Osceola National Forest

The Osceola National Forest is one of the most popular trails and camping sites in Florida. The forest was created by President Hoover in July 1931 to honor the Native American Seminole warrior, Osceola.

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The forest offers lots of good trails and activities for both campers and trail riders.  The Ocean Pond Campground is 1,760-acre natural lake and offers sixty-seven campsites are available for tents, trailers, or motorhomes. Make sure to observe all the policies and guidelines when visiting this national landmark as it is home to many wildlife species under the government protection.

"Osceola National Forest is home to many birds as well as mammalian and reptilian species including the alligator, eastern indigo snake, two species of skunk, muskrat, black bear, coyote, raccoon, gopher tortoise, bobcat, two species of fox, opossum, cougar, fox squirrel, and red-cockaded woodpecker an endangered species."