FAQs • Suwannee River Water Management District • CivicEngage

Why are there locked gates on District lands?: With the exception of a few areas used for local utilities, all of the District’s 160,000 acres are available for non-motorized use. Certain roads are closed to vehicles due to concerns over safety, sensitive natural features, vandalism, trash dumping, or the cost of upkeep. Often, a special use authorization can be obtained for vehicle access to particular areas by calling the District at 386.362.1001 or 800.226.1066 (Florida only) or by emailing recreation@srwmd.org.

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District Lands

1. Why are there locked gates on District lands?: With the exception of a few areas used for local utilities, all of the District’s 160,000 acres are available for non-motorized use. Certain roads are closed to vehicles due to concerns over safety, sensitive natural features, vandalism, trash dumping, or the cost of upkeep. Often, a special use authorization can be obtained for vehicle access to particular areas by calling the District at 386.362.1001 or 800.226.1066 (Florida only) or by emailing recreation@srwmd.org.

2. How do I offer land to the District for purchase?: To offer property to the District, you need to submit a completed Property Offer Form to the Director of Land Acquisition and Management. Land acquisition coordinators will work with you to obtain any other information needed.