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Hardrock Cycle Park

Saturday, December 14, 2024

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Other Names

Hard Rock Cycle Park

Last Known Status

Open

This unique offroad park has is open to 4x4 trucks and jeeps and features a challenging rock garden and 80 acres of woods trails with short chunky climbs. The property also has a campground with over 50 sites, each with electric and water hookups. Primitive camping is also permitted, and daily, weekly and monthly rates are available.

On site storage is available for a small fee for RVs and trailers. Other amenities include restroom and shower facilities plus a parts/accessory shop. The park also has a nice lake to enjoy after a days ride.

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REGULATIONS

Permit Required	No
Dates Open	Weekends 10am-5pm
Spark Arrestor	No	A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended.
Noise Limit	No
Whip Flags	Not Required
Maximum Vehicle Width	No Restriction
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes	Prohibited
ATVs	Prohibited
UTV & SXS	Permitted
SUVs & Jeeps (registered)	Permitted
Dune Buggy & Swamp Buggy 4x4 (unregistered)	Permitted
2 Stroke Engines	Prohibited
MX Helmet Required	Yes
Camping	No Restriction	(camp anywhere)
Campfires
Night Riding	No	riding hours 10am - 5pm
Trail Blazing	Prohibited	no trailblazing
Rule Enforcement

TERRAIN

Approx Size	100 acres
Miles Of Trail	5
Climate Type	Forest
Elevation	75 to 125 ft.
Trail Maintenance	Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose Dirt	Some
Hard Pack	Mostly
Sand	None
Mud	Some
Dust	Little
Rocks	Some
Trees	Many
Steep Hills	Some
Water Crossings	Few
Small Jumps	Many
Large Jumps	Some
Berms	Many
Sand/Gravel Pits	None
Single Track	None
Roads	Few
Intersections	Some
Rider Traffic	Some
Shade	Many
Ranges/Gunfire	None
Hazards	Few	(hazards are marked)
Novice	Some
Amateur	Mostly
Expert	Little

TYPE OF AREA

Area	Motorized Trails, MX Track

Land	Privately Owned / Commercial

MX TRACK

Features	Public, Watered, Groomed, Starting Gate
Max Engine Size	No Maximum
Min Engine Size	No Minimum
Comment	Main Track

MX TRACK

Features	Public, Watered, Groomed
Max Engine Size	65 cc Max
Min Engine Size	50 cc Min
Comment	Pee Wee Track

MX TRACK

Features	Public
Max Engine Size	No Maximum
Min Engine Size	No Minimum
Comment	Roller Coaster Track (All Natural Terrain)

MX TRACK

Features	Public
Max Engine Size	No Maximum
Min Engine Size	No Minimum
Comment	Sand Track

MX TRACK

Features	Public, Watered, Groomed
Max Engine Size	No Maximum
Min Engine Size	No Minimum
Comment	Outback Track

GPS POINTS

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline	1-5 Miles (S)	Parrett's Station (352) 629-3375
Diesel	1-5 Miles (S)	Parrett's Station (352) 629-3375
Water	On Site
RV Hookup	On Site
RV Disposal	On Site	dump station available - $5
Campground	On Site
Conv Store	Ocala, FL

FEES & PASSES

Parking	(None)
Entry	(None)
Riding	Yes ($40.00 per OHV)
Camping	Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $25.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 call for weekly and monthly rates
Comment	WiFi available in campground.

RATINGS

Pros	nice layout, plenty of space for camping, nice trails with elevation changes
Our Rating	Very Good
Recommended Stay	1-2 Days
Comments	(Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest City

Ocala, FL

Address

6849 NW Gainesville Road, Ocala, FL 34475

Trail Map

From: Ocala, FL
1) Take I-75 North to Exit 358
2) Turn right (east) off the exit ramp onty Hwy 326, continue .7 miles
3) Turn right (south) on CR-25A/Gainsville Road, continue .8 miles
4) Track entrance is on the left (east).

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact Info

Hardrock Cycle Park
6849 NW C-25a
Ocala, FL 34475
(352) 732-6697
knoxmx@aol.com
hardrockoffroadpark.net

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

This is one of the best places to go in Florida if you are looking for hills, water crossings, obstacle courses, mud bogs and rocky 4x4 trails. Photo Submitted 5/31/2012 (Thanks!)

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

The property has a scenic lake that was once the site of an old lime quarry.

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

One of the deep water crossings. Jeeps will have a blast here. Photo Submitted 5/31/2012 (Thanks!)

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

One of the shady day use parking areas located next to the campground.

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

A view of the 4x4 obstacle course.

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

This trail is only open to 4x4 vehicles.

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

off-road vehicle traversing the water at Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area

Photo Submitted 5/31/2012 (Thanks!)

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

The campground has plenty of grassy and spacious RV sites with electric and water hookups. Onsite storage is also available.

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

The main entrance sign can be seen clearly from the road. Turn here.

Hardrock Cycle Park OHV Area Photo

A parts and accessory shop is available which also carries cold drinks and snacks. Picnic tables and trash receptacles are located next to the building.