Best Florida Riding Spots

Ride Areas / Trails


APALACHICOLA NATIONAL FOREST
Bristol, FL

Out of the 195,000 acres they have approximately 80% or trails marked very well. As far as conditions, if it rains it is a loamy riding trail otherwise it is very typical of Florida, dusty. There are many places with mud holes and fast long trails with many switchbacks and many little high speed jumps throughout the park. Also, if you own a utility quad there are many undiscovered or trails not traveled by ATV's just dirt-bikes and Jeep traffic, as all trails that are marked are done so with Jeep, Dirt-bike, and ATV signs. Each trail is two way with about a twelve foot width and is clearly marked not just at the trail heads, but along the trail every 500ft or so. Each trail has clear yellow directional arrows at "T"'s and one ways. For more information call Apalachicola or Wakulla Ranger Districts for at (850) 643-2282.

BIG CYPRESS  NATIONAL PRESERVE
Ochopee, FL

There is a big mixture of trails surrounded by pines and hardwoods. When not riding, the National Preserve is a recreational paradise with camping, canoeing, kayaking and hiking opportunities. The Big Cypress is a state-funded park, so there is overnight camping as well as pubic bathrooms. An operator’s permit, vehicle inspection, and annual vehicle permit are required. For more information call the Big Cypress Visitor Center at (941) 695-2000.

CROOM MOTORCYCLE AREA 
Brooksville, FL

Croom consists of 2600 acres of riding area with terrain ranging from hardwood hammocks and tight scrubs to numerous pits left from discontinued mining operations. Croom is open 365 days a year with very little weather limitations. Permits are required for each ATV. Overnight camping is also available. For more Information contact Withlacoochee Forestry Center at (352) 754-6777.

HORSE HOLE MUD BOG
Inglis, FL

If you like mud, this place is probably for you. A large mud bogging area for trucks with a designated ATV area with contests and events. No dirtbikes or 3 wheelers allowed. Families weclome as there is a No Drive Area where parents will not have to worry about their children being in danger.

MALLORY SWAMP
Lafayette County, FL  

This is a seasonal riding opportunity for ATVs, offering 38 miles of loop trails on existing forest roads. There is overnight parking and bathrooms.

MUD MUCKERS
Bunnell, FL

This is a new ATV park that has opened in Flagler county.It's located in Bunnell,FL between Daytona Beach and Jacksonville. With 19,000 acres of trailriding,Circle Mud track,and mud drag strip we offer overnite camping with hot showers. Every event we have new bands playing on Saturday nights.

OCALA NATIONAL FOREST
Ocala, FL


The Ocala National Forest offers a variety of riding opportunities for Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts. OHV trail status can change frequently.

There are three types of motorized opportunities on the forest:

  • off road motorcycle trails (narrow trail),
  • all terrain vehicles (ATV) and off road motorcycles shared use trails (wider trail)
  • mixed-use roads that allow ATV and off road motorcycles use.

OSCEOLA NATIONAL FOREST
Olustee, FL

The Osceola National Forest offers many enjoyable locations to ride ATVs. While the Forest Service has not designated or marked specific ORV trails, there are many unnumbered roads and travel ways that zigzag throughout the forest where you may ride. For more information call Osceola Ranger District for details at (386) 752-2577.


Springhill Motorcycle Trail Head
Sopchoppy, FL (Florida Panhandle)


The Apalachicola National Forest is the largest U.S. National Forest in the state of Florida. It encompasses 632,890 acres and is the only national forest located in the Florida Panhandle. 
Phone: (850) 643-2282 


Tracks
 

BARTOW MOTOCROSS PARK 
Bartow, FL 

Bartow has a one-mile-plus main track, that is lighted and irrigated. The surface ranges from soft to medium pack. The terrain has elevation changes. The jumps are between 35 and 75 feet, and consist of tables, doubles, singles to tables and tables to singles, step-ups and step-downs. There is also an open riding area that is sand, and a Peewee Beginner track. For more information call (863) 533-5302)

BOSTWICK CREEK MOTOCROSS PARK
Green Cove Springs, FL

The main track is a rich black dirt, soft loam, and outdoor style track. It is motocross style with plenty of safe and fun jumps to please both the beginner and pro rider. Their Peewee track features a lot of challenges for all levels, various tabletops, bowl turns, singles and big roller hills. There are also wooded area trails with A, B and C loops surrounding the outer edge of the 60 acres.
Bike wash area is available. Overnight camping is provided, and 30-amp RV hookups are available.

DADE CITY RACEWAY
Dade City, FL

There is a night track that is all clay, and well lighted. The day track is combination of clay and sand sections. The facility has permanent bathrooms with showers. No electric, but scattered water outlets for RV hook-ups and bike wash. There are good concessions, and plenty of grandstands with good viewing for night races.  For more information call (352) 588-4697)

GATORBACK CYCLE PARK
Gainesville, FL

This track is home to round three of the GNC National. It is a mix of hard pack and sand, has radical elevation changes with plenty of obstacles.  The facility has separate supercross, vintage, and hare scrambles tracks.  Plenty of pit parking with bike wash and some water outlets at south end of pits.  No electric, RV’s should be self-contained.  There are plenty of bleachers, portable restrooms, good food concession and accessory vendors. For more information call 813-470-7498

HARDROCK CYCLE PARK
Ocala, FL


The main motocross track is two miles long with elevation changes of over 100 feet.  It is a technical, hard pack track with some loamy corners and several uphill step-ups. There is also a hare scrambles course, a sand track, and a peewee track; an Outback track is an intermediate track that is all tabletops and small elevation changes. Their Rollercoaster track is 40 feet wide and is all natural terrain. There are indoor restrooms with showers, and RV water and electric hookups. You can also camp overnight without the RV hookup.  Plenty of pit space, with some trees for those hot summer days.  A parts and accessory shop is on site, which also has snacks and drinks available for practice sessions.  Full food menu is available at all races. For more information call (352) 732-6697.

PAX TRAX MOTORCROSS PARK
Bunnell, FL 

Pax Trax Motocross Park is located in Bunnell, FL. Founded in 1995, their commitment, experience, and expertise has established a business relationship with their customers that will last a lifetime! Please call the track at (386) 437-7191 for up to date information on track and weather conditions, hours, and fees. All are subject to change at any time.