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State Forest Fees and Information
Fees in effect as of March 2, 2009
 Florida has long been recognized as having one of the finest and most diversified state forest systems in the United States. Florida’s state forests offer a wide variety of natural, recreational and cultural opportunities for visitors.
Because of the diversity of activities and resources, it is highly recommended that visitors contact the state forest beforehand to clarify any reservation requirements, fees or other considerations that may apply.
Day Use | Camping | Annual Passes | Commercial Use | Other Fees | State Forest Rules
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Entrance and Day Use Fees
Day Use is from sunrise to sunset
Vehicle
passengers, walk-ins, bicyclists, and equestrians
State Forest Use Authorizations
In addition to any associated fees, a no-cost State Forest Use Authorization may be required. Fill out an Authorization form for:
- All formal group activities (school,
church, family, and youth groups) which include picnicking,
trail use or overnight camping.
- All commercial use, including tour guides, sales
and rentals, and special events.
- Some state forests require an authorization for primitive camp sites.
How Do I Get One?
Contact the State Forest you plan to
visit to obtain a State Forest Use Authorization. |
Some state forest sites have day use fees. Please contact the state forest you plan to visit
to verify sites requiring day use fees.
- Entrance Fee for designated areas is $2.00 per person,
children under 6 admitted free.
- Deposit fee in the
honor fee envelopes daily, and display the tear-away tab on the vehicle windshield or rear-view mirror.
- An Annual Day Use Entrance Pass (for up to 8 persons) is available.
Horse Facilities
Horse Stalls: $5.00 per stall/day and includes day use fee.
Stalls are available at
Other Day Use Fees
Picnic Pavilion/Shelters Reservations (per day) $20.00
* Kitchen/Pavilion Facility Locations
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Kitchen/Pavilion Facilities *
(per day)
- Up to 25 people: $40.00
- 26- 50 people: $60.00
- 51- 75 people: $90.00
- 76- 100 people: $120.00
- 101- 150 people: $180.00
- Over 150 people: $240.00
Camping Fees
Camping fees can be paid by using the honor fee system.
State Forest Use Authorizations are required for
some campsites and can be obtained at the state forest
office where you plan to visit.
Camping (per Day) |
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Electric site with water
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$15.00 |
- Reduced rate for
senior citizens (age 65 or older) and
100% disabled citizens
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$8.00 |
Non-electric sites with water
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$12.00 |
Reduced rate for senior citizens (age 65 or older) and 100% disabled citizens |
$6.00 |
Primitive Sites $5.00- $8.00 |
Winter Rates at Withlacoochee State Forest
(November, 2009- March, 2010) |
Croom Motorcycle Area: Buttgenbach |
$20.00 |
Silver Lake Recreation Complex: Silver Lake and Cypress Glen |
$20.00 |
- Reduced winter rate for senior citizens (age 65 or older) and 100% disabled citizens |
$10.00 |
Groups and Youth Group Camping (only Non-electric sites available) |
| Per day minimum charge (up to 10 campers) |
$10.00 |
Per person charge over 10 campers |
$1.00 |
Extra Vehicle (per vehicle/day) |
$2.00 |
Hunt Camp Permits |
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| Withlacoochee State Forest |
Richloam Tract |
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- Archery |
$50.00 |
- General Gun |
$100.00 |
- Spring Turkey |
$50.00 |
Croom Tract |
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- General Gun |
$40.00 |
Citrus Tract |
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- Archery |
$40.00 |
- Small Game |
$100.00 |
| Tate’s Hell State Forest |
$100.00 |
4-H Fees at Welaka State Forest |
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Lodging with no meals
(per person/day without state provided
linens) |
$8.00 |
| Dining Hall (per day) |
$50.00 |
| Horse Stalls (per stall/day) |
$2.00 |
| Wood Shavings (per day) |
$1.00 |
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Annual Passes and Fees
Purchase An Annual Day Use Entrance Pass
* Members of the Friends of Florida
State Forests support organization can purchase the
Annual Day Use Pass for a discounted fee of $20.00.
