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Ocala National Forest Consists of Mor Than Wlits, Hunting Opportunities Can Be Found Near Some 430,000 Scenic Acres in Central Florida Welcometo T.the IS Ia I I I KS~ISSS'St^^^ckI^^^^^^^^^^^^^^*^^^^^^^^^^Ocala NationalI I I Forest -----r oI I I I I I<. Io K ^ nl f ^ Popular small game species on the Ocalaa ·- AM'~~~~~~~ PLni v[e V1I~~~~~ACE0 w~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ly t n ?D l;^nd ^ '&^ OF VARIETY include bobwhite quail, rabbits, gray squirrels, i . and mourning quail rb ga satierfowl- Ocala National Forest consists of mor than Wlits, hunting opportunities can be found near some 430,000 scenic acres in central Florida. E b- ofstes lakFe aond . nearse ' |" lished in 1908, it is the southernmost national o th laen forest in the continental United States. The '.reka Anglers may find their paradise on the Ocala. S Ocala is one of 155 national forests managedfor the of A trophya reality bass can become from the "KMi '^llbythe USDA Forest Service benefit many natural lakes. the public. Some anglers favor the scenic Ocklawaha River Between the river boundaries of this forest lie on the western border of the Ocala or St. Johns central highlands, coastal lowlands, swamps, the east. Others go to the north end and ponds. River on ; springs, and hundreds of lakes and fish Lake Ocklawaha (C-1), locally known The vegetation is as diverse as the physical as Rodman Reservoir, an impoundment of about fr the first three trails listed below is located geography. There are towering palms, subtropi- 8,000 acres. Or anglers may be attracted to the off State Highway 19. about 2 miles north o cal flora, and scrubby sand pines that dominate 23 streams and 600 lakes found throughout Altoona. the high ridges. Where better soils hold more the Ocala that produce game species such as moisture, longleaf and slash pines thrive. In largemouth bass, bluegill, speckled perch, red- (1)The Flatwoods Trail ID-5 to E-5l is a 40-mile other areas, strong hardwoods grow. out of the sturdy breast, and catfish. The majority of the fishing loop that meanders in and R c e t longleafw " s pinesr oJ 1Red,® trail blazes^ mark this a ne e portion ste.access onth foes isescadone becomeby boat;aht-tie realityshowvr from thedepc s from songbebirds top big r ps game animals,rmtveeprec~ abounds on the forest. Some~~~~~~~~~~~~~ote orstisdoe y oa; owve, ccsthe trail. A!~~~~~~b _Av,.oyariety te USD of wildlife,Foet^ Serice for h be-neftof' varies. There are about 20 boat ramps on |p 0 <^ A I game animals, abounds on the forest. Some ce a ol ao hl t ls eagle, sandhill Ocala andonly about half the lakes are species-black bear, bald approachable byl2eThe a two-wheeltC-5. drive vehicle. Prairie Trail 6 to D-5f6 is aiso 4 crane, and threatened scrub jay-are rare Once you are on the water, get your tackle miles long and designated by white trail throughoutt muchhe ofn State but fairly common ready. YuodYou couldLke(Drd pull)wliaiin a big one.tahebasfhtaiflegspai If thisst is folIlepowiedalgrassyFale ^ i^ionthe Ocala. Ifzs Tetrailto as well as leaning sand pines, will be among ea gno ::: recreational opportunities on the forest. There ^ .andr lexane 16 years of age. A Senior Citie Theacheoogicl an historic200 feet ofar aasI, water onwithin source. Replace _. - zen Hunting and Fishing Certificate is available (3)The Baptist Lake Trail iD-5 61 is marked are huge springs, twisting streams, and lakes at no with blue blazes. This trail will take riders on to Florida residents, age 65 and older, hark for fishing and waterskiing. Many of the sce- raig ot Noreiens a puchs et7dt fcn a 20-mile trip to Baptist Lake and] nic lakes were formed when limestone bedrock Juip mapsolved. otperhunting-relatedonLicensec theF loracan ray be e e nests, srat obtained a countyogs6radluder,04t-3o tax col- .......... **""**-:dRIVING *FOR :: PLEASURE~egulations,surface layer to slump u of old woodsl !?6Cogssasddissolved,.nepermitting the cool, lector's office ororiders.throughs34 at m any designated outlets. to 8-5) wilt take horsebacc and the depression to fill with water. The Fishing Certifi- miles of the Ocala National Forest Riders and the depression to fill with water. The cool,: slowly to enjoy seeing the many com- animals, and the possibility of getting lost or The Senior Citizen Hunting and crystal-clear water of Juniper (D-4), Alexander and drive entering a wilder- cate must be obtained at a tax office. start this trail at the Doe Lake Recreation (E-5hSilver Glen (D-4), and Salt Springs (D-3) mon kinds of wildlife. You may even catch a injured far from help. Visitors should expect a primitive experience. CANOEINGRPROVIDESoDIFFERENT toblowyellow blazes entices many guests to take a cool dip. Snor- glimpse of a sandhill crane, white-tailed deer, ness area then Area (0-5).north Ridersand exit the orest near the tow *;:*::::".:**' -:' '-:-."