Florida Camping – Campground Reservations

Directions Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located along County Road 445 in the northeast corner of Lake County between Astor and Altoona, Florida. From I-75, take Highway 40 east through Ocala and Silver Springs approximately 40 miles to Highway 19. Go south on Highway 19 approximately 5 miles to Country Road 445. Go east on 445 for 5 miles to the campground. From I-95, take the Ocala/Silver Springs Exit (Highway 40) west for approximately 35 miles to Highway 19. Go south on Highway 19 approximately 5 miles to County Road 445. Go east on 445 for 5 miles to the campground. Phone 352-669-3522 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, OTHER RECREATION CONCESSION SITE, KAYAKING, CANOEING Keywords ALEX,OCALA NATIONAL FOREST,SEMINOLE DISTRICT,LAKE GEORGE DISTRICT,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Alexander

Directions From I-75 east, travel on State Route 40 to Forest Road 588. Turn south on 588 and go approximately 8 miles. The campground is on the west side of the road. Phone 352-625-2520 Activities CAMPING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords BSCG,SCRUB,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Perennially popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts, Big Scrub Campground sits in the Ocala National Forest in central Florida. A trailhead within the facility offers riders campsite-to-trail access. Recreation Big Scrub Campground offers direct access to the 47-mile Ocala Adventure Trail. All off-road vehicle riders will enjoy exploring the Tread Lightly Four Wheel Drive Way. A permit is required for use of the trail system. Learn more about off-road vehicle use in Ocala National Forest. Facilities Big Scrub can accommodate tents, campers and RVs. The campground is equipped with showers, restrooms

Directions From I-75 in Ocala, Florida, travel east on State Route 40. Turn onto State Route 19 south, then turn right onto Forest Road 595-2 and travel for approximately 4 miles. Buck Lake Group Camp will be on the left. Phone 352-625-2520 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords BLGR,Buck Lake,Buck Lake Group Camp Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview Buck Lake is a group camping facility in the heart of Ocala National Forest in Florida. Great for family reunions and social gatherings, the campground can host a group of up to 50 guests along the shores of Buck Lake. Activities include fishing, boating, picnicking, hiking and simply relaxing and enjoying the breeze. Recreation The sandy swimming beach provides a great place to relax and picnic. Campers have access to Buck Lake to enjoy fishing for panfish, bass and crappie, as well

Directions From Naples: Follow US HWY 41 east until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 67). From Miami: Follow US HWY 41 west until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 67) Phone 239-695-1205 Activities CAMPING, FISHING Keywords Big Cypress Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview Burns Lake Campground offers lake views from every campsite. Offering direct backcountry access, this campground is the ideal place for hunters and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Recreation Burns Lake offers a great access point for your permitted off-road vehicle. Campers can enjoy fishing in the lake and surrounding areas with the appropriate licensure. Just far enough from any major highway, this campground offers countless wildlife viewing opportunities. Facilities This campground offers a picnic day use area, vault toilets, and an off-road vehicle parking lot and access point. No fresh water is available. Natural

Directions Take SR 20 west from Tallahassee through Hosford to Bristol. Turn south on SR 12. Continue south to the Apalachicola National Forest boundary sign and look for a sign for Camel Lake soon after you pass the work station and trailhead on the left. Turn left on Forest Road 105, which is an unpaved road. Drive 2 miles to the recreation area entrance on the right. Phone 850-643-2282 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACCESS Keywords Camel Pond Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Camel Lake Recreation Area provides a quiet place to relax and take in the beauty of the longleaf pine forest. Camping, swimming, hiking, and boating opportunities are all available, focused on the crystal-clear waters of Camel Lake. Recreation Above the lake’s rim, the focal points of this recreation area are the well-shaded ten-site

Directions Doe Lake Recreation Area is between Moss Bluff and Umatilla, Florida. From I-75, west of Ocala, Florida, take the exit for State Route 40 east. Continue 11 miles to Forest Corners, then turn right on County Road 314-A. After about 9 miles, pass through a blinking light at Moss Bluff. Take the next major right at an old country store. Drive for 3.6 miles, passing entrances for Sunnyhill Restoration Area on the left, and turn left on Forest Road 14, also known as Cross Road or Big Scrub Road. Continue nearly a mile and bear right, then turn right into the recreation area. Physical Address: Doe Lake Campground Umatilla, FL 32784 Phone 352-625-2520 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HORSEBACK RIDING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords DOEL,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Doe Lake is a group campsite with a

Directions Physical Address (NO MAIL SERVICE): 1400 Fort Pickens Road, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561 From I-10, take I-110 S to Pensacola. Take U.S. Highway 98S/FL Highway 30 over Pensacola Bay to Gulf Breeze. Follow 98 through Gulf Breeze, turn right onto FL Highway 399 to Pensacola Beach. Pay $1/vehicle at (Sunpass) toll booth entering Pensacola Beach, then turn right at the traffic light onto Fort Pickens Road. It is about 3 miles to the park entrance station, then 4 miles to the campground registration office. Phone 850-934-2622 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords FORT PICKENS,Gulf Islands Campground,Gulf Islands National Seashore Campground,Fort Pickens State Park,Fort Pickens National Park Campground,Gulf Islands National Park Campground,FORT PICKENS CAMPGROUND (FL) Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview Fort Pickens Campground is situated on Santa Rosa Island,

