Ocala National Forest: America's Next Top Travel Spot

By Noah Belachew

Have You Heard of Ocala National Forest?

Many haven't, but that's about to change! National Geographic named it the #1 destination in America, so it's about to get busy! But what makes the forest great? 

At a Glance

Ocala National Forest is one of three national forests in Florida, stretching out for 607 square miles. In other words: it's pretty big. There's more to the forest than its size though.

Ocala Hiking/Biking

You'll find no shortage of places to hike and bike along here. The Paisley Woods Bicycle Trail offers 22 miles of biking.  You can also trek across the Florida or Yearling trail.

Camping in the Forest

Ocala National Forest also offers 13 campgrounds. Popular campgrounds include Clearwater Lake, Juniper Springs, and Big Scrub. The fun doesn't stop there though!

Other Activities

On top of everything else Ocala has to offer, you'll find a shooting range, freshwater springs, and even horseback riding trails! You'll never run out of things to do in the forest! 

Where to Stay Near Ocala National Forest?

Ready to visit Ocala National Forest? Then you'll need a good place to stay. Fortunately, we have a few ideas that can help with that.

Summer Bay Resort

Here, you won't just have easy access to the forest, you'll also be minutes away from all of Orlando's theme parks. There's even a mini golf course, a water park, and more here!

Daytona SeaBreeze

Reaching Ocala from this resort is a breeze, but there's plenty to do on-site too. After all, you'll have direct beach access, an outdoor pool, and a spa where you can unwind.

Legacy Vacation Club

Looking for a resort by the forest that has it all? Look no further. You'll enjoy mini golf, bike rentals, on-site dining, and more, all before relaxing in a two-bedroom villa.

Why Rentals?

When you rent a timeshare near the Ocala National Forest, you get to enjoy all the benefits of vacation ownership with none of the commitment.  Interested?

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