Ocala National Forest Road 19-14.8

Trail Overview

The Ocala National Forest Road 19-14.8 is one of many trails along power lines. The majority of them are very popular. This one is a hidden gem, not so easy to find, you'll probably be on your own. The trail takes you from US Highway 40 to the Juniper Springs Run take-out point (no vehicle access, but you can walk and use the restroom if needed) in the eastern part of the Ocala National Forest. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes that can turn into 2-foot deep mud holes after rainy days. The road is not always wide enough for two vehicles to pass. 4WD and high clearance are recommended. All vehicles must be street legal. Ocala National Forest is in Florida, north of Orlando. It's known for its large areas of sand pine scrub forest. The Juniper Springs, Alexander Springs, and Salt Springs recreation areas have natural pools and canoe runs. Hundreds of lakes and ponds include Lake Kerr and the enormous Lake George.

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Difficulty

This trail features several deep sand areas that can be tricky after heavy rain, and rutting on the road may cause issues for low-clearance vehicles.

Technical Rating

Ocala National Forest Road 19-14.8 can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike