Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Alexander Springs
VISIT DATE: 11/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/16/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Seminole
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Altoona
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Altoona, FL, take State Rt. 19 north for 3.7 miles to
Alexander Springs sign (County Rd. 445). Turn onto Rt. 445 and
go 5.1 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 feet
This destination campground is located in a subtropical forest dominated
by pine, oak and Sable palms and has four loops (A, B, C & D). Enjoy a
large spring that flows at 80 million gallons of crystal clear water a day.
Scuba diving (permitted in the spring) and canoeing the 7-mile canoe run are
popular activities. Loop B has the only tent pads. An amphitheater and
limited groceries are found at the beach. Firewood, ice, and canoe rentals
are available.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $36 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 180 days
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 66
Total Sites: 66
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 65
No. Grilles on Sites: 65
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
Hot showers located on Loops B and C and at the beach.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 15
No. Threaded: 5
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting: No
Kayaking: No
Comments:
The swimming beach is alongside Alexander Springs (creek)/
Alexander Springs Pool. There is a 7-mile canoe run for
canoes only; canoes are available for rent. Scuba diving
is available for certified divers.
HIKING
Paisley Woods Bike Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 22 miles
Timucuan Indian Trail (interpretive loop, foot only) - 1.1 miles
FISHING
Largemouth Bass, pan fish and Mullet
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Bass
VISIT DATE: 11/22/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/16/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Seminole
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Altoona
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Altoona, FL, at the intersection of County Rt. 42 and State
Rt. 42, take State Rt. 42 west 9.6 miles to campground sign.
Turn right after sign onto Forest Rt. 13 (dirt) and go 1 mile
to campground on right.
NOTE: Gate open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 75 feet.
The campground is a single loop in a stand of Longleaf pine and
oak. The dense middlestory provides good privacy between sites
and blocks any views of nearby Big Bass Lake, which nature is
slowly reclaiming. The sites have lantern poles and pedestal
grilles along with picnic tables and fire rings. Although not
on Rt. 42, traffic noise can be heard in campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open October 15 to April 14.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 34
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 32
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV comments
Comments:
The composition of the parking aprons is lime rock and grass.
They will accommodate any size RV.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 13
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Clearwater Lake
VISIT DATE: 11/22/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Seminole
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Altoona
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Altoona, FL, at the intersection of State Rt. 19 and County Rt. 42,
take Rt. 42 east for 6.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign
and go 0.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 100 ft.
The campground, situated in a stand of Spanish moss-draped live oak and
hammock trees, has two unnamed loops. It has a grass understory and
pleasantly groomed appearance. The separation between sites provides
good privacy and some campsites overlook Clearwater Lake. Each
campsites also has a lantern pole and pedestal grille. Ice, firewood, and
canoe rentals are available from host.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water, especially with small dogs.
NOTE: Campers have 24 hour access to the gates with an access code.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
None
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$36 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 42
Total Sites: 42
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 8' X 53'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved and level and all about the same size.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 4
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting: No
Kayaking: No
Comments:
Clearwater Lake is 30 acres.
HIKING
Paisley Woods Mtn. Bike Trail - 22 miles
Clearwater Lake Loop Trail - 1 mile
Florida National Scenic Trail
FISHING
Largemouth Bass and pan fish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Delancy East
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2001
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Salt Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Salt Springs, FL, at the intersection of County Rt. 316
and State Rt. 19, take Rt. 19 north 5.1 miles to Delancy Lake
sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rts. 75/66 (sand) and go
1 mile to "Y" intersection. Bear right and go 2.2 miles to
campground on left.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 75 is clay and lime rock.
NOTE: Main gate open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 ft.
The campground, with two overlapping loops and a spur, is
adjacent to Delancy West campground and Lake Delancy. Lake
Delancy is a shallow lake encircled by a prairie ecosystem.
While, in a wet year, the lake's water might reach up to the
perimeter of the campground, most of the time tall prairie
grass hides the water. There is no direct access to Delancy
Lake. Canoeists will have a good time exploring the lake's
prairie ecosystem. The spur is recommended for tents only.
Live and Laurel oak are the dominant trees in the campground.
The only potable water source is a hand pump (serving both
Delancy East and West campgrounds) located in this campground.
No OHVs or horses are permitted in campground. Wide parking
aprons, not clearly designated, enjoy ample shade and pleasant
surroundings make this campground popular with recreational
vehicle enthusiasts.
The Florida National Scenic Trail runs by the campground.
There is no trail head, but access to it is possible from the
adjacent Delancy West campground.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.
It is also alligator country; practice caution around water
especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open October 1 through April 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 28
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 28
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass. An RV waste station is available
for a fee at the Salt Springs campground (Forest Service) in
Salt Springs, FL.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Delancy surface acres of water can vary from 168 to 700 or
so acres. Water level varies from several feet to potholes of
water. There is usually at least 168 acres available for
boating. A boat ramp is located about 7 miles from campground.
HIKING
Although there is no trail head, access to the 1,300-mile
(foot only) Florida National Scenic Trail is possible from the
adjacent Delancy West campground.
FISHING - No
Comments:
Fishing is possible within a short drive from the campground.
Available are catfish, Largemouth bass, Sunfish, Blue Gill and
Crappie (Speckled perch).
CAMPGROUND NAME: Delancy West
VISIT DATE: 02/21/2001
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Salt Springs
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Salt Springs, FL, at the intersection of County Rt. 316 and
State Rt.19, take Rt. 19 north 5.1 miles to Delancy Lake sign.
Turn left at sign onto Forest Rts. 75/66 (sand) and go 1 mile
to "Y" intersection. Bear right and go 2.3 miles to campground
on left.
NOTE: Turn right at fee board to access the area for unloading
ATVs.
NOTE: Main gate open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 ft.
The campground is adjacent to Delancy East campground and Lake
Delancy. It is one large loop with sites on the east side of
loop along the lake; the west side is designed for ATV riders
with ample parking aprons and "corrals". The sites in the middle
of the loop are free form, not clearly designated and used for Day
Use or overflow. ATV/OHV users must unload before setting up camp
and have a trail pass to ride the extensive trail network accessed
from this campground. Trail Passes are available at the ranger
district office.
Lake Delancy is a shallow lake encircled by a prairie ecosystem.
While in a wet year the lake's water might reach up to the perimeter
of campground, most of the time tall prairie grass hides the water.
Canoeists will have a good time exploring the lake's prairie ecosystem.
However, the campground doesn't have direct access to the lake.
Longleaf pine is the dominant tree in campground. The only potable
water source is a handpump located in the adjacent Delancy East campground.
OHVs and horses are permitted in the campground. It is requested that
campers with horses use the nearby dispersed area which has no tables.
This dispersed location does have a large, clear area well-suited for portable
corrals.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
NOTE: Payment operations at this recreation site is "Cashless." Need to have
Rec.gov mobile app downloaded / set-up before arrival.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 19' X 47'
Comments:
Parking is on hard-surface sand and all about the same size.
An RV waste station is available for a fee at the Salt Springs
campground (Forest Service) in Salt Springs, FL .
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
A water spigot (handpump) is available at the adjacent East
Delancy campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Delancy surface acres of water can vary from 168 to 700 or
so acres. Water level varies from several feet to potholes of
water. There is usually at least 168 acres available for
boating. A boat ramp is located about 7 miles from campground.
HIKING
Although there is no trailhead, access to the 1,300-mile (foot only)
Florida National Scenic Trail is possible from the campground.
Trailhead for eight OHV trails, the longest being 25 miles. A fee
is required to ride the trails - contact the ranger district office
FISHING
Fishing is possible within a short drive from the campground. Available
are catfish, Largemouth bass, sunfish, blue gill and crappie (Speckled
perch).
CAMPGROUND NAME: Fore Lake
VISIT DATE: 11/25/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ocala
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Salt Springs, FL, at intersection of State Rt. 19 and County Rt. 314,
take Rt. 314 for 12.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
For an alternative, in Ocala, FL, take State Rt. 40 east 11.8 miles to
County Rt. 314. Turn left onto Rt. 314 and go 6 miles to campground sign.
Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 145 feet.
This attractive campground is a long single loop in a stand of Fan palms,
Longleaf pine and Live oaks. The dense middlestory provides excellent
privacy between sites while the overstory offers lots of shade. Although
County Rt. 314 can be busy with traffic sites are far enough away that
traffic noise is not distracting. Lantern poles are found at each campsite.
