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
Lee W
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: LOPD
Quiet and clean
Micaela L
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: LOPB
Beautiful spring. Spacious campgrounds surrounded by trees so it felt private even when the campground filled up. Bathrooms clean and well maintained. Will come back!
Micaela L
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: LOPB
Beautiful spring. Spacious campgrounds surrounded by trees so it felt private even when the campground filled up. Bathrooms clean and well maintained. Will come back!
James B
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: LOPC
With out water at the site it makes a camper less comfortable. Not much less but no power makes it worse. otherwise it's fine until the outside temp heads toward less than 40 deg F
James B
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: LOPC
With out water at the site it makes a camper less comfortable. Not much less but no power makes it worse. otherwise it's fine until the outside temp heads toward less than 40 deg F
Melissa R
VerifiedJanuary 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
Love this park. The night we stayed there was a freeze warning, so it was very hard to enjoy the water and the kayaking. It’s a shame. The trail has been closed for a little while now.
Melissa R
VerifiedJanuary 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
Love this park. The night we stayed there was a freeze warning, so it was very hard to enjoy the water and the kayaking. It’s a shame. The trail has been closed for a little while now.
Elena L
VerifiedJanuary 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: LOPB
This was our first time camping in the Ocala forest and we were not disappointed. We were met by a very friendly and accommodating lady ( Amber) who provided us with all the necessary details for our stay. Our camp site was convenient located by well maintained restrooms which had showers with hot water. Each campsite had its own grill and fire pit with food storage with well keeped grounds. We enjoyed our time with the children on our 4 hour rental canoes and got to see gators, turtles and otters and birds, later we went for a spring swim which was reshreshing. All in all it was a great experience and would love to explore the areas in the future.
Elena L
VerifiedJanuary 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: LOPB
This was our first time camping in the Ocala forest and we were not disappointed. We were met by a very friendly and accommodating lady ( Amber) who provided us with all the necessary details for our stay. Our camp site was convenient located by well maintained restrooms which had showers with hot water. Each campsite had its own grill and fire pit with food storage with well keeped grounds. We enjoyed our time with the children on our 4 hour rental canoes and got to see gators, turtles and otters and birds, later we went for a spring swim which was reshreshing. All in all it was a great experience and would love to explore the areas in the future.
Jeffrey D
VerifiedJanuary 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOPB
The noisy fan in the bathroom could be heard in much of the campground. Inside the bathroom it was deafening. What is the camper/campsite set up that looks like someone has been living there for years? No campground just sign. First time I’ve been at a campground with cat infestation. Can’t be good for the wildlife.
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
