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
James H
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: LOPB
My 7th trip.
1) Repair the walkway. This is the walkway that most of us campers use to walk down to the spring. It starts at site 19
It's been in disrepair for multiple years now.
2) Repair the Timucuan Trail. It's been closed for over a year.
This is how you can help your visitors!
Mike S
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: LOPD
very nice campground.
Clean bath houses.
The sites were large and spaced out well, had a nice picknick table and fire ring. Sandy soil so no mud even after rain.
The river was great for paddle boarding.
really enjoyed the natural feel this campground had.
Will definitely be back.
Ronald F
VerifiedJanuary 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LOPB
Very well maintained camp sites. Staff are really friendly and helpful.
Ronald F
VerifiedJanuary 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LOPB
Very well maintained camp sites. Staff are really friendly and helpful.
Jared M
VerifiedJanuary 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LOPB
Great sites, the spring is awesome
Jared M
VerifiedJanuary 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LOPB
Great sites, the spring is awesome
Sarina R
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: LOPD
Very beautiful campground and paddle on the spring is wonderful. The Swimming area is nice, but not as nice as in other springs.
Timothy S
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: LOPA
We had a great time at Alexander Springs and enjoyed the slower pace and fewer visitors during our weekday stay from Monday to Friday. The staff was very helpful and the restrooms overall were clean and well maintained.
susan m
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: LOPA
Large groups of loud people, uncontrolled barking dogs and our friends in another site were kept awake till 2 a m with noisiest and partying. Where were the rangers or hosts. Really ruined the beautiful park experience.
Sarina R
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: LOPD
Very beautiful campground and paddle on the spring is wonderful. The Swimming area is nice, but not as nice as in other springs.
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