The entrance gate is locked at 8PM.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 30
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 5
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are sand. Be aware of low branches.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
Flush toilets available at the beach.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 7
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting: No
Kayaking: No
Comments:
Fore Lake is 24 acres. Canoes and electric motor powered boats
only. Boat launch is for canoes only.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Largemouth bass, crappie and brim. There is a fishing pier.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hopkins Prairie
VISIT DATE: 04/03/2000
UPDATE DATE: 2/15/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Salt Springs
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Salt Springs, FL, at the intersection of County Rt. 314 and
State Rt. 19, take Rt. 19 south 7.7 miles to Hopkins Prairie
sign. Turn right after sign onto NE 77 St. (sand and dirt) and
go 2.4 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.7
miles to campground.
NOTE: Low tree branches over the road may limit the height of vehicles
entering the campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 ft.
The campground has two spurs and is located adjacent to Hopkins
Prairie which is actually a very shallow lake. Hopkins Prairie
is referred to as a "prairie" or wetland. In other words, unless
the "lake" area is full of water, tall grass is the visible
vegetation with potholes of water. The dominate vegetation in the
campground is Live and Laurel oaks with Palmetto palms providing
excellent privacy between sites. The majority of sites have a nice
scenic view of Hopkins Prairie.
The Florida National Scenic Trail runs by the campground. There is
no trailhead, but access to it is possible from the campground.
Opposite the campground's entrance and near site 21, is a bat house
that helps control the area's bug population.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Comments:
None
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
NOTE: Scan & Pay (Rec.gov app) used at this location.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and clay. A waste station
is available for a fee at the Salt Springs campground
(NF) in Salt Springs, FL.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a crank-style hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The surface acreage of Hopkins Prairie is unknown. Contact
the Lake George Ranger District Office for current water level.
Power boats are limited to 10HP.
Silver Glen Springs is a swim area not far from the campground.
Go back out to State Rt. 19 and travel south about 2 miles.
HIKING
Although there is no trail head, access to the 1,300-mile (foot
only) Florida National Scenic Trail is possible from the
campground.
FISHING
Catfish, Largemouth bass, sunfish, blue gill and crappie
(Speckled perch) - catch and release rules apply to the
Largemouth bass
Water level may be too low for fishing - check with Lake George
Ranger District Office.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Juniper Springs
VISIT DATE: 11/25/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Salt Springs
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Salt Springs, FL, take State Rt. 19 south 16 miles to
State Rt. 40. Turn right onto Rt. 40 and go 4.7 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground. An alternative
from Ocala, FL, is take State Rt. 40 east 28.3 miles to
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
NOTE: Campers have 24-hour access to the campground via gates with
an access code.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 feet.
The campground, with a pleasantly groomed appearance, is located
in a subtropical forest and was built by the Civilian Conservation
Corps (CCC) in the 1930s. It is comprised of three loops - Sandpine,
Tropic and Fern Hammock. Only tent camping is allowed at Fern Hammock.
The campsites have lantern poles, pedestal grills, picnic rings, and
fire rings.
Longleaf pines and Sable palms provide a thick canopy over much of the
campground. The subtropical scenery found at Juniper Springs is not
found in any other national forest in the United States. The combined
daily water flow from Juniper and Fern Hammock Springs is about 13
million gallons. The water temperature is a constant 72 degrees.
Snorkeling is permitted in Juniper Springs but canoeing is the more
popular activity.
There are limited groceries, firewood, and ice available at a concession
stand near the swimming pool. A public phone is also located at the
concession stand. The entrance gate is locked at 8PM.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
None
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $36 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 19
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 60
Total Sites: 79
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 79
No. Grilles on Sites: 79
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 16
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11.5' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved in the Sandpine and Tropic loop and are
about the same size. The aprons are dirt in the Fern Hammock loop.
The interior road is narrow and tight and may pose a challenge for large
rigs.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
The showers are wheelchair friendly.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 19
No. Threaded: 19
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting: No
Kayaking: No
Comments:
The pool is spring-fed with a constant temperature of 72 degrees.
Juniper Creek offers a 7-mile canoe ride through the Juniper
Wilderness. Canoes can be rented from the concession stand at
pool area. Snorkeling permitted - no scuba diving.
HIKING
Nature trail (foot only) - 3/4 miles
Florida National Scenic Trail (foot) - 1,300 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Dorr
VISIT DATE: 11/24/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Seminole
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Umatilla
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Altoona, FL, at the intersection of County Rt. 42 and State Rt. 19, take
Rt. 19 north 3.1 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 feet.
