Recreation (updated
yearly)
In support of the resource management goals and objectives for the
area and to provide a quality experience for all area users, the following
recreation activities are allowed. During hunting
days, the area is only open to individuals who have a quota
hunt permit. The Andrews
Recreation Guide is a useful resource when visiting this area.
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Jayde Roof
Hunt of a Lifetime. On his first hunt ever this boy
shot two bucks, the first with his permit, the second with a permit
given him by a friend who gave up for the day.
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Hunting is limited to 2-to-3-day, high-quality hunts with a limited
number of hunters. Zone tags are given out to hunters, and only a limited
number of hunters are allowed in each zone at a time. Andrews has a
good population of deer and turkey, and is one of the top 5 areas in
the state to hunt. In 2001-2002, the squirrel harvest was 785 (a new
record).
During four weekends each fall and winter, Andrews offers supervised youth hunts
and family hunts (two youth may participate).
These hunts are designed to allow boys and girls ages 8 through 15 to hunt deer and/or feral hog.
Youth hunters
must be supervised by an adult.
Jayde Roof
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Redbreast sunfish and Suwannee bass fishing is excellent in the river.
For anglers without boats, the area has 3 miles of shoreline as well
as a dock. Fishing is best in April, May, and June. Fishing
license information.
The mature hardwood forest of Andrews is home to a variety of birds
and mammals. The Suwannee River basin is a major route for many species
of migrating birds. Visit the Wildlife
page for more information about the area's wildlife. You may also
download or print the
Andrew's Bird List -
pdf file.
Jayde Roof
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About 10 miles of designated nature trails and unpaved roads can be
explored by hikers and those interested in nature study. Several
named nature trails lead hikers to Florida Champion trees, the largest
of their kind in the state.
Cyclists may use trails or unnamed service roads. The roads and trails
are in good condition, with great scenery and abundant wildlife.
Canoeing near Fanning Springs 1967
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The Suwannee River has long been a popular spot for canoeing and
kayaking. Paddlers can park and launch at the Suwannee River picnic
area. Depending on water levels, paddlers may need to carry
their boats approximately 10-20 yards to reach the river. Paddlers can
travel upriver approximately 2.5 miles to explore Fanning Springs State
Park. More experienced paddlers may wish to travel approximately 7 miles
downriver to explore Manatee Springs State Park.
Designated roads provide approximately 6 miles of excellent scenery,
and you may see deer, turkey, feral hogs, and songbirds from the car.
Vehicle
use regulations.
