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
Marie H
VerifiedNovember 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 025- Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPB
Poor customer service and I wanted a refund cause we didn’t stay the full night and the site manager refused rudely and I read the policy and I’m entitled to a refund and one of the shower stalls in the ladies room in loop b across from the handicap site I reserved had no lock
Dave S
VerifiedNovember 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: LOPC
Clean, well managed
Donna S
VerifiedNovember 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
We've been coming to Alexander Springs for 32 years. Highly recommend this place.
Donna S
VerifiedNovember 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
We've been coming to Alexander Springs for 32 years. Highly recommend this place.
Gregory E
VerifiedNovember 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LOPB
Wonderful!
Gregory E
VerifiedNovember 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LOPB
Wonderful!
mark c
VerifiedOctober 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: LOPD
I stay here a few times a year. The staff is great!! I had a problem with a site not being large enough for my small group and they we very helpful to accommodate our needs. It is my go to camp area.
mark c
VerifiedOctober 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: LOPD
I stay here a few times a year. The staff is great!! I had a problem with a site not being large enough for my small group and they we very helpful to accommodate our needs. It is my go to camp area.
Michael H
VerifiedOctober 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: LOPC
Camp site 46 was perfect for tent camping and I'll try to get it every time I camp at Alexander Springs Recreation Area. It had enough foliage around it to feel isolated while being conveniently close to the bathhouse. The spring wasn't very busy and the water was beautiful, even if it took a little time to adjust to how cold it was when swimming. Renting a canoe was straight forward and we had a great time canoeing lazily down the river. Canoeing back up the river was easy, even for someone out of shape like myself. Be sure to use the bear box, we had a raccoon or two visit looking for food to steal, but no bears thankfully.
Michael H
VerifiedOctober 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: LOPC
Camp site 46 was perfect for tent camping and I'll try to get it every time I camp at Alexander Springs Recreation Area. It had enough foliage around it to feel isolated while being conveniently close to the bathhouse. The spring wasn't very busy and the water was beautiful, even if it took a little time to adjust to how cold it was when swimming. Renting a canoe was straight forward and we had a great time canoeing lazily down the river. Canoeing back up the river was easy, even for someone out of shape like myself. Be sure to use the bear box, we had a raccoon or two visit looking for food to steal, but no bears thankfully.
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 4, 2026
