Fees
No Daily-Use Permit currently required.
Facilities
There are two viewing platforms/overlooks along the hiking trail - one on the South Trail and one on the Lake Loop overlooking Bonnet Pond.
Recreation
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Viewing platform on Lake Bonnet
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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:
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife viewing opportunities are best along the hiking trail system, overlooks, and pasture areas. Visit the Wildlife page for more information about the area's wildlife.
Hiking
More than nine miles of marked trails lead visitors through a variety of natural communities. The North/South Trail takes you through uplands, Swamp Trail features a hike through a freshwater marsh, and along the Lake Loop you will have the opportunity to observe the lake fringe habitats of Lake Hart and Bonnet Pond. View or print trail map 
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Horseback Riding
Horseback riding is available only by permit through Orange County (407) 254-6840. Permits are issued on Saturdays only, with no more than 10 available each Saturday.
Public Access
Vehicular access and bikes are not permitted at Spit Oak Forest. There are three entrances onto the area: Clapp Simms Road (parking available), Cyrils Drive (no parking), and via Moss Park (entrance fee required). Possession of any animal is prohibited except horses are allowed by permit.
Location
Split Oak Forest is located in Orange and Osceola counties approximately 16 miles south of Orlando.
From Florida's Turnpike: Take Exit 244 (U.S. 192) and go east on U.S. 192 approximately 7.5 miles to Narcoossee Road (C.R. 15) and turn north. Follow C.R. 15 north for 7 miles and turn east on Clapp-Simms-Duda Road and follow the signs to the entrance.
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Nearest Cities/Towns
Orlando (11 miles northwest), St. Cloud (6 miles southwest) Kissimmee (10 miles west).
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