Lying along the winding path of the Suwannee River in northeast Dixie County,
the Log Landing Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a hidden gem for seasoned
hunters, dedicated birdwatchers and hikers or bikers looking for a special way
to experience Florida's Nature Coast. Management of the area is a joint
venture between the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the
Suwannee River Water Management District. There are very few public conveniences
or facilities within the area.
The Log Landing WMA actually spans nine individual disconnected tracts along the
river - some of which are in Gilchrist and Lafayette Counties as well as Dixie
County. We have also including information on this website about the Tracts in
Gilchrest and Lafayette Counties because of their close proximity - and because
several of them offer more public facilities than those in Dixie County.
The Booker Spring Tract is only accessible from the Suwannee River that runs
along its eastern boundary. So you will need a watercraft to access this area,
which consists of about 375 acres. Originating from nearby Mallory Swamp, the
Tract offers no public facilities, and is about as pristine as you can get.
The nearest launch points to access Booker Spring Tract would be the Rock Bluff
public boat ramp south of the Tract at the north terminus of NE 967th Street in
Dixie County, or the Hurst Landing boat ramp north of the Tract, accessible from
Lafayette County at the south end of SE Ramp Road. They are both one lane paved
ramps.
Pothole Spring, which is 2nd magnitude, is located at the edge of the river near
the south boundary. It has a spring pool that emerges from a limestone vent, and
flows directly into the Suwannee River just a few yards away. Booker Spring is
about 1/2 mile further upstream from Pothole Spring.
Hunting is permitted in the WMA. So be sure to check
local regulations and hunting seasons before your visit.
Activities & Facilities
Dogs allowed
Short hiking trails
Long hiking trails
River or lake kayaking
Motor boating
Hunting
Fishing