Apalachicola National Forest

AKA: Silver Lake OHV TrailheadSpringhill Motorcycle Trailhead, Silver Lake OHV Trailhead, North Oak OHV Trailhead, Vinzant OHV Trailhead, Springhill Motorcycle Trailhead

Summary


This popular area has over 100 miles of motorized trails with several small scattered play areas. The trails are mostly smooth and sandy but flat. There are several staging areas to access the trail system but Silver Lake and Springhill are the preferred spots for large trailers since the parking lots are paved with plenty of turnaround room. The North Oak Staging Area is smaller but consists of loose sand (please note that the only trailhead with ATV access is Silver Lake). The road that leads to Vinzant Staging Area is normally passable even during wet weather but the trail is prone to flooding. A trail pass is required to ride and can be purchased at any of the staging areas (currently only three day or annual passes are available).

{ Last know status: Open | Approximate size: Unknown Mile(s) | Last updated: June 12, 2020 }

Terrain Experience Level


Expert
Some
Advanced
Some
Intermediate
Some
Beginner
Mostly

Terrain


Rhythm Section
Unknown
Roots
Unknown
Mud
Some
Sand
Mostly
Jumps
None
Hill Climbs
None
Hard Pack
Some
Gravle
Unknown
Large Loose Rocks
None
Other Hazards
Some

Allowed Vehicles


Motorcycle
Allowed
ATV
Allowed
4x4
Not Allowed
SxS
Allowed
Snowmobile
Unknown

Details


Nearest City

Nearest city to Apalachicola National Forest is Tallahassee, Florida


Google Map

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https://www.google.com/maps/place/Tallahassee%2C+FL

Spark Arrestor

A spark arrestor or exhaust cap is required

Noise Limit

Limit of: 96 db

Max Vehicle Width

Max Width of: 50 inches

Open Dates

year-round

Fee for parking

$3.00 silver lake recreation area day use and parking fee

Fee for riding

$10.00 per rider cost of 3-day pass, annual pass - $75/rider

FS

Apalachicola National Forest - Apalachicola Ranger District 11152 NW SR 20 Bristol, FL 32321 (866) 607-2016


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http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/apalachicola/recreation/ohv

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Trail Information: Silver Lake Recreation Area

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Located 8 miles west of Tallahassee on State Highway 20, Silver Lake is the largest recreation area in the Apalachicola National Forest. Large pine and moss-draped cypress create a beautiful backdrop for a spring-fed lake. People most often visit here to picnic at one of 45 picnic tables, swim off the 250-foot white sand beach, or hike the mile-long interpretive trail. Nonmotorized boats are allowed on the 15-acre lake where you might reel-in a largemouth bass, brim, or catfish. The landscape consists mos

{ Last know status: Open | Approximate size: Unknown Mile(s) | Last updated: June 09, 2020 }

Terrain Experience Level


Unknown

Terrain


Rhythm Section
Unknown
Roots
Unknown
Mud
Unknown
Sand
Unknown
Jumps
Unknown
Hill Climbs
Unknown
Hard Pack
Unknown
Gravle
Unknown
Large Loose Rocks
Unknown
Other Hazards
Unknown

Allowed Vehicles


Motorcycle
Allowed
ATV
Unknown
4x4
Unknown
SxS
Unknown
Snowmobile
Unknown

Trail Points

Known points on this trail


Trail Start

Starting point for Silver Lake Recreation Area

FS Regulation

Only non-motorized boats are allowed on the lake. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed.

Fee

$3.00/vehicle for day use area. There is a separate fee to use the OHV trails.

Forest Service Links


Forest Service Page

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http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/apalachicola/recarea/?recid=75238

Directions

From I-10 to Tallahassee go through the intersection of State Highways 263 and 20. Follow SR 20 west approximately 4 miles, then south onto County Road 260. Go about 4 miles and turn left at the Silver Lake sign.

General Notes

The picnic area is accessible.

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Trail Information: Silver Lake OHV Trailhead

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OHV trailhead access for the ATV Trail System. The parking area is located inside Silver Lake Recreation Area, off to the right as you enter the recreation area.

{ Last know status: Open | Approximate size: Unknown Mile(s) | Last updated: June 13, 2020 }

Terrain Experience Level


Unknown

Terrain


Rhythm Section
Unknown
Roots
Unknown
Mud
Unknown
Sand
Unknown
Jumps
Unknown
Hill Climbs
Unknown
Hard Pack
Unknown
Gravle
Unknown
Large Loose Rocks
Unknown
Other Hazards
Unknown

Allowed Vehicles


Motorcycle
Allowed
ATV
Unknown
4x4
Unknown
SxS
Unknown
Snowmobile
Unknown

Trail Points

Known points on this trail


Trail Start

Starting point for Silver Lake OHV Trailhead

FS Regulation

Please see our passes & permits page for more information. No alcohol. Parking to access OHV trails is allowed only at designated OHV trailheads.

Fee

Riders pay $75 per operator per year; $10 per operator for 3 days. Passes available.

Forest Service Links


Forest Service Page

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http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/apalachicola/recarea/?recid=75268


Silver Lake Recreation Area

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http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/apalachicola/recarea/?recid=75238

General Notes

TYPES OF VEHICLES LICENSED VEHICLES registered with the state, legal on public roads. Display metal license plate with serially numbered validation decal. Carry registration certificate. OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE (OHV) includes all terrain vehicles (ATVs), recreational off highway vehicles (ROVs), or off highway motorcycles (OHMs). Not registered or licensed for use on public roads. ROV DEFINITION: motorized recreational off highway vehicle 60 inches or less in width, dry weight 1,500 pounds or less, fthe non-h

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