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Cary WMA is located west of Jacksonville in Nassau and Duval counties and consists of more than 7,355 acres of forested uplands and swamps. This area is managed for many uses including hunting, wildlife viewing, horseback riding, camping, hiking, biking, environmental education, and picnicking. Horseback riding is allowed on all forest roads as well as on three designated trails. Children under the age of 16 are required to wear a helmet when horseback riding on public lands. For more detailed information go to Nicole's Law Visit Florida Division of Forestry's information on Cary State Forest. View FWC's Regulations Summary for Cary
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. All horseback riders must have proof of current negative Coggins Test results for their horses when on state lands. Only primitive weapons (bows and arrows and muzzleloading guns) are allowed on this area during hunting seasons. Camping is not allowed during hunting seasons. A 1.2 mile nature trail and boardwalk winds into the forest and through a cypress swamp. Along the trail, a food plot near the observation tower attracts a variety of wildlife, particularly early in the morning and late in the evening. Wildlife species found on the forest include Our mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
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