Alexander Springs Recreation Area

49525 Cr 445, Altoona, Florida, United States
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Bathrooms and store at day use area.
Picnic area at our entry pavilion.
Our Amphitheater
Shower at waterfront
Canoes at our run launch

Featured amenities

General Store General Store
Showers Showers
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About Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs. With forested scenery and abundant water, the recreation area offers camping, swimming, canoeing, scuba diving (for certified divers), hiking, birding and wildlife viewing. The Ocala National Forest, located in north central Florida, spans four counties and 383,000 acres. It is the southernmost and oldest national forest east of the Mississippi River, and protects the world's largest contiguous sand pine scrub forest. If you are planning to visit the weekend of Memorial Day through Labor Day on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, you will be required to obtain a Vehicle Access Reservation.  

Available sites

64 total sites
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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store General Store
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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64 Sites Available

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🚐 002, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: LOPA RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025- Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: LOPB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 048, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 049 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPC RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 050, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 052, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 053, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 054, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 056, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 057, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 058, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 059, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 060, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 061, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 062, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 063, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 064, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 065, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 067, Loop: LOPD RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

1152 reviews

Summary

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Alexander Springs Recreation Area offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment, with clean bathrooms, friendly staff, and a lovely spring for swimming. Visitors enjoy the peaceful campgrounds, spacious picnic areas, and opportunities for wildlife viewing and kayaking. However, some concerns were raised about pavilion maintenance, noise from nearby campers, and limited hours for the spring, suggesting room for improvement in management.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

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Bruce M

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January 6, 2022 Stayed at: 026, Loop: LOPB

This is one of the most beautiful campgrounds I’ve ever stayed in
So much to see an do in the area
Ocala NF a and Alexander springs are definitely worth the trip

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Joe C

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January 6, 2022 Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOPA

Private and Beautiful camp sites. Clean restrooms and showers.

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Brooke E

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January 6, 2022 Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOPB

We camped for four nights Sunday-Thursday. We enjoyed our stay so much. We went swimming in the springs, hiked through the woods, picked oranges nearby (short drive away) to make fresh squeezed orange juice... Tent camping with little kids was a success!

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Bruce M

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January 6, 2022 Stayed at: 026, Loop: LOPB

This is one of the most beautiful campgrounds I’ve ever stayed in
So much to see an do in the area
Ocala NF a and Alexander springs are definitely worth the trip

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Joe C

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January 6, 2022 Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOPA

Private and Beautiful camp sites. Clean restrooms and showers.

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Brooke E

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January 6, 2022 Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOPB

We camped for four nights Sunday-Thursday. We enjoyed our stay so much. We went swimming in the springs, hiked through the woods, picked oranges nearby (short drive away) to make fresh squeezed orange juice... Tent camping with little kids was a success!

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Keith V

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January 8, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOPB

Between Recreation.gov and the campground, nobody seemed willing to help me create a better experience by changing my campsite. They are TOO hands off at the campground regarding the reservations!!! The campground was well maintained, but I had a family of toddlers (5 of them!) screaming through the night next door! All I wanted was an escape from the world, isn’t that why we camp??

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Stephanie N

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January 8, 2022 Stayed at: 060, Loop: LOPD

Campsite was very clean and the team there was fantastic. We were concerned our neighbors would have a crazy New Years party, but they took care of it. Would love to stay there again.

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Keith V

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January 8, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: LOPB

Between Recreation.gov and the campground, nobody seemed willing to help me create a better experience by changing my campsite. They are TOO hands off at the campground regarding the reservations!!! The campground was well maintained, but I had a family of toddlers (5 of them!) screaming through the night next door! All I wanted was an escape from the world, isn’t that why we camp??

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Stephanie N

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January 8, 2022 Stayed at: 060, Loop: LOPD

Campsite was very clean and the team there was fantastic. We were concerned our neighbors would have a crazy New Years party, but they took care of it. Would love to stay there again.

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Location & Directions for Alexander Springs Recreation Area

49525 Cr 445, Altoona, FL 32702 United States

Elevation: 11 ft

Getting There

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 mi to Highway 19. Go s...

Nearest town

Altoona, FL - 11 mi

About 15 min to downtown

Highway access

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.

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: October 24, 2026

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