Ocala National Forest is one of three National Forests in Florida. Spanning 385,000 acres, Ocala is the second largest National Forest in Florida. Exploring Ocala National Forest can be done in many ways such as hiking, boating, horseback, OHV, ATV, and street-legal vehicles. Ocala National Forest is great for anyone looking to hunt, camp, watch wildlife, visit a shooting range, or even see the Naval Bombing Range!
National Forest Road 46 is a sandy trail that runs through Ocala National Forest. Drivers will navigate through vegetation attempting to retake the trail. Plenty of orange and white sandy areas with some mud to drive through in the deep forest areas. Once out of the dense forest area FR46 opens up to multiple great scenic areas where the trees and sky seem to touch. Hikers will also appreciate FR46 as a trailhead for Pat's Island is located on this trail.
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At the intersection of FL-40 and Country Line Road 314A, take County Line Road 314A north for almost 4.5 miles. There will be a dirt road on the right/east side; turn onto it. Follow it for about 2.2 miles and there will be an intersection for FR05-18.4, turn north and go one mile. There will be an intersection for FR46, turn east and the trail will start here.
The trail will be very narrow between the trailhead and FR09, divers can expect pinstriping in this area. For drivers who wish to prevent pinstriping, start FR46 in reverse and stop once at the intersection of FR09.
FR46 is one of Ocala's better trails! The beginning is difficult as it is very narrow. However the trail eventually widens and is a good drive!
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Jeff is an outdoor enthusiast located in the central Florida area. He enjoys exploring Florida's less traveled roads, visiting historic sites, and getting away from the city. While on trails Jeff is a huge supporter of tread lightly and believes in, "take out what you take in."
A love for vehicles has recently brought Jeff to the world of off-roading. He is still new to the game but is enthusiastic about learning new techniques, vehicles, equipment, technology, and bringing all together to contribute to TrailsOffoad.
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