ATV Riding in Withlacoohee State Forest near Tampa

Miles of forest trails, sand dunes, and rental options from one hour to a full day

ATV riding in Withlacoohee State Forest near Tampa puts you on 2,600 acres of trails and sand dunes with a choice of ATV or two-seater side-by-side. Park entry, gas, safety gear and bottled water come with the rental. No riding experience is required. A live guide in English leads the ride, and rentals range from one hour to a full day.

The experience

You choose between an ATV or a two-seater side-by-side before you ride, then head out through miles of forest trails and sand dunes on your own machine. Gas, park entry and all safety gear are included, so you show up and ride. The 2,600 acres give you room to move without feeling crowded, and the mix of terrain keeps the day from flattening into one kind of riding.

Woods ATV Rentals sits minutes from both Tampa and Orlando, which means you can book this as a half-day break from the city without the drive eating your afternoon. Rentals run from one hour to a full day, so you can test the experience short or commit to a longer ride. A live guide in English rides with you, and the operation welcomes riders of all levels: no prior experience is a requirement.

Riders must be at least 13 years old to operate an ATV. Passengers as young as 4 can ride along on a two-seater. Bottled water comes with your rental, and the sand and forest mix means you'll want the hydration. Bring sunscreen and wear closed-toe shoes. The rest of the gear is provided.

What’s included

• Park entry to Withlacoohee State Forest.
• gas for your rental machine.
• all safety gear.
• bottled water.

Options for this experience

2 options

State Forest ATV Tours, just minutes from Orlando and TampaGuide in English · 12:00 and 14:00

Seats 2 in an SxS or ATVGuide in English · 12:00 and 14:00A side-by-side or a 2-seater ATV

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 12:00 and 14:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 to 80 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Woods ATV Rentals

Is this one for you?Choose the one-hour rental if you want to test ATV riding without a big time commitment. Book a half-day or full-day option if you're ready to cover more ground and explore the full range of trails and dunes the forest holds.

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Top questions

What's the difference between renting an ATV and a two-seater side-by-side?

An ATV is a single-rider machine you operate yourself. A two-seater side-by-side seats a driver and one passenger side by side, so you can bring someone along without them needing their own vehicle or a license to ride.

How much experience do I need to ride an ATV here?

No experience is required. The rental includes a live guide in English who rides with you, and the operation is built for all skill levels, from first-timers to regular riders.

What's included with the rental?

Park entry to Withlacoohee State Forest, gas for your machine, all safety gear, and bottled water are included with every rental, whether you book one hour or a full day.

Can I bring my kids?

Passengers as young as 4 can ride along on a two-seater side-by-side. To operate an ATV yourself, you must be at least 13 years old.

How long are the trails, and what's the terrain like?

The forest spans 2,600 acres with miles of trails running through woods and sand dunes, giving you varied riding without a single repetitive stretch.