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
Kat Bulgado
November 30, 2025
Great spot if you want to camp and enjoy a refreshing spring all in one place! Check-in was easy, the bathrooms were clean and well-maintained, and the spring area and trails were peaceful and relaxing. Just a heads-up: there’s no electricity at the campsites, but there are drinking water faucets throughout the campground.
Thomas M
VerifiedNovember 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
Park was beautiful! Facilities in good shape, camp grounds well arranged. Staff at entry gate and store knowledgeable and friendly.
Dennis W
VerifiedNovember 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: LOPB
We’ve enjoyed multiple stays at Alexander. Just a week ago we saw our first Florida black bear there. She was removed the following day but what a thrill after living in Florida for over60 years and never seeing one outside of our zoo. The spring is refreshing and if the air temps dip, the water seems warmer. Bring a mask and snorkel. The river run is great for seeing otter, turtles, small gators and fish. Most of the paved camp sites are short and narrow so choose wisely. Generators may be used from 6AM to 10PM (no hookups available). It’s dry camping! We avoid summer there. Staff is friendly and accommodating and the park is well maintained. We’ll be back!
Dennis W
VerifiedNovember 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: LOPB
We’ve enjoyed multiple stays at Alexander. Just a week ago we saw our first Florida black bear there. She was removed the following day but what a thrill after living in Florida for over60 years and never seeing one outside of our zoo. The spring is refreshing and if the air temps dip, the water seems warmer. Bring a mask and snorkel. The river run is great for seeing otter, turtles, small gators and fish. Most of the paved camp sites are short and narrow so choose wisely. Generators may be used from 6AM to 10PM (no hookups available). It’s dry camping! We avoid summer there. Staff is friendly and accommodating and the park is well maintained. We’ll be back!
amy s
VerifiedNovember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: LOPB
Alexander Springs is run by a concessionaire. They charge $50 for a primitive campsite, no water/no electric. You must make reservations online. They do not take walk Ins. The front office were helpful during that process. But I should have looked at sites prior to set up. The campground was empty but I was right next to very inconsiderate campers who made noise/loud music until I asked them to stop at midnight. I did mention it to the host in the morning. The spring is wonderful to swim. Hot showers at the spring bath house. But $50 per night for a primitive site is outrageous.
amy s
VerifiedNovember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: LOPB
Alexander Springs is run by a concessionaire. They charge $50 for a primitive campsite, no water/no electric. You must make reservations online. They do not take walk Ins. The front office were helpful during that process. But I should have looked at sites prior to set up. The campground was empty but I was right next to very inconsiderate campers who made noise/loud music until I asked them to stop at midnight. I did mention it to the host in the morning. The spring is wonderful to swim. Hot showers at the spring bath house. But $50 per night for a primitive site is outrageous.
Robert S
VerifiedNovember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOPB
Wonderful sites, peaceful. This time of year almost no one there (November)
Robert S
VerifiedNovember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOPB
Wonderful sites, peaceful. This time of year almost no one there (November)
Ignacio R
VerifiedNovember 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 004 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPA
Nice, peaceful place to camp. Not overwhelmed with partying Urban RV-ers. The place is nicely managed. Go there to relax.
Ignacio R
VerifiedNovember 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 004 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPA
Nice, peaceful place to camp. Not overwhelmed with partying Urban RV-ers. The place is nicely managed. Go there to relax.
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
