Alexander Springs Recreation Area
31 mi west · USDA Forest Service
Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs.
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Biking and mountain biking near Daytona Beach
Trails and recreation areas near Daytona Beach open to biking and mountain biking.
6places to ride
31 mito the closest
October–Maybest months
Good to know: Wilderness areas are closed to bikes; check each area’s trail rules and yield to hikers and horses.
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Clearwater Lake Rec Area
32 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area offers a quiet getaway along the southeastern edge of the Ocala National Forest, just outside the community of Paisley, Florida.
Lake Dorr Cabin
36 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service
Lake Dorr Cabin is set along the south shore of beautiful Lake Dorr, ideal for a family getaway. The cabin is open year-round and creates a great setting for plenty of outdoor water fun.
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30 to 75 miles (3)
Alexander Springs Recreation Area
Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Swimming
Clearwater Lake Rec Area
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area offers a quiet getaway along the southeastern edge of the Ocala National Forest, just outside the community of Paisley, Florida.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
Lake Dorr Cabin
Lake Dorr Cabin is set along the south shore of beautiful Lake Dorr, ideal for a family getaway. The cabin is open year-round and creates a great setting for plenty of outdoor water fun.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
75 miles and farther (3)
Ocean Pond Campground
Situated in Baker County, Florida, this campground includes 64 campsites and is open 24 hours/day. All sites are available at recreation.gov. There's something here for everyone in this lakeside campground.
- Accessible Swimming
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Cumberland Island National Seashore
St Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island, Georgia's largest and southernmost barrier island. Here pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man and nature.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge
The refuge is bisected by 20 miles of the famous Suwannee River and includes 30 miles of coastal marsh habitat along the Gulf of Mexico.
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Motor Boat
- Nature education
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Daytona Beach. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for biking near Daytona Beach?
Alexander Springs Recreation Area (USDA Forest Service), about 31 miles west of Daytona Beach as the crow flies. Next are Clearwater Lake Rec Area (32 mi) and Lake Dorr Cabin (36 mi).
When is the best time for biking near Daytona Beach?
Based on Daytona Beach’s average highs, October–May. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.