Bicycling
Recreation Description
Approximately 65 miles of multiuse trails.
Bicyclists are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
Florida law requires bicyclists under 16 to wear helmets.
Recreation Term
Birding
Recreation Description
Site located on western section of Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail.
Contact FWC for more information.
Recreation Term
Boating
Recreation Description
Small boat ramp available on River Road.
Withlacoochee River offers remote wilderness experience.
Recreation Term
Canoeing-Paddling
Recreation Description
Small boat ramp available on River Road.
Withlacoochee River offers remote wilderness experience.
Recreation Term
Camping
Recreation Description
Equestrian and Primitive Sites:
Separate sites available for equestrians and primitive camping.
Sites have picnic tables, fire rings and/or grills.
A free reservation is required and must be displayed or available at campground.
Backcountry Camping Sites:
High Bluff , Foster Bridge, Concession Stand and Gator Hole.
Recreation Term
Equestrian
Recreation Description
Approximately 63 miles of multiuse trails.
Riders are required to stay on designated or marked trails.
Each rider must carry proof of horse's current negative Coggins test.
Horse-drawn buggy riding requires a free day-use reservation for buggy access behind locked gate.
Florida law requires equestrians under 16 to wear helmets.
Recreation Term
Fishing
Recreation Description
Along Withlacoochee River; access from River Road and State Road 471.
Contact FWC  for license requirements.
Recreation Term
Hiking
Recreation Description
Approximately 65 miles of multiuse trails.
Approximately 31 miles of Florida National Scenic Trail run through Green Swamp East and West tracts.
Recreation Term
Hunting
Recreation Description
Contact FWC for information regarding license requirements and permits.
FWC rules and regulations must be observed throughout the year.
Recreation Term
Picnic Facilities
Recreation Description
Picnic tables available inside main gate.
A free reservation is required to reserve the pavilion.

Foster Bridge Primitive Site Green Swamp West

This is a nice pleasant location with nothing around but nature. This totally primitive site can be found 12 miles out from the McNeil Trailhead near Colt Creek State Park on Hwy 471. Choose your hiking dates well, the warmer and more humid the more difficult the hike. Trails can get pretty wet in the rainy season also.

  

Site was clear and open, which was good because there is an abundance of ticks to be found in the brush. There are places for tents and hammocks using tree safe straps. benches, fire ring and even a picnic table. Insect repellent is a must have!

  

The insects and frogs put on an amazing chorus after a rain. You will need to hang food and trash at night to keep critters away. 

  

There are 65 miles of trails here, 37350 acres, and you really need to pay attention to the trail signs. there are separate equestrian sites in the area and separate trails as well.

  

A free reservation is required and must be displayed or available at campground.  

  

Trails can also be access from 13347 Ranch Road in Dade City, Florida

A welcome site after a decent hike

Always a nice camp with multiple access hike in points. Check for scheduled hunts, hunters do not like hikers even though Florida trail is open year round. 5 minute walk from river if you need drinking water. Make sure to filter and watch for gators. 