Osceola - FR235 (3.08 miles away)
Sanderson, Florida
Bear Bay
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Osceola National Forest is one of three National Forests in Florida. Spanning 266,000 acres, Osceola is the smallest of Florida's National Forests. Exploring Osceola National Forest can be done in many ways such as hiking, ATVs, horseback, and street-legal vehicles. Ocala National Forest is great for anyone looking to hunt, camp, watch wildlife, or visit the Lewis D. Whitaker shooting range! National Forest Road 205 is centrally located on the eastern side of Osceola National Forest. The trail is surrounded by tree clearings and was an ex-logging road. Bear Bay makes drivers weave through forest and swampland, traversing over dirt and limestone. During Florida's wet seasons, Bear Bay is subjected to multiple water crossings and mud. It is best suited for high clearance vehicles with 4x4 capability.
Camping is not allowed on Bear Bay, however nearby on FR202 there is East Tower Hunt Camp. East Tower Hunt Camp is an improved campsite with grills, toilets, drinking water, and parking. The camp can also handle up to medium-sized RVs and trailers. For more info and campsite reservations please visit East Tower Hunt Camp and Osceola Ranger Station.
