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
ed b
VerifiedMarch 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOPD
Michael F
VerifiedMarch 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: LOPB
Great campground and enjoyed kayaking th spring run
ed b
VerifiedMarch 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: LOPD
Bonnie A
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
The campground was beautiful and well maintained. The launch site for kayaks and canoes is quite a hike. They do have a cart for this purpose but unfortunately it was nowhere to be found. There is another launch about a half mile down the road.
Linda G
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: LOPA
We rode ebikes on the Paisley trail and enjoyed it very much. The park is a beautiful place to camp.
Jenneska H
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOPB
Our spit didn’t have a grill we had no clue when we got there it was broken but other then that it was okay
Richard M
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOPB
Nice sized campsites and reasonably well maintained. The spring area is okay, but the water itself is wonderful. Too expensive for a day pass and campsites without hook ups. National forest lands should be more reasonable so they are more accessible.
Richard M
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOPB
Nice sized campsites and reasonably well maintained. The spring area is okay, but the water itself is wonderful. Too expensive for a day pass and campsites without hook ups. National forest lands should be more reasonable so they are more accessible.
Jenneska H
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOPB
Our spit didn’t have a grill we had no clue when we got there it was broken but other then that it was okay
Bonnie A
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: LOPB
The campground was beautiful and well maintained. The launch site for kayaks and canoes is quite a hike. They do have a cart for this purpose but unfortunately it was nowhere to be found. There is another launch about a half mile down the road.
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
