NOTE: most District-managed campgrounds and properties, including trails and day-use areas, are still closed due to Hurricane Milton impacts.

The following preserves have reopened: Weekiwachee, H‏álpata Tastanaki, Flying Eagle, Potts and Lake Panasoffkee. All campgrounds will remain closed until through Nov. 1, with phased openings based on conditions. Visit WaterMatters.org/EOC for the latest updates.

Outdoor Recreation

Nature-friendly outdoor recreation in Florida offers an easy and enjoyable experience while ensuring the land is protected. These activities include birding, boating, picnicking, canoeing, hiking, fishing, inline skating, bicycling, hunting, camping and equestrian pursuits. Dogs on a leash are allowed on some lands in designated areas, and some of our lands are handicap accessible. In keeping with the purpose for which these lands were acquired, your experience will be close to nature. This means mostly unpaved roads, portable restrooms and nature's beauty all around you.