Directions From the intersection of Hwy 441 and Hwy 90 in Lake City, FL, drive east on Hwy 90 for 12.6 miles. Turn left at the flashing light onto Pine Street. Cross over the railroad tracks. After about half a mile, you will see a sign directing you to turn left and proceed to The Landing. Turn onto your first road on the left, and you will soon see the gate for the facility. Phone (386) 752-2577 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords The Landing,The Group Landing Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Group Landing is a secluded area that offers a flexible space accommodating many outdoor activities, from a weekend family camping trip to a midweek company picnic. Recreation Swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and more are easily accommodated. A private sand beach gives a great venue for relaxing by the

Directions From I-75, take Highway 40 east through Ocala and Silver Springs for approximately 36 miles to the Juniper Springs Recreation Area. From I-95, take the Ocala/Silver Springs Exit (Highway 40) west for approximately 37 miles to the Juniper Springs Recreation Area. From the intersection of Highway 40 and Highway 19, the campground is 4.5 miles west on Highway 40. The entrance is on the north side of Highway 40. Phone 352-625-3147 Activities BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords JUSP,OCALA NATIONAL FOREST,LAKE GEORGE DISTRICT,SEMINOLE DISTRICT,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Juniper Springs Campground is one of the most popular campgrounds in the Ocala National Forest. The location offers deeply shaded sites within walking distance of some of Florida’s most

Directions From I-75, west of Ocala, take exit 352 onto State Route 40 east. Continue for 10 miles to County Road 314. Turn left on 314 and go 6 miles. Turn left onto 147th Avenue Road and look for the Lake Shore sign and entrance on left. Phone 352-625-2520 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING Keywords LSGC,BACKSIDE OF FORE LAKE,BACKSIDE OF FOUR LAKE,LAKE SHORE,LAKESHORE,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Lake Shore Group Campground sits on the north shore of Fore Lake in Ocala National Forest. It is a favorite for scout, church and civic groups, as well as large families and reunions. Recreation Fore Lake is an excellent spot for birding. Visitors can also picnic and fish along the shore. Campers who wish to venture out into the water can launch their electric-motor boats, canoes and kayaks

Directions From Naples: Follow US HWY 41 east until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 52) From Miami: Follow US HWY 41 west until you see signs for campground (approximately mile marker 52) Phone 1 (239) 695-1205 Activities CAMPING, DAY USE AREA Keywords Midway Campground,Big Cypress Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Midway Campground is a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy the surrounding preserve while sitting at their picnic table. Visitors may enjoy nearby activities such as fishing, hiking through the preserve, and exploring the many boardwalks. Recreation Midway Campground is centrally located in Big Cypress National Preserve, offering a multitude of recreational activities. Ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, photography, and off-road vehicle trails. Facilities This campground offers electric hookups for RV sites, dump station, flush toilets, and water. Each RV campsite has its own picnic table

Directions Mill Dam is located just off of Highway 40, approximately 15 miles east of Silver Springs, Florida, and 50 miles west of Ormond Beach. From 40, look for the Mill Dam/Half Moon signs about a quarter-mile from the recreational area turnoffs. Phone 352-625-2520 Activities CAMPING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords MDAM,MILL DAM LAKE,MILL LAKE,DAM LAKE,MILL DAM,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview Mill Dam Group Campground offers a fun and relaxing setting for groups of up to 150 to enjoy Ocala National Forest. Large picnic shelters and access to outdoor and water recreation make this area ideal for family reunions and other large parties. Recreation The campground sits along the 168-acre Mill Dam Lake, and water activities are popular among campers and day-use visitors. Anglers come from all over to enjoy bass fishing. Campers can

Directions From Naples: Follow US HWY 41 east until you see the sign for campground (approximately mile marker 59). From Miami: Follow US HIWY 41 west until you see the sign for campground (approximately mile marker 59) Phone 1 (239) 695-1205 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HUNTING, DAY USE AREA Keywords Big Cypress Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Monument Lake Campground is a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy the surrounding preserve while sitting at their picnic table. Visitors may enjoy nearby activities such as fishing, hiking through the preserve, and exploring the many boardwalks. Recreation Monument Lake Campground is centrally located in Big Cypress National Preserve offering a multitude of recreational activities including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, photography, and off-road vehicle trails. Facilities This campground offers flush toilets and drinking water. Fire rings are available at the tent sites. Natural Features

Directions From LaBelle, Florida, travel SR 80 8 mi east to Dalton Lane. Turn north on Dalton Lane and follow the road into the campground. Phone 863-675-8400 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, BIRDING Keywords ORTO,ORTONA LOCK,LAKE OKEECHOBEE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview Ortona South is a perfect campground for a quiet, sunny escape to South Florida. the campground is set along the Caloosahatchie River. Recreation Activities here are focused on simple, relaxing pleasures like fishing and strolling the grounds. The long entrance road from the highway provides a great place for walking and bicycling. Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Crappie are the most commonly caught fish at the large pier at the campground. Snook are commonly caught at the small north end pier which is accessible by walking across the dam from 7AM to 4PM. Several large bird species frequent the

