How big is Floridas land management area system?
More than 5 million acres are managed as Wildlife Management Areas for both recreational and conservation purposes. Who uses Wildlife Management Areas? The wildlife management area system provides excellent sporting opportunities and are favored by some of the 3.1 million anglers who fish in Florida and our 226,000 hunters. Wildlife viewers, cyclists, horseback riders, paddlers and other nature lovers also find wild places to pursue their interests.