Bell Ridge Longleaf Wildlife and Environmental Area

Things to Do

Visitors can hike the network of unpaved roads and enjoy wildlife viewing and the spectacular displays of fall wildflowers that follow spring burns. 

Wildlife

Upland habitats sustain a sizable population of gopher tortoises as well as other protected species.

Habitat and Management

Resource management activities focus primarily on improving and maintaining critical habitats for several endangered and threatened wildlife species that occur here. 

History

Prior to its purchase by the state, Bell Ridge Longleaf WEA was managed as a conservation property by the previous landowner and as a preserve by The Nature Conservancy.

Planning Your Visit

Bell Ridge Longleaf WEA comprises 720 acres and is located about 23 miles northwest of Gainesville.