Grove Park Wildlife Management Area

Grove Park Wildlife Management Area is located in southeastern Alachua County, just north of Lochloosa WMA, and is comprised of over 16,000 acres of mostly pine plantations with live oak ridges and hardwood swamps along Orange Lake. Access to this area is only permitted for individuals possessing a valid recreational use permit except for two multiuse trails that may be accessed year-round for hiking, biking, wildlife viewing and horseback riding. 

Hunting

For hunting seasons and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Grove Park WMA.

Fishing

Fishing is permitted year-round. A Florida fishing license is required and can be purchased at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.

Camping

No camping is allowed on this area.

Recreation

The two multiuse trails may be accessed without a permit year-round for hiking, biking, wildlife viewing and horseback riding. All other access to this area requires a valid recreational use permit.

Wildlife

The wildlife found on this area includes bald eagles, wading birds, black bears, fox squirrels and sandhill cranes.

More Information

For an area map, hunting seasons, permits, fees, rules regarding dogs and area regulations, view FWC's regulations summary brochure for Grove Park WMA.