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Rodman Reservoir Drawdown Update

Effective Nov. 2024: Due to increased water levels in the St. Johns River basin, the scheduled drawdown of the Rodman Reservoir on the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway has been suspended and will not occur this year.

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Bridge at Cross Florida Greenway

Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway

Spanning 110 miles from the Gulf of America to the St. Johns River

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

No fee required

Location

8282 S.E. Highway 314
Ocala FL 34470

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Contact Info

352-758-1000

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Welcome to the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway

One of the nation's largest incomplete public works projects has been transformed into the diverse Cross Florida Greenway, spanning Central Florida from the Gulf of America to the St. Johns River.

The Cross Florida Greenway is unique in many ways. Occupying more than 70,000 acres of land formerly known as the Cross Florida Barge Canal, the Greenway is a 110-mile linear park that is more than a mile wide in places. It hosts more than 300 miles of trails of all types — paddling, hiking, mountain biking, equestrian and paved multi-use.

The Greenway is also a wildlife corridor and the first in Florida to have a “land bridge” across a major interstate that both trail users and wildlife utilize. Black bears use the Greenway as a major corridor, especially on the eastern end near the Ocala National Forest. The Greenway protects unspoiled segments of the Ocklawaha River and it offers campgrounds, too. All this and more are part of the Cross Florida Greenway experience!

Trail Section List - West to East

Withlacoochee Bay Trail Felburn Park
Inglis Bypass Recreation Area Inglis Dam and Island Recreation Area
Inglis Lock Recreation Area Dunnellon Trail
Ross Prairie Trailhead and Campground Shangri-La Trailhead and Campground
Land Bridge Trailhead Santos Trailhead and Campground
Historic Santos Recreation Area Baseline Road Trailhead
Eureka West Recreation Area Kenwood Recreation Area 
Rodman Recreation Area Rodman Campground
Buckman Lock - St Johns Loop North and South  

 

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Rodman Dam
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Manager's Message

With more than 70,000-plus acres and 290 miles of trails for bikers, hikers and equestrians, there is plenty to explore. And for water lovers, there are many paddling opportunities along the Ocklawaha and Withlacoochee rivers.
4 mountain bike riders on their bikes at the vortex
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Biking at the Cross Florida Greenway

Explore your adventurous side on the Vortex biking ramp or simply traverse the miles of trails at at Cross Florida Greenway. There are over 80 miles of mountain bike trails and a recently added 16 miles of paved trail for road bikers to enjoy. Our system offers trails for all levels of experience. 
A brown horse with two people at a equestrian site at Cross Florida Greenway
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Horseback Riding at Cross Florida Greenway

With over 80 miles of equestrian trails across the Cross Florida Greenway, there are many choices on where you can ride your horse and what level of challenge you prefer.

Experiences

Bicycling
Bicycling
Birding
Birding
Boating
Boating
Camping
Camping
Camping Equestrian
Camping Equestrian
Camping Primitive
Camping Primitive
Fishing
Fishing
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking
Paddling
Paddling
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Roller Blading
Roller Blading
Walking and Running
Walking and Running
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Boat Ramp
Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Canoe Kayak Launch
Canoe Kayak Launch
Equestrian Trail
Equestrian Trail
Historic Site
Historic Site
Mountain Bike Trail
Mountain Bike Trail
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Playground
Playground
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV
Water Fountain
Water Fountain
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible

Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway Photo Gallery

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Bikers at Cross Florida Greenway
Trees
Cross Florida Greenway Green Heron
Boat at Cross Florida Greenway
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Cross Florida Greenway Recreation
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Big Lagoon State Park Trail
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Trails at Florida State Parks

Whether by bicycle, horse, wheelchair, kayak or on your own two feet, trails both within and outside our state parks can lead to a wide variety of adventure and opportunity throughout Florida.
1967 Holiday Inn sign welcoming the Cross-Florida Barge Canal. Black and white image.
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History of the Cross Florida Greenway

The greenway follows the path of the abandoned Cross-Florida Barge Canal. Despite never being completed, the gargantuan public works project has a long history.

People Make the Parks

Cross Florida Greenway PSS Bre Ximenes on a horse

Staff Spotlight

You are likely to see Bre on a mountain bike riding the Santos trails, checking for things that need to be fixed or helping people who are lost.
Brian Bombassei

Volunteer Spotlight

Brian enjoys mountain biking. Helping with trail maintenance supports the sport and helps visitors have an incredible experience.
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Florida State Parks Foundation

The statewide nonprofit partner meeting critical funding needs for universal access, conservation, education and preservation.

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