The publication explained the Ocala National Forest is the southernmost national forest in the U.S. The nearly 400,000-acre forest is home to manatees, black bears, and rare plants.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is aiming to pave an airstrip in the middle of Ocala National Forest and is facing ...

The 150-acre wildfire burning in the Ocala National Forest was 75% contained as of midday May 3, according to Ludie Bond, a wildlife mitigation specialist with the Florida Forest Service.

There are things to do every day of the year in Ocala National Forest. Backpacking, nature hikes, off-road bicycling, camping, swimming, wildlife viewing or just enjoying a Sunday drive.

A hiker captured photos of a rare 4-foot rainbow snake in Ocala National Forest. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission shared the photos on their Facebook page. According to the ...

Ocala National Forest in North Central Florida is full of outdoor opportunities for a variety of recreation. Within its 387,000 acres, visitors can swim in springs, hike part of the Florida Trail ...

News This Florida forest is one of the 25 best places to travel in 2025, according to National Geographic Looking for a fun fall road trip from Miami? Pack your bags, we're going to Ocala!

The Florida Highway Patrol says the fire could affect travel on SR-19 near the forest Thursday into the night and early morning hours.

The Scrub Crew aims to keep the Ocala National Forest free of illegally dumped trash. Members were recently honored by the county commission.

This week, the U.S. Navy is engaged in “live and inert bombing” exercises at the Pinecastle Range Complex in the Ocala National Forest. Here is the schedule: ...

You can get a Christmas tree for $10 by cutting one down in the Ocala National Forest. But there are some things you need to know.