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Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Bathrooms and store at day use area.
Picnic area at our entry pavilion.
Our Amphitheater
Shower at waterfront
Canoes at our run launch

Featured amenities

General Store
Showers

About Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs. With forested scenery and abundant water, the recreation area offers camping, swimming, canoeing, scuba diving (for certified divers), hiking, birding and wildlife viewing. The Ocala National Forest, located in north central Florida, spans four counties and 383,000 acres. It is the southernmost and oldest national forest east of the Mississippi River, and protects the world's largest contiguous sand pine scrub forest. If you are planning to visit the weekend of Memorial Day through Labor Day on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, you will be required to obtain a Vehicle Access Reservation.  

Number of accommodations: 64

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

64 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 002, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 004 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 005, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 006, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 007, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 008, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 009, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 010, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 011, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 012, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 013, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 014, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 015, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 016, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 017, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 018, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 019, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 020, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 021, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 022, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 023, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 024, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 025- Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 026, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 027, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 028, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 029, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 030, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 031, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 032, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 033, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 034, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 035, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 036, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 037, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 038, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 039, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 040, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 041, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 042, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 043, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 044, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 045, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 046, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 047, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 048, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 049 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 050, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 051, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 052, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 053, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 054, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 055, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 056, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 057, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 058, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 059, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 060, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 061, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 062, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 063, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 064, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 065, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 067, Loop: LOPD
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Reviews (1118)

What Guests Are Saying

Alexander Springs Recreation Area offers a welcoming atmosphere with friendly and helpful staff, well-maintained campsites, and clean restrooms. Visitors enjoy the beautiful spring, clear waters, and convenient amenities like stores offering ice and firewood. While some critiques mention overcrowding and cleanliness issues at certain sites, many guests look forward to returning for the peaceful nature experience and recreational activities.

Review Summary

4.3
1118 reviews
5
58.1%
650
4
21.9%
245
3
11.5%
129
2
6.7%
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1
1.7%
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Michelle C

Verified

January 19, 2022 Stayed at: 019, Loop: LOPB

5

I love that we can camp so close to the spring. The sites are spaced out. Quiet times are respected and enforced.

Jennifer M

Verified

January 19, 2022 Stayed at: 032, Loop: LOPC

5

Wade in the springs, regardless of the season! 72o water feels warm when it’s cool in the winter, and feels cool in the summer heat.
The volunteers at this park are over the top! One watched my dog while I visited the springs.

Paul R

Verified

January 17, 2022 Stayed at: 049 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPC

3

The staff at the front were very friendly and informative. The campsite was clean as well as the public restrooms/showers. There are metal storage bins you are able to put your coolers/food/etc. in to prevent bears/wildlife. We were able to collect surrounding wood for a campfire which made things more convenient. Ice and additional large logs/firewood are available to purchase at the entrance. We enjoyed two canoe trips; the only downside is the cost for a canoe rental was high ($50/day) and the main hiking trail/boardwalk is closed for renovations. Also, there are no individual outlets at each campsite and the only power outlet at the campground was in loop C by the restroom so I would recommend bringing a portable charger. Unfortunately, we had a portable charging device plugged in the outlet outside the restroom and it was stolen. Overall, we did enjoy our stay at the Alexander Springs and in addition we actually stayed an extra night. Would definitely recommend.

Paul R

Verified

January 17, 2022 Stayed at: 049 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPC

3

The staff at the front were very friendly and informative. The campsite was clean as well as the public restrooms/showers. There are metal storage bins you are able to put your coolers/food/etc. in to prevent bears/wildlife. We were able to collect surrounding wood for a campfire which made things more convenient. Ice and additional large logs/firewood are available to purchase at the entrance. We enjoyed two canoe trips; the only downside is the cost for a canoe rental was high ($50/day) and the main hiking trail/boardwalk is closed for renovations. Also, there are no individual outlets at each campsite and the only power outlet at the campground was in loop C by the restroom so I would recommend bringing a portable charger. Unfortunately, we had a portable charging device plugged in the outlet outside the restroom and it was stolen. Overall, we did enjoy our stay at the Alexander Springs and in addition we actually stayed an extra night. Would definitely recommend.

Jose B

Verified

January 14, 2022 Stayed at: 054, Loop: LOPD

5

The lady at the front office entrance extremely nice and helpful, park always looking very nice and the spring area awesome

Jose B

Verified

January 14, 2022 Stayed at: 054, Loop: LOPD

5

The lady at the front office entrance extremely nice and helpful, park always looking very nice and the spring area awesome

Jared H

Verified

January 12, 2022 Stayed at: 018, Loop: LOPB

4

Alexander Springs is great. We've been going there for over a decade. Being able to book a site online the day of now is great. For years I've gone there and there would be a bunch of empty sites because they had to be reserved 3 days in advance. The Timiquan trail has been closed for about two years now and is one of the best parts of the park. This needs to be reopened. I wonder if I could donate or volunteer to get it back open.

Joyce S

Verified

January 12, 2022 Stayed at: 048, Loop: LOPC

4

We enjoyed our stay at Alexander Springs the camp sites have lots of trees and privacy between sites and bath houses were kept clean. You could see it's age and a few things were in need of repair but they were in the process of some restoring and fixing things. Would recommend and we look forward to camping again at Alexander Springs.

David V

Verified

January 12, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: LOPA

3

walk way around springs was closed. concession building was closed. camping is still full price.

Jared H

Verified

January 12, 2022 Stayed at: 018, Loop: LOPB

4

Alexander Springs is great. We've been going there for over a decade. Being able to book a site online the day of now is great. For years I've gone there and there would be a bunch of empty sites because they had to be reserved 3 days in advance. The Timiquan trail has been closed for about two years now and is one of the best parts of the park. This needs to be reopened. I wonder if I could donate or volunteer to get it back open.

Location Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Address:
49525 Cr 445
Altoona, FL, 32702
United States

Highway access

Alexander Springs Recreation Area is accessible via State Road 40, which is approximately 15 miles to the north. US Highway 441 is also nearby, providing additional access to the area.

Latitude & Longitude: 29.0789 / -81.58

Elevation: 11 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

11AM

  • Vehicle access reservations are required on holiday weekends.
  • The campground gate locks at specific times, and late check-ins must complete their check-in the following day.

Safety & rules

  • Generators cannot be operated.
  • Caution is advised with pets due to alligator presence.
  • Floats in the swimming area should be limited to under 60 inches in width.
  • The boardwalk is closed due to damage.

Site capacity

  • Campsites can accommodate 2 tents, 2 vehicles, and 5 people maximum.

Fees & deposits

  • Additional vehicles incur a nightly fee.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Food must be stored in approved containers to prevent wildlife interactions.

Pets

  • Pets must stay leashed and supervised; not allowed in certain areas.

General

  • Click here for more information about Ocala National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • To protect forests, do not move firewood; obtain it locally.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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