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State Forest Fees and Other Information
 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. The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry, encourages all visitors to benefit from the use of our facilities and resources.
Please Note: The following fees are in effect as of 8/10/2007.
Entrance and Day Use Fees
Some state forest sites have day use fees for vehicle
passengers, walk-ins, bicyclists, and equestrians.
Day use fees can be paid daily by depositing fees in the
honor fee envelopes and displaying the tear-away tab on
the vehicle windshield or rear-view mirror.
Please contact the State Forest you plan to visit
for locations of day use sites requiring fees.
Day Use.......... $1.00 per person,
children under 6 admitted free.
Picnic Shelter Reservation (per day) $10.00
Kitchen/Pavilion Facilities* ( per day):
- Groups of up to 25 people: $40.00
- Groups of 26- 50 people: $60.00
- Groups of 51- 75 people: $90.00 +
- Groups of 76- 100 people: $120.00
- Groups of 101- 150 people: $180.00
- Groups over 150 people: $240.00
* Blackwater River SF: Coldwater and Bear Lake
* Lake Talquin State Forest: Bloxham Tract (Maximum capacity of 300 people. Groups over 150 will be required to provide portable toilets arranged and paid by the group.)
* Withlacoochee SF: Tillis Hill
+ Cedar Hammock Lodge at Withlacoochee SF:
Groups of up to 75 people: $25.00
Horse Facilities
Horse Stalls: $5.00
(per stall/day; includes day use fee)
Welaka SF: Horse Arenas: $25.00
(per arena/day)
Welaka SF: Show Arena: $50.00
(per day)
Dog Field Trial Events
Entrance Fee (per dog) 3.00
Annual Day Use Entrance Pass
Annual passes are available for $30, valid for one year.
This pass allows the driver and up to seven passengers
entry into any Florida State Forest (where a fee is routinely
required) for an unlimited number of visits ($1.00 for
each additional person).
To obtain an Annual Day Use Entrance Pass contact the office at any
Florida State Forest.
Discounts: Members of the Friends of Florida
State Forests support organization can purchase the
Annual Day Use Pass for a discounted fee of $20.00.
Off Highway Vehicle Fees:
Motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATV's) are prohibited
except at the Croom Motorcycle Area at Withlacoochee State
Forest and at Tate's Hell State Forest OHV Trail System. Visit www.floridaohv.org for more information.
Annual OHV Fee
| Valid July 1-June 30 |
$50.00 |
| Fee pro-rated quarterly: |
| July - September |
$50.00 |
| October - December |
$45.00 |
| January - March |
$40.00 |
| April - June |
$35.00 |
| Motorcycle Enduro Entrance Fee (per cycle) |
$15.00 |
Commercial Use Fees
Photography
(per state forest) |
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| Still commercial photography fees |
| Normal operating hours per day |
30.00 |
| After Hours additional per day |
30.00 |
| Annual fee |
300.00 |
Motion Picture and TV Production |
1-10 hours per day.................$ 300.00
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Over 10 hours per
day............$ 600.00 |
Commercial Vendor Fees |
| Canoe/Kayak
(per vessel/year) |
20.00 |
| Horse/Carriage
(per horse/year) |
20.00 |
| Bicycle
(per bike/year) |
20.00 |
| Short Term On-site Commercial Vendor
(per day) |
25.00 |
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Campsite Fees
Camping fees can be paid by using the honor fee system.
Some state forests require a State Forest Use Authorization
for camping which can be obtained at the state forest
office where you plan to visit.
Camping (per night) |
|
| Electric site with water |
$15.00 |
| Senior citizens/ disabled persons |
$8.00 |
| Non-electric sites with water |
$12.00 |
| Senior citizens/ disabled persons |
$6.00 |
| Primitive Sites |
$5.00 |
Groups & Youth Group
Camping |
Non-electric sites only
|
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| Per day/person
(minimum charge $10)- restrictions apply |
$1.00 |
| Extra Vehicle (per vehicle/day) |
$2.00 |
| Extra Person (per person/night) |
$1.00 |
Hunt Camps |
|
| Withlacoochee State Forest: |
| Richloam tract |
|
| - Archery |
$35.00 |
| - General Gun |
$70.00 |
| - Spring Turkey |
$35.00 |
| Croom tract |
| - General Gun |
$35.00 |
| Citrus tract |
| - Archery |
$35.00 |
| - Small Game |
$70.00 |
| Tate’s Hell State Forest: |
$70.00 |
4-H Fees at Welaka State Forest |
| Lodging with no meals |
$8.00 |
| (per person/day without state provided
linens) |
| Dining Hall (per day) |
$50.00 |
| Horse Stalls (per stall/day) |
$2.00 |
| Wood Shavings (per day). |
$1.00 |
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Miscellaneous |
| Special Use Fee for Privately Sponsored Activities (per day) |
$50.00 |
| (50.00 minimum for first 25 people,
$1.00 per person after first 25 people) |
| Campground Firewood (per bundle) |
$3.00 |
| Fuelwood (per ½ ton pickup truck load) ** |
$7.50 |
| Apiary (per site of 50 hives/year)** |
$40.00 |
| Grazing (bids solicited for each site)** |
Bid price |
| Water Rates at Blackwater River State Forest (per 1,000 gallons)** :
$1.50/M gals |
| ** fees are not taxed |
State Forest Use Authorizations: |
Groups: |
|
| All formal group activities (school,
church, family, and youth groups) which include picnicking,
trail use or overnight camping, require a State Forest
Use Authorization. Authorizations are also required
for all commercial use, including tour guides, sales
and rentals, and special events. |
Camping: |
Some state forests require a State Forest
Use Authorization for primitive camp sites.
Call the State Forest you plan to
visit to obtain a State Forest Use authorization. |
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Other Information
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.
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...
- Possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited where
posted.
- Motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are prohibited,
except as noted under 'Off Highway Vehicle Fees'.
- Removal of 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.
On the Road
Speed limit on all roads within the forest is 30 mph
unless posted otherwise. Drive on designated roads only.
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.
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