Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Grand Ridge, 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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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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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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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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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 view of the WMA property. Morning Star provides a connector between East End Loop and the lower p...
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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 East End Trail is primarily packed dirt with a crushed rock surface. The trail is almost two vehicles wide...
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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 may hold water in wet weather. The east segment is also packed dirt with a few gentle grades. The north segme...
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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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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 National Forest along Western Branch and gives you access to a few OHV and off-road trails in the area...
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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 challenges, it's a solid option for covering ground or accessing deeper parts...
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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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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 is smooth hardpack with minimal obstacles, making it suitable for most vehic...
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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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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 National Forest along Fillman Hill Bay and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails in the ...
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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 pace, with the occasional bump and soft sand to keep things interesting. Some sec...
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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 during the rainy season, the trail transforms into a mini "Gunshot"-style drop-in, reminisc...
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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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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 a wide array of spur roads and deeper access into the surrounding forest. However, due to a...
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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 to the Bonnet Pond and the Florida National Scenic Trail. The road conditions are a mixture of...
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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

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 National Forest along Western Branch and gives you access to a few OHV and off-road trails in the area...
Learn more about Evano West - FS 103

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 challenges, it's a solid option for covering ground or accessing deeper parts...
Learn more about Hosford - FS 132

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

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

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 National Forest along Western Branch and gives you access to a few OHV and off-road trails in the area...
Learn more about Evano West - FS 103

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 challenges, it's a solid option for covering ground or accessing deeper parts...
Learn more about Hosford - FS 132

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