closed | |
| Lake Dorr Cabin | Temporarily Closed | |
| Lake Dorr Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Eaton Boat Ramp and Pier | Temporarily Closed | |
| Lake Eaton Campground | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Eaton Sinkhole Trailhead | Closed | |
| Lake Eaton Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Lake George Ranger District Office | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake George Trail | Temporarily Closed | Watch for alligators sunning along the bank where the trail is close to the water. |
| Lake Jumper | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Lou | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Mary | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Lake Shore Group Campground | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Log Landing Trailhead | Open | |
| Longleaf OHV Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Mill Dam Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Motorcycle Loop OHV Trailhead | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocala National Forest | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocala North OHV Trail System | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Ocala One Hundred Mile Horse Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Ocala Shooting Range | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| Pine Creek Landing | Open | Fully Operational |
| Pipeline OHV Trailhead | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| Salt Springs Recreation Area | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Salt Springs Run | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Salt Springs Wildlife Observation Trail | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| Springhill Motorcycle Trailhead | Open | |
| St. Francis Trailhead | Temporarily Closed | Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached. |
| Sweetwater Cabin | Temporarily Closed | |
| Swim Pond Equestrian Trailhead | Temporarily Closed | |
| The Landing Group Site | Open | |
| Timucuan Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| Tobacco Patch Trail | Temporarily Closed | |
| 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| Wakulla Ranger District Office | Open | |
| Wandering Wiregrass OHV Trail and Trailhead | Temporarily Closed | 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 | Temporarily Closed | |
| Wood Lake | Open | |
| Wright Lake | Open | Currently open. Check to see for any closures. 850-643-2282 |
| Wright Lake Loop Trail | Open | |
| Yearling Trail | Temporarily Closed |