Directions From Deland, Florida, drive west on State Route 44 to the first intersection after crossing the St. Johns River. Turn right on County Road 42, and the entrance to the campground is on the right. Phone 352-625-2520 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords RFGS,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview River Forest is a shaded group camping facility on the shores of the St. Johns River in Ocala National Forest. Located just across the river from Deland, the site is popular for groups, family reunions and weddings and can accommodate up to 125 guests. Recreation This site is a great setting for groups to relax, picnic and enjoy the shade on a warm day. A large field offers ample space for activities such as softball, volleyball and horseshoe tossing. Visitors wanting to venture out of the picnic

Directions Salt Springs is located 35 miles east of Ocala (I-75), 60 miles west of Daytona Beach (I-95) and 95 miles north of Orlando, Florida. From I-75 to Ocala: Drive east on State Route 40 for about 12 miles, then turn north on County Road 314 and proceed for 18 miles. Turn north on State Highway 19 and drive for about 0.5 mile to the recreation area entrance on the right. From I-95 east of Ormond Beach: Take SR 40 west about 40 miles to Highway 19. Turn north on Highway 19 and go about 16 miles to Salt Springs. Continue 0.5 miles to the recreation entrance on the right. Phone 352-685-2048 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE, CANOEING Keywords SSRA,SALT SPRINGS CAMPGROUND,OCALA NATlONAL FOREST,LAKE GEORGE DISTRICT,SEMINOLE DISTRICT,NFs IN FLORIDA – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire

Directions From I-95, take Exit 101 (Stuart/Indiantown), following SR 76 W for 0.5 miles to Locks Road. Turn right onto Locks Road for 1.3 miles to SW Canal Street and turn left into the campground. Phone 772-287-1382 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, CANOEING, BIRDING Keywords STLU,ST. LUCIE LOCK,LAKE OKEECHOBEE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview St. Lucie Campground provides a relaxing camping experience on the St. Lucie Canal, part of the 152 mile Okeechobee Waterway that spans South Florida from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. Campers can enjoy watching boats and the occasional manatee pass through the St Lucie Lock while sitting under the warm Florida sun. Recreation Hike the St. Lucie Nature Trail on the north side of the canal, or spend the day fishing and boating on the St Lucie Canal

Directions From I-75, take Exit 141, following SR 80 E to SR 31. Turn N on SR 31 and travel 4 mi to SR 78. Turn E on SR 78 for 3 mi and turn S on North Franklin Lock Rd into the campground. From I-75, take Exit 143, following Bayshore Boulevard E to SR 31. Turn N on SR 31 and travel 1.5 mi to SR 78. Turn E on SR 78 for 3 mi and turn S on North Franklin Lock Rd into the campground. Phone 239-694-8770 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, KAYAKING, BIRDING Keywords WFRN,W.P. FRANKLIN LOCK,FRANKLIN,FRANKLIN LOCK,ALVA,W P FRANKLIN N,LAKE OKEECHOBEE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Tourism Florida State Road Conditions Overview Visitors flock to W.P. Franklin Campground for its well-kept facilities and location on the Caloosahatchee River, where campers can fish, boat and take it easy in sunny southwest Florida. The campground,

Directions From Interstate 75, take Exit 141 (Palm Beach Blvd.) east for 7 miles to Old Olga Road. Make a left on Old Olga Road and proceed 0.3 miles to Franklin Lock Road. Make a right on Franklin Lock Road into the WP Franklin South Recreation Area. Phone 239-694-2582 Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, KAYAKING, CANOEING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview WP Franklin South Recreation Area is a day use area located on the Caloosahatchee River adjacent to the WP Franklin Lock and Dam. Visitors can watch boats traversing the 152 mile Okeechobee Waterway that spans South Florida from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico, enjoy the exhibits at the visitor center or just relax with a picnic lunch. Recreation Boating, canoeing and kayaking on the Caloosahatchee River are popular activities. Anglers can

Directions From the intersection of CR 379 and SR 65 in Sumatra, drive south on SR 65 for 2.5 miles. Turn right onto FR 101 (Wright Lake Rd) and follow it west for 1.5 miles to the Wright Lake Recreation Area entrance on the right. Turn right and follow the entrance road up to the kiosk. Phone 850-643-2282 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS Keywords Wright Lake Recreation Area,Wright Lake Campground,Wright Lake Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Florida State Road Conditions Florida State Tourism Overview Wright Lake is located approximately 25 miles from the Gulf of Mexico in an area known as the Forgotten Coast. Wright Lake and nearby Hickory Landing provide easy access to the Apalachicola River, known for its sport fishing, boating and paddling. You will never run out of things to do! Recreation Wright Lake is a quiet scenic