Dogs are welcome on trails across all three forests, including Florida National Scenic Trail segments, and at most of the 118 developed recreation sites. Leash at campgrounds and day-use areas and keep pets under control in the designated wilderness.
Developed swimming areas at Ocala's popular springs, such as Salt Springs, Juniper, Alexander, and Silver Glen, do not allow pets in the water.
A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads. On the general forest and most trails there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
The three national forests in Florida, Ocala, Osceola, and Apalachicola, cover 1.2 million acres of wetlands, springs, and pine, with more than 1,400 miles of trail open to dogs. Dogs are welcome on trails across all three forests, including Florida National Scenic Trail segments, and at most of the 118 developed recreation sites. Leash at campgrounds and day-use areas and keep pets under control in the designated wilderness.
A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads. On the general forest and most trails there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times.
Developed swimming areas at Ocala's popular springs, such as Salt Springs, Juniper, Alexander, and Silver Glen, do not allow pets in the water.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.