Where to Ride... OHV Sites on Public Land
State Forests | National Forests | National Preserves | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission | Other Locations
A title is required for all OHVs (all-terrain
vehicles and off-highway motorcycles) operated on all public
lands where OHVs are allowed. Visit the Florida Highway
Safety and Motor Vehicles website for information on obtaining a title. Riders are cautioned
that additional laws and rules apply to the operation of
OHVs.
Rules and Regulations for riding OHVs at specific sites
are subject to change. Please call site prior to departure
to check hours of operation, track/trail conditions, weather
conditions, exclusive sponsored event or general public
event. Some areas managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission may allow OHV use. Please consult
regional office information.
State Forests
• Tate's Hell State Forest
290 Airport Road
Carrabelle, Florida 32322
Telephone: 850/ 697-3734
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OHV Trail System at Tate's Hell S.F.
• Withlacoochee State Forest
15003 Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34601-4201
Telephone: 352/ 754-6896
Croom Motorcycle Area offers OHV users many miles of
trails to explore that range from basic to challenging.
The terrain includes hardwood hammocks, scrub and numerous
pits left from discontinued mining operations. A day use
area offers visitors picnic tables and restrooms. Overnight
camping is available at the Croom Motorcycle Area Campground.
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Camping at Croom Motorcycle Area at Withlacoochee S.F.
- CMA Economic Impact and Visitor Assessment Survey Report (University of Florida, pdf, 7M)
Rule Highlights on State Forests:
- A permit is required to ride within the motorcycle
area. The permit must be displayed on the front of each
motorcycle and ATV.
- Titled vehicles only may be used.
- All motorcycles and ATVs will be required to have
mufflers in accordance with the Florida Highway Patrol
handbook.
- Pets are not permitted.
- Firearms are not permitted.
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
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National Forests
• Apalachicola National Forest
Apalachicola Ranger District
P.O. Box 579, Hwy 20
Bristol, FL 32312
Telephone: 850/ 643-2282
Wakulla Ranger District
57 Taff Drive
Crawfordville, FL 32327
Telephone: 850/ 926-3561
- OHVs on Apalachicola N.F. |
• Ocala National Forest
Lake George Ranger District
17147 E. Hwy 40
Silver Springs, FL 34488
Telephone: 352/ 625-2520
Seminole Ranger District
40929 State Road 19
Umatilla, FL 32784
Telephone: 352/ 669-3153
- OHVs on the Ocala N.F.
- Ocala N.F. OHV Visitor Assessment Report
(University of Florida, pdf, 766k) |
• Osceola National Forest
Osceola Ranger District
P.O. Box 70
Olustee, FL 32072
Telephone: 386/ 752-2577
- OHVs on Osceola N.F.
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Rule Highlights on National Forests:
- Cross-country travel is prohibited with either motorized
vehicles or bicycles through the national forests.
- Within restricted areas, travel by motorized vehicles
and bicycles will be permitted only on designated roads
and trails specified for their use.
- ATVs and other unlicensed motorized vehicles are prohibited
on National Forest System Numbered Roads. 36 CFR 261.54(d)
- It is prohibited to possess or use ATVs or unregistered
motor vehicles off National Forest System Roads from
11/2 hour after sunset to 11/2 hour before sunrise.
36 CFR 261.56
National Preserves
• Big Cypress National Preserve
Big Cypress National Preserve Off-Road Vehicle Permit System
National Park Service
Big Cypress National Preserve
C/O ORV Visitor Office
33100 Tamiami Trail East
Ochopee, Fl. 34141
Telephone: 239/ 695-1117
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Big Cypress National Preserve Seasonal Recreational Off-Road Vehicle Closure
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Big Cypress National Preserve ORV Use
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Campgrounds available within the Preserve
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Fire Activity and Related Closures
- April 16, 2008:
Monument Lake Campground closed for the season.
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Big Cypress Preserve temporarily closes "Cypress Camp Trail"
Obtaining a recreational off-road vehicle permit for using an ATV, ATC, swampbuggy or street legal 4X4 in Big Cypress National Preserve is a four step process. An operators permit, an inspection sticker, annual vehicle permit and a orientation course taken are required to operate an OHV in the Preserve. Motorcycles and other two-wheeled vehicles are not permitted in the preserve's backcountry.
Rule Highlights on National Preserves:- An Operator's permit, an inspection sticker, an annual vehicle permit and an orientation course are required to operate an OHV in the Preserve.
- Permits may be obtained only Friday-Monday 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Permit process will take approximately 45 minutes at the ORV Visitor Center.
- Call the ORV Visitor Center at 239/ 695-1205 before bring your vehicle in for inspection.
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be located and will be recorded.
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission (FWC)
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission currently allows OHV use on some of its properties
on named and numbered roads during non-hunting periods.
For information on riding in FWC areas, please contact the
regional offices as listed below or visit the
FWC website:
Northwest Region
3911 Hwy. 2321
Panama City, FL 32409-1658
Telephone: 850/ 265-3676
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Northeast Region
1239 S.W. 10th Street
Ocala, FL 34474-2797
Telephone: 352/ 732-1225
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North Central Region
Route 7, Box 440
Lake City, FL 32055-8713
Telephone: 386/ 758-0525 |
South Region
8535 Northlake Boulevard
West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Telephone: 561/ 625-5122 |
Southwest Region
3900 Drane Field Road
Lakeland, FL 33811-1299
Telephone: 863/ 648-3203 |
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Other Locations
• Suwannee River Water Management District
Mallory Swamp
9225 County Road 49
Live Oak, Fl. 32060
Telephone: 386/ 362-1001 or 800/ 226-1066 (Fl. only)
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Mallory Swamp website
• Miami-Dade County Park and Recreation
Milton E. Thompson Park
16665 NW 177th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33178
Telephone: 305/ 820-8557
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Milton E. Thompson Park Website
PUBLIC LAND MAY BE YOUR FUN PLACE,
BUT IT IS HOME TO WILDLIFE-
PLEASE RESPECT THEIR NEEDS
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