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Annual Day Use Entrance Pass:
- Cost: $30*, valid for one year
- Unlimited number of visits
- Allows the driver and up to seven passengers
entry into any Florida State Forest where a fee is routinely
required
- $1.00 for
each additional person
Annual Off Highway Vehicle Fees
Off-highway motorcycles (OHM’s), all-terrain vehicles (ATV's), and recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) are prohibited
on State Forests except designated areas at Tate’s Hell State Forest and Withlacoochee State Forest. Annual permits are required for each OHM and ATV operating in the designated OHV area.
OHV Fee Schedule
Effective July 1, 2009
Florida Residents
| OHV Permit: valid July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010 |
$60.00 |
| July - September |
$60.00 |
| October - December (pro-rated $10.00) |
$50.00 |
| January - March (pro-rated $10.00) |
$40.00 |
| April - June (pro-rated final $10.00) |
$30.00 |
| Motorcycle Enduro Entrance Fee, per cycle (Croom Motorcycle Area Permit Holders Not Exempted) |
$20.00 |
Out of State Residents/Visitors
| OHV Permit: Valid July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010 |
$100.00 |
| July - September |
$100.00 |
| October - December (pro-rated $10.00) |
$90.00 |
| January - March (pro-rated $10.00) |
$80.00 |
| April - June (pro-rated final $10.00) |
$70.00 |
OHV Rules and Information for State Forests
Commercial Use Fees
Commercial Still Photography (permit per state forest) |
Normal operating hours per day |
$30.00 |
After Hours additional per day |
$30.00 |
Annual fee |
$300.00 |
Motion Pictures and TV Production |
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1-10 hours per day |
$300.00 |
Over 10 hours per
day |
$600.00 |
Commercial Vendor Fees |
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| Canoe/Kayak (per vessel/year) |
$25.00 |
| Horse/Carriage
(per horse/year) |
$25.00 |
| Bicycle
(per bike/year) |
$25.00 |
| Short Term On-site Commercial Vendor
(per day) |
$25.00 |
Other Fees
| Special Use Fee for Privately Sponsored Events/Activities
(per day) |
- up to 25 people
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$50.00 |
- each additional person
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$1.00 |
| Campground Firewood (per bundle) |
$5.00 |
| Fuelwood (per ½ ton pickup truck load) |
$10.00 |
| Pine Straw (per acre bid) |
Bid Price |
| Palmetto Drupes (Daily State Forest Use Permit) |
$10.00/day |
| Worm Harvesting (Grunting) (per year) |
$55.00/site |
| Apiary (per site of 50 hives/year) |
$60.00/site |
| Grazing (bids solicited for each site) |
Bid price |
| Water Rates (Blackwater River SF) (per 1,000 gallons) |
$1.50 |
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Bird or Fox Dog Field Trial Event Entrance Fee (per dog) |
$3.00 |
| Raccoon or Rabbit Dog Field Trail Event Entrance Fee (per dog) |
$1.00 |
State Forest Rules
In keeping with its mission to protect and manage Florida's
forest resources for the present and future enjoyment
of all Floridians, and to provide the greatest opportunity
for a quality recreational experience, the Florida Division
of Forestry has developed rules which apply to all visitors.
General
- Possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited where
posted.
- Off-highway motorcycles (OHM’s) and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are prohibited,
except as noted under 'Off Highway Vehicle Fees'.
- Removal or destruction of cultural artifacts, plants or animals is prohibited (with the
exception of legal game during scheduled hunts).
- Please take all garbage with you when you leave the
forest if a container is not available in the area that
you visit.
- LEASHED PETS are welcome on most state forests in designated
areas. Please check with the state forest you plan to
visit.
- ALL HORSES must have proof of current negative Coggins Test results when on state lands.
- HUNTING and FISHING in state forests are regulated by
the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, according
to published seasons, license requirements, etc. Hunting requires a license and permit and is allowed only during established seasons.
On the Road
- Speed limit on all roads within the forest is 30 mph
unless posted otherwise.
- Drive on designated roads only.
- Do not obstruct roads, gates or fire lines.
In and Around Waterways
- Swim at your own risk. Where posted, swim only within designated
areas
- No rope swings, or diving from stream banks, or trees.
- For safety reasons, glass containers are not allowed
on any state forest waterways.
Contact Us
Because of the diversity of activities and resources, it is highly recommended that visitors contact the state forest beforehand to clarify any reservation requirements, fees or other considerations that may apply.
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