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Withacoohee State Forest

Crystal River, FL
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Type: Forests
Activities: Biking, Hiking, Horse riding
Description: This forest has many trails to explore, whether by foot, bike or horse.
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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

There are two Withlacoochee rivers, one way up north. this one is in counties surrounding Crystal River. There are many stretches that are great paddling. Beautiful water fowl, etc.

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Alligator Point, Florida
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41 reviews 41 reviews
19 attraction reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

went to look for fishing location. would have to drive 5 miles down the dirt road to get to beach and hopefully find a good spot along the canel till u hit the beach....maybe when the water is warmer.

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Hernando, Florida
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26 reviews 26 reviews
26 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2012

This was fun as a group to explore some caves a hike around for a while. Not something I would do again soon. I would rather be on the water in this area, so much more to do.

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Tampa, Florida
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59 reviews 59 reviews
46 attraction reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

46 miles of trails that can promise you a thrill. Travel through many environments and be prepared for elevation changes! This is not "flat Florida" Make sure you carry water as these trails are dry. Call Dept of forestry to obtain permit prior to hiking as portions open to hunters in season - . 3 local campgrounds and a colony... More

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Illinois
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We walked along the trails, which were kept very clean and clear. The shade from the trees made walking very enjoyable.

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Miami, Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

I heard about this place from the Captain at River Ventures (great manatee touring company) and decided to check it out before coming home to Miami. I am glad I did. The caves were difficult to find, I suggest you google map (peace cave) before going...it was pretty fantastic to be near caves that are wild and unkept. We had... More

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Dunnellon, Florida
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66 reviews 66 reviews
30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

Love the forests of FL - always cool to visit and hike and kayak!

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Winterset, Iowa
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Great trails for walking. We also drove down one of the logging trails, but we did have a Jeep. It was sandy.

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Tampa, Florida
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72 reviews 72 reviews
21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
121 helpful votes 121 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2010

This is a State of Florida Forrestry Property with the majority of the property being in Citrus County and some flowing into Hernando and maybe Sumter County. Equestrian, hiking, camping and hunting facilities this huge tract of land changes faces with the seasons. There's a cool ranger named Sid Taylor that works at the Tillis Hill location (campground and equestrian)... More

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