Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Chipley, Florida

Rock Pond Road winds through the northern part of Section A of the Apalachee WMA. Unlike other roads through the Apalachee WMA, Rock Pond Road is generally open year-round outside of defined game hunting periods. Rock Pond Road is a relatively flat, packed dirt trail with several soft areas that wil...
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Point Washington State Forest 1 offers offroaders an easy but engaging journey through scenic pine flatwoods, making it a perfect adventure for those looking to experience Florida's unique coastal ecosystems. Spanning roughly 9 miles of flat terrain with minimal elevation changes, this trail primari...
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This is an entrance trail off of Highway 98 that leads to the main Point Washington State Forest 1 trail. It is marked with public signage visible from Highway 98; however, proceed with caution when exiting the Highway and reducing speed. This is a sandy trail that leads to an open, sandier area and...
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Point Washington State Forest 2 offers a scenic off-road drive through Florida’s coastal pine flatwoods, making it a perfect adventure for those seeking a mix of easy cruising and occasional sandy challenges. Spanning approximately 5.5 miles near the communities of Seaside and Seagrove Beach, this f...
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Road 7 is a short 1.1-mile sandy access road in Point Washington State Forest that takes about 15 minutes one way and dead-ends at the Eastern Lake Campground. The road is mostly single-lane with occasional pull-offs for passing and can become soft in dry conditions, though it is generally easy and ...
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This is a connection trail for Point Washington State Forest trails 1 & 2. There is signage as well at the fork in the road if you are going westbound. This section is just like the main trail, with sand and the occasional mud due to any recent rainfall.
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Little Gully Creek, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 150, is a dead-end road that starts at County Road 12. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest into the Johnson Juniper Swamp and gives you access to a few OHV trails and the Florida National Scen...
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This trail is mostly loose sand, with some muddy, rutted areas depending on recent rainfall, and also features a water crossing. There is a walkable path to the side of the trail to help gauge water depth. This trail is also shared with hikers/bikers. It is clearly marked where they are able to cros...
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This is a down-and-back loop due to a "No Motorized Use" sign at the end of the trail. This is a sandy route with multiple water crossings. Water depth can vary due to the amount of rain. There is a walkable trail off to the left of the crossing to gauge the depth of water. This trail also intersect...
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Mercer West, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 105, connects Mercer Trail at the east end and County Road 12 at the west end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Camel Pond and gives you access to Camel Pond Recreation Area with Restrooms, ...
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Star Pond Trail is an out-and-back trail leading to one of the managed fishing ponds in the Silver Lake WMA. The trail is mostly grass with some areas that are prone to potholes or ruts that have been remediated with crushed rock to provide a stable surface. The trail crosses a slight ridge (110') a...
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Frog Pond Road trail is an interesting winding trail through pine forest that features its namesake, Frog Pond, about a half mile from its eastern end at the intersection with Yates Spring Road. Several sections also feature mature oaks with plenty of Spanish Moss to make for a picturesque drive. Th...
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Lake Lane is the primary entrance into the western section of the Silver Lake WMA. The management office and maintenance buildings will be the first things you pass as you enter the WMA. The trail surface is primarily packed dirt with several grassy sections. There is only one pothole that tends to ...
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Point Washington State Forest 4 is a scenic off-road trail tailored for drivers looking to navigate the coastal pine flatwoods of Florida's panhandle on a short, 1.3-mile route. Branching off directly from US Highway 98 West, this unpaved track introduces offroaders to a mix of smooth sand surfaces ...
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This easy trail through the state forest is a mix of gravel and loose sand. During heavy rain, there are some mud puddles to splash in. Very easy drive. There is no dispersed camping along the trail, and the side roads have been closed due to restoration. This trail features a creepy pet cemetery.
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This trail is accessible off of County Highway 283. This trail features loose sand and mud, and some sections are very narrow. Some tiny mud holes may be present after a rainstorm. Maintain the posted speed of 15mph due to oncoming traffic, hikers, and bicyclists. This is mainly pine woods forest wi...
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Road 31 is a short access trail off the main highway in Point Washington State Forest that leads into the forest and connects to the main forest road system. At less than a mile long, it’s an easy drive that can be completed in just a few minutes. The surface is mostly hard-packed sand, making it ac...
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With a name like Ten Mile Still Road, you would think there was some interesting history to go along with the name. Unfortunately, an internet search came up empty. The fact that the distance from its intersection with Hwy 253 to the end at the Ten Mile Still boat ramp is right at ten miles might gi...
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Big Gully Creek South is a smooth, sandy, and fun winding trail that leads you through a scenic stretch of forest. It intersects at a large four-way junction, making it a key connector in the area and providing access to Camel Lake and Camel Lake Campground. The trail is well-maintained and easy to ...
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Big Gulley - 121 is a narrow, one-lane sandy road that offers a laid-back drive through the forest--until you hit the single deep mud hole. This obstacle has a soft bottom and can become especially tricky after rain, requiring a careful approach and possibly 4WD. The rest of the trail is relatively ...
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Little Gully Creek, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 150, is a dead-end road that starts at County Road 12. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest into the Johnson Juniper Swamp and gives you access to a few OHV trails and the Florida National Scen...
Learn more about Little Gully Creek - FS 150

Mercer West, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 105, connects Mercer Trail at the east end and County Road 12 at the west end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Camel Pond and gives you access to Camel Pond Recreation Area with Restrooms, ...
Learn more about Mercer West - FS 105

Big Gully Creek South is a smooth, sandy, and fun winding trail that leads you through a scenic stretch of forest. It intersects at a large four-way junction, making it a key connector in the area and providing access to Camel Lake and Camel Lake Campground. The trail is well-maintained and easy to ...
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Big Gulley - 121 is a narrow, one-lane sandy road that offers a laid-back drive through the forest--until you hit the single deep mud hole. This obstacle has a soft bottom and can become especially tricky after rain, requiring a careful approach and possibly 4WD. The rest of the trail is relatively ...
Learn more about Big Gulley - FS 121

Little Gully Creek, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 150, is a dead-end road that starts at County Road 12. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest into the Johnson Juniper Swamp and gives you access to a few OHV trails and the Florida National Scen...
Learn more about Little Gully Creek - FS 150

Mercer West, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 105, connects Mercer Trail at the east end and County Road 12 at the west end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Camel Pond and gives you access to Camel Pond Recreation Area with Restrooms, ...
Learn more about Mercer West - FS 105

Big Gully Creek South is a smooth, sandy, and fun winding trail that leads you through a scenic stretch of forest. It intersects at a large four-way junction, making it a key connector in the area and providing access to Camel Lake and Camel Lake Campground. The trail is well-maintained and easy to ...
Learn more about Big Gully Creek South - FS 131

Big Gulley - 121 is a narrow, one-lane sandy road that offers a laid-back drive through the forest--until you hit the single deep mud hole. This obstacle has a soft bottom and can become especially tricky after rain, requiring a careful approach and possibly 4WD. The rest of the trail is relatively ...
Learn more about Big Gulley - FS 121