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
Janet A
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOPB
Nice, but not quite as lovely as Juniper Springs. Very noisy generators running from what looks like a permanent , very messy campsite right in front of the bathrooms.
Janet A
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LOPB
Nice, but not quite as lovely as Juniper Springs. Very noisy generators running from what looks like a permanent , very messy campsite right in front of the bathrooms.
Alan L
VerifiedFebruary 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOPA
Nice campground in the southern end of the Ocala National Forest. There are no hookups at individual sites. Quiet hours (no generator) are from 10pm to 6am. Sites are large with extra room for tents. However, the park is old and showing its age. The roads and the sites are paved, but the paving job is deteriorating. Bathhouses are clean and functional, but very outdated. The vegetation is in need of trimming. there is a bit of road noise from CR445 in front of the park. The springs are a popular watering hole, but there is nothing else nearby.
Robert G
VerifiedFebruary 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOPA
Park was very clean and well maintained. Park staff were also very friendly.
Alan L
VerifiedFebruary 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LOPA
Nice campground in the southern end of the Ocala National Forest. There are no hookups at individual sites. Quiet hours (no generator) are from 10pm to 6am. Sites are large with extra room for tents. However, the park is old and showing its age. The roads and the sites are paved, but the paving job is deteriorating. Bathhouses are clean and functional, but very outdated. The vegetation is in need of trimming. there is a bit of road noise from CR445 in front of the park. The springs are a popular watering hole, but there is nothing else nearby.
Robert G
VerifiedFebruary 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOPA
Park was very clean and well maintained. Park staff were also very friendly.
Jefferey J
VerifiedFebruary 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOPD
Hosts in Loop B site is trashy and messy, looks like a swap meet with all the items and tarps. Was nit a plus anyone wanted to walk up to gor assistance. Bathrooms and showers on Loop D were disgusting. Staff said they had been cleaned everyday but there was no way, especially when the Loop was only 1/4 full. The recreation /spring area had Garbage everywhere and wasnt cleaned up daily. The office staff were very nice but that's the only real positive along with our site was nice and large.
Jefferey J
VerifiedFebruary 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: LOPD
Hosts in Loop B site is trashy and messy, looks like a swap meet with all the items and tarps. Was nit a plus anyone wanted to walk up to gor assistance. Bathrooms and showers on Loop D were disgusting. Staff said they had been cleaned everyday but there was no way, especially when the Loop was only 1/4 full. The recreation /spring area had Garbage everywhere and wasnt cleaned up daily. The office staff were very nice but that's the only real positive along with our site was nice and large.
Austin O
VerifiedFebruary 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: LOPB
Had a great experience with the family! Our site was right next to the restrooms and showers which was a a huge plus. Just remember to bring extra money for firewood or bring your own as the price is pretty high at $10 a bag.
Austin O
VerifiedFebruary 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: LOPB
Had a great experience with the family! Our site was right next to the restrooms and showers which was a a huge plus. Just remember to bring extra money for firewood or bring your own as the price is pretty high at $10 a bag.
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 13, 2026
