Tiger Bay State Forest Foster Pavilion
Open — Open year-round for day use from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily. The Rima Ridge gate closes at 8:00 PM. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance.
Cold Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 12:35AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 26 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 possible. * WHERE...Inland Volusia and Lake Counties. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM to 9 AM EST Wednesday. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Wind chills this cold could be hazardous for those without access to adequate warmth, clothing, or shelter.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:35AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 26 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 possible. * WHERE...Inland Volusia and Lake Counties. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM to 9 AM EST Wednesday. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Wind chills this cold could be hazardous for those without access to adequate warmth, clothing, or shelter.
About
Foster Pavilion is a day-use only recreation area located adjacent to the Tram Road Equestrian Recreation Area on the north side of Tiger Bay State Forest in Volusia County. The facility features a covered picnic pavilion with a maximum capacity of 36 people, a large grill for cooking, and a portable toilet. This is an ideal location for afternoon cookouts, picnicking, or as a staging area for equestrian activities, as it is surrounded by horse corrals and riding facilities. The pavilion is available by reservation through Reserve America and operates year-round from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily. Parking is available for up to 10 vehicles. The gate on Rima Ridge closes at 8:00 PM. Pets are allowed on leash. Day-use fees apply, and reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance. Tiger Bay State Forest encompasses over 30,000 acres of diverse habitats including pine flatwoods, hardwood hammocks, and wetlands. The forest provides habitat for Florida black bears and bald eagles. Visitors can enjoy hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing throughout the forest.
Directions
From Exit 268 on I-95, travel west on State Road 40 for 5.6 miles. Turn left on Rima Ridge Road. Travel 2.1 miles to Tram Road. Turn left and travel east 0.1 mile to Tram Road Equestrian Area entrance on left.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Tram Road Equestrian Campground Tiger Bay State Forest 0.0mi
- Bennett Field Group Camp 2.9mi
- Bennett Field Campground Tiger Bay State Forest 6.7mi
- Tomoka State Park Campground 9.7mi
- Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area Campground 15mi
- River Forest Group Site 19mi
- Blue Spring State Park Campground 21mi
- River Road Campground Lake George State Forest 20mi
- Alexander Springs Recreation Area 26mi
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 384-5256 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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