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The Mallory Swamp trail system, located in a Wildlife Management Area near Gainesville, Florida, offers over 35 miles of trails for riders. The riding experience is geared primarily towards beginners and novices, as the trails are typically wide, flat, and follow hard-packed forest roads with occasional sandy sections. This is not a technical single-track area, but rather a relaxed, multi-use trail system shared with ATVs, making it suitable for a casual day of riding.
This is a seasonal riding area that is closed for an extended period each year for hunting season, typically from late September through late April. It is essential to verify the exact open dates before planning a trip. There is no fee to ride, but all visitors must stop at the kiosk in the main staging area to fill out a required free daily-use permit. The facility provides a large grassy parking area and restrooms, with overnight parking also available.Dirt Bike Trail System
Mallory Swamp ATV Trail
AKA: Lafayette County, Mallory Swamp Wildlife Management Area
Mayo, FL
Trail System Statistics
Braaply Rating
Good
Approximate Size
30,501 acres (48 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
35 miles
Elevation Range
60 to 90 ft.
Operating Season
April through late September
About Mallory Swamp ATV Trail
The Mallory Swamp trail system, located in a Wildlife Management Area near Gainesville, Florida, offers over 35 miles of trails for riders. The riding experience is geared primarily towards beginners and novices, as the trails are typically wide, flat, and follow hard-packed forest roads with occasional sandy sections. This is not a technical single-track area, but rather a relaxed, multi-use trail system shared with ATVs, making it suitable for a casual day of riding. This is a seasonal riding area that is closed for an extended period each year for hunting season, typically from late...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
None
Hard Pack
Mostly
Sand
Little
Rocks
None
Natural Features
Trees
Few
Steep Hills
None
Water Crossings
None
Trail Features
Small Jumps
None
Large Jumps
None
Berms
None
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
None
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
Mostly
Amateur Terrain
Few
Expert Terrain
Little
Terrain Difficulty
Terrain for a variety of skill levels.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
Special Use Authorization Permit
Regulations
Florida law requires OHVs to be titled when operating on public land. Proof of ownership is required when operating machines.
Operating Season
April through late September
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