Seminole State Forest

Flood Warning issued October 13 at 9:38PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties. .The St Johns River at Astor is forecast to remain in Minor Flood Stage this week. However, northerly winds this weekend may lead to rising river levels. For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. This approaches the flood of record. * WHERE...St Johns River near Astor. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 2.8 feet, Docks and boat ramps covered at South Moon Fish Camp and approaching sea wall at Blair's Jungle Den. Water approaching sites closest to the river at Fish Tales RV Resort and Astor Landing Campground. Portion of Clair Street covered by river water south of the Butler Boat Ramp. Docks underwater at the Astor Bridge Marina and along Riveredge Drive. Portions of Fox Road are covered with water nearest to the river. Acorn, Hazelnut and Redbud roads are underwater with yards inundated. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM EDT Tuesday the stage was 2.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM EDT Tuesday was 3.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood stage at 2.8 feet. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Ocala National Forest

Travel Management & Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forest Service are reviewing the Executive Order, entitled "Removing Unnecessary and Counterproductive Restrictions on Access to Federal Lands" issued May 29, 2026, that may affect travel management on National Forest System lands. Any changes to public…

Ocala National Forest

Fire Restrictions in Effect for Ocala National Forest

The Ocala National Forest is under stage 1 fire restrictions. Exemptions include developed campsites with Forest Service provided campfire rings and grills. Dispersed campers who wish to have fires must use propane; charcoal is authorized for grilling purposes. All residents must conform to the…

Ocala National Forest

Prospect Bluff Historic Site Closure Order

Authorities and Geographic Applicability. Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.53(c), this Forest Order: (1) Closes the Prospect Bluff Historic Site in its entirety for the preservation of objects or areas of historical, archaeological, geological, or paleontological interest. The…

Ocala National Forest

Alcoholic Beverages

Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.

Ocala National Forest

Camping in excess of 14 days

The following activities are not allowed per this order:Camping in excess of 14 days in a 30-day period unless otherwise posted.Public nudity.Swimming in a body of water within a developed recreation area not designated for this use.SCUBA unless posted.Fishing within 50 yards of a boat ramp…