Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Overnight Camping Permit

From Recreation.gov

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is experiencing increasingly dry weather conditions and low water levels which are impacting access to several water trails and paddle-in camping platforms. Visit the [Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge website][1] for current conditions. [1]: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/okefenokee

Osceola 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…

Osceola 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…

Osceola 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…

Osceola National Forest

Alcoholic Beverages

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

Osceola 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…