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SWIFT CREEK

Recreation
On this primitive site, visitors may enjoy biking, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads.

Access
Swift Creek tract from White Springs:
Take CR 25A west; the entrance to the Swift Creek tract is on the left.

Size
Swift Creek – 328 acres

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STEPHEN FOSTER STATE PARK

Recreation
The Stephen Foster Tract is managed as part of Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park and has biking and hiking trails as well as birding and wildlife viewing on its many trails. The Florida National Scenic Trail traverses the tract along the river. The 7-mile Foster’s Hammock Loop Trail rambles through the tract.

Access
Stephen Foster Tract from White Springs:
Access to the Stephen Foster Tract is through the Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park.

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OSTEEN

Recreation
On the Osteen Tract visitors may enjoy biking, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads.

The Florida National Scenic Trail enters the Osteen tract on the west side of CR 751 where it follows the Alapaha River and then exits the property.

Access
Osteen tract from Jasper:
Travel south on CR 751 to the Alapaha River; the entrance to the Osteen tract is on the right approximately 600 feet before crossing the Alapaha River.

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OTTER SPRINGS

Recreation

Public use is managed by For Vets, Inc., though an agreement with Gilchrist County as part of the County owned Otter Springs Park and Campground. Visitors may enjoy biking, hiking, picnicking, swimming, paddling, and wildlife viewing on trails and administrative roads.

352-463-0800

Otter Springs Park and Campground

Access
Otter Springs:
The Otter Springs Tract is accessed through Otter Springs Park and Campground.

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GOOSE PASTURE

Recreation
Visitors may enjoy biking, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads, in addition to fishing and hunting.

The Goose Pasture tract is a part of the Aucilla Wildlife Management Area. For more information on hunting, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at:

850-265-3676
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Website
Aucilla Bird List (PDF)

Note: Hunting is only allowed in permitted areas.


Camping Area
The primitive camping area is open on a first-come, first-served basis by self-issued special use authorization, which is available at the kiosk. Campers are limited to a 10-day stay. Camping is not allowed during general gun season. The group camping area can be reserved for groups of six or more by contacting the District at:

386-362-1001
800-226-1066 (FL only)
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Access
Goose Pasture tract from Perry:
Travel 22 miles west on US 98 to Powell Hammock Road, turn right; travel north 4 miles, turn left on Goose Pasture Road; travel west 2.75 miles and the tract is on both sides of the road. Continue traveling west 1 mile and the road ends at Goose Pasture Campground.

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CAMP BRANCH

Recreation
Visitors may enjoy biking, hiking, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads and designated trails. The Florida National Scenic Trail traverses the Camp Branch tract along the river.

Access
Camp Branch tract from White Springs:
Travel west on CR 25A, turn left past the Camp Branch road sign onto an unnamed road; follow road approximately 1 mile to the parking area.

Size
Camp Branch – 200 acres

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BAY CREEK

Recreation
On the Bay Creek Tract visitors may enjoy biking, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads.

Access
Bay Creek Tract from Lake City:
Travel north on US 441, turn left on Cone Bridge Road; the parking lot is on the right.

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47 BRIDGE

Recreation
On the 47 Bridge Tract visitors may enjoy fishing, as well as biking, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing on administrative roads.

The River Trail meanders one mile upriver along the bank providing additional fishing opportunities and scenic river views.

Access
47 Bridge from Ft. White:
Travel south on SR 47, cross the Santa Fe River and turn left into Santa Fe River County Park.