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
Laurie S
VerifiedApril 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LOPB
This was perhaps the nicest camping experience we’ve ever had—just the sounds of the natural world at night and in the morning. The springs were marvelous (especially during the week when there were fewer people) and we loved our paddles on the spring. We stayed 8 nights—and we were so happy to be there. Very nice staff too!
Laurie S
VerifiedApril 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LOPB
This was perhaps the nicest camping experience we’ve ever had—just the sounds of the natural world at night and in the morning. The springs were marvelous (especially during the week when there were fewer people) and we loved our paddles on the spring. We stayed 8 nights—and we were so happy to be there. Very nice staff too!
Brittany C
VerifiedApril 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOPB
BRING SOMETHING TO REPELL THE NO-SEE-UMS!!! This is a beautiful campground with amazing amenities. Restrooms and shower spots are always well kept, the springs are a short drive or a good walk away for a day of fun.
Tiki torches were the way to go for us with helping deter bugs but that’s part of nature, just miserable for bites.
Brittany C
VerifiedApril 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOPB
BRING SOMETHING TO REPELL THE NO-SEE-UMS!!! This is a beautiful campground with amazing amenities. Restrooms and shower spots are always well kept, the springs are a short drive or a good walk away for a day of fun.
Tiki torches were the way to go for us with helping deter bugs but that’s part of nature, just miserable for bites.
Jennifer L
VerifiedApril 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOPC
Beautiful campground with Springs that stay at 72 degrees. Campsite was not level but had bear box, fire pit and table and was clean and close to hiking trails and shower houses. Would definitely stay again and pick a level site. Friendly, helpful and welcoming staff.
Jennifer L
VerifiedApril 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: LOPC
Beautiful campground with Springs that stay at 72 degrees. Campsite was not level but had bear box, fire pit and table and was clean and close to hiking trails and shower houses. Would definitely stay again and pick a level site. Friendly, helpful and welcoming staff.
Dale H
VerifiedMarch 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: LOPB
Pretty bad that the springs access closes at 5:30. Sunset was not until 7:30. Also why would you remodel the restrooms at the springs during the busiest time of the year. The bathrooms on B loop were in bad shape. Broken faucets in the showers, and the sinks where water was running constantly resulting in no hot water for the showers.
Dale H
VerifiedMarch 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: LOPB
Pretty bad that the springs access closes at 5:30. Sunset was not until 7:30. Also why would you remodel the restrooms at the springs during the busiest time of the year. The bathrooms on B loop were in bad shape. Broken faucets in the showers, and the sinks where water was running constantly resulting in no hot water for the showers.
Victor S
VerifiedMarch 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
Well as soon as we arrived at camp we were happily greeted by staff member Jenna at the front gate. As we spent our trip at camp we were happy to see that Alexander Springs maintains its prestine look. Everywhere we went we saw staff cleaning and maintaining the area safe. It is always a pleasure to come to Alexander Springs Durring our stay Jenna stopped by to make sure we were doing ok and if we needed anything to let them know. It's always great to know the staff care about the people camping in the area. Can't wait to return with the family again.
Victor S
VerifiedMarch 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
Well as soon as we arrived at camp we were happily greeted by staff member Jenna at the front gate. As we spent our trip at camp we were happy to see that Alexander Springs maintains its prestine look. Everywhere we went we saw staff cleaning and maintaining the area safe. It is always a pleasure to come to Alexander Springs Durring our stay Jenna stopped by to make sure we were doing ok and if we needed anything to let them know. It's always great to know the staff care about the people camping in the area. Can't wait to return with the family again.
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
