Ichetucknee Area
Bell, Florida
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Fees: Yes
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Bell, Florida
- Head northwest on US-129 N/N Main St toward W Patton AveContinue to follow US-129 N(2.9 mi)
- Turn right onto Co Rd 340 (12.4 mi)
- Turn left onto NE 80th AveRestricted usage road(0.5 mi)
- NE 80th Ave turns left and becomes NE 60th StRestricted usage road(0.6 mi)
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