The campground, a nicely groomed large single loop, is situated in Longleaf
pine trees and Palmetto palms. The dense middlestory of Palmetto palms
and ample spacing gives the campsites excellent privacy. Pedestal grilles
and lanterns can be found at each campsite. The nearby Lake Dorr is nice for
a little float time in a kayay or canoe.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. It is also alligator
country; practice caution around water, especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
NOTE: Payment operations at this campground is "Cashless." Load Rec.Gov mobile
App and set up prior to arrival.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass. An RV waste station is available for a
fee at Chisholm Trail campground (private) located at entrance to Lake Dorr
campground.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 2
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Dorr is 1,760 acres and float-friendly.
The grass and sand beach is small.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Largemouth bass, crappie and pan fish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Eaton
VISIT DATE: 11/25/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/18/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ocala
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Salt Springs, FL, at the intersection of County Rt. 314 and State Rt. 19,
take Rt. 314 10.8 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Rt. 314A
and go 2.6 miles to another campground sign. Turn left onto Forest Rt. 44
(dirt-aka NE 49th St) and go 0.2 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left on
NE 171 Ave and go 0.9 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 50 ft.
The campground, a large single loop, is situated in a subtropical forest of large
oaks, Longleaf pines and Palmetto palms. Water plants at edge of the nearby
Lake Eaton provide for excellent bird-watching. Spacing and a dense middlestory
provide excellent privacy between campsites.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique. It is also
alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments
Open October 1 through May 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day - single
$15 per day - double
NOTE: Payment operations at this recreation site is "Cashless." Load Rec.Gov
mobile App and set up prior to arrival.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 16' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass. An RV waste station, located at Salt Springs and
Juniper Springs National Forest campgrounds, is available for a fee.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comment:
Hot showers and potable water available at Fore Lake campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
lBoating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting: No
Kayaking: No
Comments:
Lake Eaton is 292 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Largemouth bass, brim and crappie. A wheelchair friendly fishing pier is available.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Salt Springs
VISIT DATE: 11/23/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/21/2025
STATE: Florida
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake George
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Ocala
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Salt Springs, FL, turn into campground from State Rt. 19.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground, previously privately owned, was purchased by the Forest
Service in the early 1970's. This campground has two different
personalities offering two different camping experiences.
One section has retained characteristics of a private campground -
side-by-side campsites in over lapping loops with full hookups in an area
of cleared oak and pine woods with a manicured understory of grass. RVrs
will find an RV resort camping experience in this section. The other
section, on the other hand, has sites located in a separate area, under a
heavy oak and pine-tree canopy, which provides a wilderness feel. Although
not limited to tents only, this section provides tent campers a delightful
forest camping experience. Campsites in this area are irregular in shape
with informal dirt parking aprons, no understory and little middlestory.
Separation between sites provides fair to good privacy. It is within walking
distance of Salt Springs Run and swim area, which empties into Lake George.
Firewood and ice are available for a fee. The entrance gate is locked at 8PM.
A small shopping center is located across the street from campground entrance;
comprised of a post office, mini-market, laundromat, restaurant, and Forest
Visitor Center.
This is alligator country; practice caution around water especially with small dogs.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $65 er day - full hook-ups
$32 per day - Tent only
NOTE: Payment operations at this campground is "Cashless". Load Rec.gov
mobile app and set up before arrival.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 153
Total Sites: 153
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 153
No. Grilles on Sites: 153
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 101
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons paved or dirt and will accommodate any size RV.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 14
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting: No
Kayaking: No
Comments:
The lake is actually Salt Springs Run in a natural springs area.
There is a large sandy beach located in the natural springs area, that
maintains a constant 72 degrees. Canoe and boat (including pontoon)
rentals available nearby at Salt Springs Run Marina.
HIKING
Access to the Florida National Scenic Trail is nearby.
There are several other trails located within short drive from
campground. One, for example, is the Salt Spring Trail. It
is about a 2-mile loop through heavy subtropical vegetation to
a viewing platform overlooking Salt Springs Run. Bring camera
and binoculars to view alligators, otters and eagles.
FISHING
Largemouth, Sunshine and Striped bass; bluegill; shell cracker;
crappie; mullet; catfish; Blue crab and many other freshwater
fish
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