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Temporarily Closed
Notice: The Big Scrub Recreation Area trail system is temporarily closed for maintenance, weather conditions, or seasonal restrictions.
Check official sources or contact local authorities for reopening information and current status.
Check official sources or contact local authorities for reopening information and current status.
Big Scrub Recreation Area, located in Florida's Ocala National Forest, provides direct access to the 47-mile Ocala Adventure Trail--set within the world's largest sand-pine scrub ecosystem. The terrain features flat, sandy single-track with fast-flowing stretches, beamed corners, and pine/oak corridors, offering a smooth, jump-free ride focused on endurance and sand stability.
A paved staging area at Blue Sink and a 62-site campground with ride-in access support extended stays. Ideal for beginner to intermediate riders, the area can get busy on winter weekends, and the entry road may be rough--making preparation and patience key.Dirt Bike Trail System
Big Scrub Recreation Area
AKA: Big Scrub Trails, The Big Scrub, Ocala Adventure Trail, Blue Sink OHV Corral, Ocala National Forest, Farles Prairie, Centennial Trail
Umatilla, FL
Off-Road Trails
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Awesome
Approximate Size
25,600 acres (40 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
47 miles
Elevation Range
100 to 150 ft.
Operating Season
Daily Year-Round
About Big Scrub Recreation Area
Big Scrub Recreation Area, located in Florida's Ocala National Forest, provides direct access to the 47-mile Ocala Adventure Trail--set within the world's largest sand-pine scrub ecosystem. The terrain features flat, sandy single-track with fast-flowing stretches, beamed corners, and pine/oak corridors, offering a smooth, jump-free ride focused on endurance and sand stability. A paved staging area at Blue Sink and a 62-site campground with ride-in access support extended stays. Ideal for beginner to intermediate riders, the area can get busy on winter weekends, and the entry road may be...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Little
Hard Pack
Little
Sand
Mostly
Rocks
None
Natural Features
Trees
Many
Steep Hills
None
Water Crossings
None
Trail Features
Small Jumps
None
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Many
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
None
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Rider Traffic
Many
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Mostly
Amateur Terrain
Little
Expert Terrain
None
Terrain Difficulty
Mostly beginner-intermediate terrain.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Camping
Camping is allowed in developed sites only.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
OHV Trail Pass
Regulations
Florida law requires OHVs to be titled when operating on public land. Proof of ownership is required when operating machines.
Official Information
https://www.ocalamarion.com/directory/ocala-centennial-ohv-trail/Operating Season
Daily Year-Round
Trailhead Coordinates
29.0663572, -81.7552881
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