About Alexander Springs Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 64
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
General Store
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- General Store
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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.
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
Harmony C
VerifiedDecember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOPB
Alexander Springs is a wonderful location to camp. Plumbing, I’m glad to hear is a work in progress. Please take out the outdated rectangle concrete structures that once designated tent location. It only limits the sites space for tents. Family camping for the last fifteen years for Thanksgiving has been a joy at Alexander Springs. Imagine how shocked and disappointed we felt when campers due to use my site next we’re allowed to park in front of the site watching us pack up. That was rude and individuals should not be allowed on site until it’s cleared by you.
Anthony F
VerifiedDecember 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: LOPD
Lisa (I believe that was her name) at the front was a dear and checked us in seamlessly. Campsite was big and well maintained. Loved it and it fit the whole crew!
Jerry H
VerifiedNovember 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: LOPD
Each campsite has a bear-safe box, a fire ring, and a fire-grill stand. Our site had been raked and cleaned before our arrival, too. The bathrooms are clean and well-supplied. There was ample firewood available for purchase, too. Overall, an excellent stay!
Vera G
VerifiedNovember 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: LOPD
Beautiful property. campsites are well maintained but very much natural. Bathhouses and restrooms very clean. Personnel at park nice and polite and helpful. The springs are so beautiful.
Beckyrobbins0808@comcast.net R
VerifiedNovember 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: LOPA
We had a nice, large, relatively private campsite. Bathhouse was clean. To use the shower you repeatedly push button on wall - would have liked warmer water in shower. Our campsite was very near a busy road so lots of road noise. The spring is beautiful. Very nice out and back paddle from ramp in park.
Alessandra L
VerifiedNovember 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 025- Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPB
The campsite and swimming beach are perfect! Restrooms and other amenities are very comfortable and cleaned around the clock. We did not get to canoe but the river looked beautiful.
There were reports of sightings of 1 adult bear and 1 cub that weekend at the campsite and on the path leading to the swimming beach. Make sure you use the bear box provided at each campsite to store food and even toiletries, and that you throw away any trash in the dumpster. You can also store toiletries and other scented products in your car.
We did a short hike in the Ocala National Forest right across the street.
Ice and firewood are available for purchase at the entrance.
In spite of the fact that we were on high alert due to the bear sightings, we had a lovely weekend at this amazing park. Would highly recommend and we will probably be going back next year.
Amy T
VerifiedNovember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: LOPD
Alexander Springs Campground has several activities to keep everyone happy. We recommend biking on Paisley Woods Bike Trail through the forest,paddleboarding/canoeing/kayaking, and snorkeling in Alexander Springs. The sites are equipped with a grill, firepit, picnic table and bear box. They are spacious and have privacy from fellow campers. The bathrooms are kept clean. Highly recommended this campground!
Freeda S
VerifiedNovember 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 049 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPC
I really have No words... I have been to many springs This is my Ultimate Favorite place.. it not just about kayaking or the beauty of the park.. When I checked in the staff was 110% on it,, Greeted with smile and friendliness. My Questions where answered in detail.. This is one of the Best Guest services ever at a park.
I appauled the staff. I met some real happy park hosts that had alot of kindness... When people ask me I say absolutely Alexander springs !!! I never have an issue with reservation so I am happy..
I think other parks need to take a class on Guest Service from those who would at Alexander spring..
I always say It cost Absolutely Nothing to be kind to someone..
Thank you Alexander Springs... looking forwards to our Dec camping trip there...
Location Alexander Springs Recreation Area
Address:
49525 Cr 445
Altoona, FL, 32702
United States
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.
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