*- kelers frequently finda th rillingunderwater view CANOEING PROVIDES DIFFERENT of Eureka. BKSI'i~l^^KI^^^^^^^^ iLA irequewntl foindg thrill und aerataervk gopher tortoise.ador All visitors to a wilderness are also asked to FOREST VIEWS OC A ol fish swaying vegetation, and cavernous and late evenings are the best leave no trace of their visit. Thus, regulations springs At Fern Hammock Spring, within the Early mornings Canoeing is a good way to see the unusual The Doe Lake Recreation Area contains spe- times for wildlife observation. However, all times prohibit motorized vehicles, bicycles, and off- Juniper Springs Recreation Area, and at Salt beauty of the Ocala. Your canoe journey may the clear water are good for enjoying the scenic beauty of the road vehicles in any wilderness area. tri-rideramin s area N~c':;ir~r~rNI ~~rc~c4 - Springs, visitors can look into carry you through vast subtropical areas of tow- can tacuiie wr lazily over the springs' Ocala National Forest. userit prior rserato made ate ation al FoIreisst and watch fish swim ENJOY THE PICNICKING ering palms, buttressed cypress, and spreading canobe N many boils." maples. The lack of white water and the fact Seminole Dsm brictOtce Horseback riders are Special rules apply to off-road vehicle (ORV) Numerous picnic areas are located throughout thai horsesare not permit- areas have groups of tables you can touch bottom in most places provides asked to remember the soil of the Ocala is deep, coarse, use on the Ocala National Forest. Contact a the forest. Some in areas ol concentrated uses Much of for larger outings such as family relatively safe canoeing. However, since even tedon toot trais, porous sand Rain is absorbed by the sand visitor center to obtain ORV information. or shelters or community the most cautious canoeists can capsize their streams. If you aredri CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES reunions, church get-togethers, infor- almosta easiae gatherings. Picnicking outside of designated craft, Florida law requires a Coast Guard- Conlact a forest visitor center for further approved flotation device be available for every- nation about horseback riding in this forest. treat the sandy soils with cau- mhnaothreakrdn tiou repectKeeyou ca on oli roabed Camping can be enjoyed during ati seasons on areas is allowed. one aboard a canoe. rodbed the Ocala. Visitors are welcome to stay as longonabrdacoe tioueep resectour ar o one.sold thMcR.UiiosArLecoet taKsln Creek (D-4) begins as a winding, fast- and your trip will be a pleasant as 14 days in any campground. All camping is NJuniper your legs on a walk? The Flor- moving stream scarcely wider than a canoe, is unique and fascinating. No won- on a first-come, first-served basis except in Want to stretch The Ocala Scenic Trail (E-6 to C-2) opens with arching trees forming a canopy that almost der it is one of the most heavily used national special group-use areas, which are available ida National the way to some of the most scenic, secluded hides the sun. The 7-mile run to State High- : forests in the United States. with prior reservations. to 5 hours, allowing time for A fee is charged at the"more=highly developed f o spots.rest The Florida National Scenic Trail way 19 takes 4 A MILD CLIMATE length of Florida, provid- sightseeing. This canoe route is almost entirely CLIMATE ArMILDA fee is chargedat the more highly developed will eventually run the recreation areas on the forest. These areas ing an enjoyable hiking trail for hundreds of within the Juniper Prairie Wilderness, which pro- pristine forest landscapes. How- climate for are marked with signs telling the amount and miles. While few people will walk the entire dis- videos views of The Ocala offers an accommodating canoeists should be aware that access to method of payment. tance, many will backpack portions of it, spend- ever, .m year-round recreating. The mild winters are hiking or fine for family camping, while a summer canoe ing just a few hours or several days with any motor vehicle or trailer is trip down a palm-lined stream is a cool way to Camping the trail. and take-out points. August day. During the dry months of allowed in designated sites only. Tent camping camping along spend an Springs Creek (E-5) starts as a broad, is allowed throughout most of the forest, The portion of the trail that winds through the Alexander November through February, temperatures In slow-moving stream with full sunlight stimulat- 50°F to a high of except for safety reasons during the general forest provides a real sense of solitude. range from a daily average of out through cypress ing growthntertp of many grasses,o aoen.Ista flowers, and clumpsf183ESlt igwy short afternoon showers gun hunting season, usually from mid- places, it threads in and sl-uie aksieye ^^^^H&^^^^Bcampers.hrouhou 72-F.
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