Black Prong Equestrian Village hosts a variety of public and private events throughout the year, including weddings, social events, and a carriage driving competition series in the winter. The tranquil resort is uniquely situated next to the Goethe State Forest, where guests can explore more than 50,000 acres of trails on horseback.

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Trails for hiking, horseback riding, bird and wildlife viewing

Devil’s Hammock Wildlife Management Area
(352) 486-5127
Levy County & Suwannee River Water Management District managed property
Levy County Parks and Recreation:
www.levycounty.org
Management Area allows: Driving tour, Hiking, Biking, Horseback riding, Swimming, Picnicking, Wildlife viewing, Nature photography, Hunting (seasonal)
Hunting information contact: Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission at www.myfwc.com for information on hunting seasons and rules.
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Trails for hiking, horseback riding, bird and wildlife viewing

Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve
Trails to horseback ride with your own horse
Salt marshes on the Gulf of Mexico give way to a succession of swamps, hardwood forests, pine flatwoods and scrub, providing splendid opportunities for nature study and wildlife observation. The scrub is dominated by species such as sand live oak, myrtle oak and Chapman’s oak, along with rusty lyonia and saw palmetto. Hikers and off-road bicyclists who want to experience a mosaic of Florida habitats will find it on the miles of trails that wind through the park. The shallow waters and numerous creeks near the salt marshes are ideal for canoeing and kayaking. Rental canoes and kayaks are available in the city of Cedar Key. For more information on horseback riding trails click on link below and look under Equestrian tab.
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Trails for hiking, horseback riding, bird and wildlife viewing

Andrews Wildlife Management Area
(352) 493-6020 or (386) 758-0525
This management area features one of the largest remaining hardwood hammock forests, as well as 800 acres of river bottomland bordering the Suwannee River. Nearby slash pine plantations are being converted to longleaf pine to improve habitat for wildlife. There are six walking nature trails, as well as several narrow dirt roads. Five clearings have been planted with grass and grains to attract wildlife.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
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Apex Trailhead
CR 337; South of SR 121
(352) 465-8585

Black Prong Trailhead
Off of CR 337 near CR326
(352) 465-8585

Tidewater Trailhead
Bottom of CR 337; Before CR 336
(352) 465-8585
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Goethe State Forest
9110 S.E. County Road 337, Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 465-8585
The Goethe Trail System extends throughout the forest with access available at three separate trailheads. The forest is open during daylight hours for visitors to enjoy horseback riding, hiking, bicycling, fishing or wildlife viewing.

Trailheads Within Goethe State Forest
Nature Coast State Trail
(352) 535-5181

Almost 32 miles of paved trail beckon bicyclists, walks, hikers and horseback riders as the trail winds through changing landscapes. Trailheads allow access in Chiefland, Fanning Springs, Trenton, and Cross City. The Chiefland trailhead is located at the Chiefland Railroad Depot just two blocks from downtown.

The paved trail crosses the historic Suwannee River, (between Fanning Springs and Old Town), over the original train trestle, providing a beautiful scenic and peaceful view of the river, definitely a “must see” experience.
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