(See Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve for overall information.)
Size
4,446 acres
About the Property
Under a cooperative agreement with the District, the Florida Division of Forestry manages the Little Withlacoochee Tract as part of the Withlacoochee State Forest.
Access and Parking
- Vehicle access from SR 471 through Richloam or from Bay Lake Road.
- Large, unpaved parking area at Bay Lake Road trailhead of Van Fleet State Trail.
- Roads, fire lines and gates cannot be blocked. Exercise caution.
Hours of Operation
Daily from sunrise to sunset, except during hunts.
Restrooms and Water
No restrooms or water available on site.
Recreational Opportunities
Bicycling
- Bicycling allowed on named or numbered roads.
- Always wear helmet. Florida law requires bicyclists under 16 to wear helmets.
Equestrian Use
- Horseback riding allowed only on designated named or numbered roads.
- Each rider must carry proof of current negative Coggins test.
Hunting
- Contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for license requirements and permits.
- FWC rules and regulations must be observed throughout year.
Vehicle Access
- Vehicles allowed on designated named or numbered roads as authorized by Division of Forestry.
- Woods roads may be in poor condition. Exercise caution when driving.
For More Information
Florida Division of Forestry, (352) 754-6896
