Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Cottondale, 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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Morning Star Road trail is a slightly winding drive through stands of old and young southern pine trees, scrub, and flatlands. A slight hill near the east end of the trail provides an excellent elevated…
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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…
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Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K is a scenic and dynamic trail that changes dramatically with the weather. When dry, it's an easy and enjoyable ride--rated a 2--offering sandy terrain and beautiful forest views. But…
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Bill Dick, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 108, 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…
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East Entrance Trail is the primary entrance to the eastern side of the Silver Lake WMA. As with most Georgia WMAs, a valid hunting or fishing license is required to access the WMA property. The…
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Mercer FS 105 is a mellow, one-lane forest road that's smooth and sandy when dry--perfect for a relaxing cruise through the woods. The trail offers several great dispersed campsites and serves as a gateway to…
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Apalachicola National Forest Road 108-D connects Mercer Trail at the west end and Bill Dick at the east end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest and gives you access…
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The East Side loop is a combination of three trail segments making up the south, east, and north sections of the loop. The south segment is level packed dirt with a few shallow potholes that…
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This trail winds through a beautiful stretch of forest filled with big, tall pines and classic Florida terrain. The road is mostly sandy with a few muddy sections that can become problematic and less enjoyable…
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Five Points, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 112, connects Bill Dick Trail at the north end and County Road 65 at the south end. It takes you through the southwest part of the…
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Old Pete, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 173, connects Lewis Trail at the north end and Larkin Trail at the south end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National…
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Evano West, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 103, connects Evano South at the west end and County Road 65 at the east end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola…
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Judy, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 174, connects Lewis Trail at the north end and Larkin Trail at the south end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest…
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Larkin Trail is a scenic and peaceful route through the Apalachicola National Forest, offering a mix of one- and two-lane sections along a soft, sandy surface. The trail winds through tall pine stands and opens…
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Starting right off Highway 65, Bow West runs for 5.2 miles into a cool, swampy stretch of classic Florida backcountry. While not particularly technical or scenic, it offers a peaceful drive with a few side…
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Evano South (FS 103) is a scenic two-track winding through the Apalachicola National Forest. This trail offers a quiet, laid-back ride with dense pine stands and subtle changes in terrain. It's well-suited for a slower…
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This bumpy, sandy two-track in the Apalachicola National Forest is a fairly uneventful route, serving primarily as a connector to more interesting nearby trails. While it doesn't offer much in terms of scenery or technical…
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Jensen, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 112-H, is a dead-end road that starts at the Five Points Trail. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Hostage Branch…
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Raum, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 172, connects Larkin Trail at the north end and State Route 379 at the south end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National…
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Freshly graded and well-maintained, this main thoroughfare cuts through Tates Hell with ease. It's a wide, fast-moving route ideal for connecting deeper into the forest or staging for a day of trail exploration. The surface…
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This route begins in a wide open clear-cut area before gradually working its way back into a more forested setting and ultimately ending at the river's edge. Along the way, there are plenty of flat,…
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Rock Pond (FS-141) is a scenic trail that leads to a great camping spot at the end, with a few other decent sites along the way. The trail offers a pleasant mix of terrain, but…
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