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
Norman H
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: LOPB
At $45 per night, with no water or electricity, I expected a better cared for campground. The boundary around the tent pad was broken and chipped concrete. There were weeds and other vegetation in the tent pad. Multiple sites that I saw had broken grills and overgrown vegetation. The bath house had a vent fan that sounded like an airboat. Several of the fixtures in the bath house were broken or inoperable. You could not control the hot and cold in the shower. The area around the spring was also overgrown and not very well kept. It was much better kept when the US Forest service took care of it. Since they have given it to a vendor to handle, it seems like all the money is going to profit. They have a bunch of young staff that seems to have little to no experience and managing and maintaining a campground. We also visited Juniper Springs which is handled by the same vendor, they are not faring any better.
Norman H
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: LOPB
At $45 per night, with no water or electricity, I expected a better cared for campground. The boundary around the tent pad was broken and chipped concrete. There were weeds and other vegetation in the tent pad. Multiple sites that I saw had broken grills and overgrown vegetation. The bath house had a vent fan that sounded like an airboat. Several of the fixtures in the bath house were broken or inoperable. You could not control the hot and cold in the shower. The area around the spring was also overgrown and not very well kept. It was much better kept when the US Forest service took care of it. Since they have given it to a vendor to handle, it seems like all the money is going to profit. They have a bunch of young staff that seems to have little to no experience and managing and maintaining a campground. We also visited Juniper Springs which is handled by the same vendor, they are not faring any better.
cristian t
VerifiedAugust 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: LOPB
Lindo lugar
cristian t
VerifiedAugust 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: LOPB
Lindo lugar
Dana A
July 20, 2025
Beautiful place.
Dana A
July 20, 2025
Beautiful place.
Lisette R
VerifiedJuly 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LOPB
We spent the July 4th weekend camping at Alexander Springs Recreation Area and had an amazing experience! Our campsite was clean, spacious, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. The staff truly made our visit exceptional. Everyone we met was friendly, professional, and always happy to help, chat, or offer great tips. We especially enjoyed talking with Donny down at the canoe launch, such a kind and knowledgeable person. The staff at both the gatehouse and the store went above and beyond to assist us whenever we needed anything. The springs themselves are beautiful and refreshing. We’ll definitely be back to enjoy this little slice of paradise again!
Lisette R
VerifiedJuly 14, 2025 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LOPB
We spent the July 4th weekend camping at Alexander Springs Recreation Area and had an amazing experience! Our campsite was clean, spacious, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. The staff truly made our visit exceptional. Everyone we met was friendly, professional, and always happy to help, chat, or offer great tips. We especially enjoyed talking with Donny down at the canoe launch, such a kind and knowledgeable person. The staff at both the gatehouse and the store went above and beyond to assist us whenever we needed anything. The springs themselves are beautiful and refreshing. We’ll definitely be back to enjoy this little slice of paradise again!
Erin R
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOPD
Alexander Springs was nice. The camp ground seemed to be kept well. It was very busy though. Our specific camp ground was tucked back and had lots of ticks and yellow flies. Be sure to bring Deep Woods bug spray and repellent. We had brought some natural stuff and it did not help at all and my fiancé and I were chewed up, and my fiancé got a lone star tick bite. It was also close to the road, so you could always hear when a car went by.
Erin R
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOPD
Alexander Springs was nice. The camp ground seemed to be kept well. It was very busy though. Our specific camp ground was tucked back and had lots of ticks and yellow flies. Be sure to bring Deep Woods bug spray and repellent. We had brought some natural stuff and it did not help at all and my fiancé and I were chewed up, and my fiancé got a lone star tick bite. It was also close to the road, so you could always hear when a car went by.
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
