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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 (1142)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Lauren R
VerifiedDecember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: LOPD
Great spring to visit, kayaked most the day down the river and saw some great wildlife. Campsites are spacious and clean.
Cayla K
VerifiedDecember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOPB
Absolutely beautiful campground! My husband and I hiked in on the Florida trail from Clearwater Lake and we were tired and exhausted when we arrived but we found the campground to be very peaceful and relaxing. The staff is awesome and the spring is so beautiful but as hikers we were a little disappointed that the Seminole trail was closed down. The only thing I think they could improve on are the showers. There are no knobs to keep the water running and we had to keep pushing a button to get it going but despite that we were able to get cleaned up. We would definitely recommend it and would definitely camp here again!
Lauren R
VerifiedDecember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: LOPD
Great spring to visit, kayaked most the day down the river and saw some great wildlife. Campsites are spacious and clean.
Cayla K
VerifiedDecember 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LOPB
Absolutely beautiful campground! My husband and I hiked in on the Florida trail from Clearwater Lake and we were tired and exhausted when we arrived but we found the campground to be very peaceful and relaxing. The staff is awesome and the spring is so beautiful but as hikers we were a little disappointed that the Seminole trail was closed down. The only thing I think they could improve on are the showers. There are no knobs to keep the water running and we had to keep pushing a button to get it going but despite that we were able to get cleaned up. We would definitely recommend it and would definitely camp here again!
Steve K
VerifiedDecember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOPB
A really nice Campground with tree and shrub surrounded campsites, plus a beautiful spring swimming area. A truly enjoyable and beautiful Park
Steve K
VerifiedDecember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: LOPB
A really nice Campground with tree and shrub surrounded campsites, plus a beautiful spring swimming area. A truly enjoyable and beautiful Park
Richard H
VerifiedDecember 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: LOPA
The clearest H2O I've ever seen, saw many aquatic species turtles, otters, fish, gators, and mermaids!
Campsite was clean and well separated by forest.
We're going to be back!
Richard H
VerifiedDecember 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: LOPA
The clearest H2O I've ever seen, saw many aquatic species turtles, otters, fish, gators, and mermaids!
Campsite was clean and well separated by forest.
We're going to be back!
Frederick M
VerifiedDecember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: LOPC
Clean sites, but neighbors were very very loud during the weekend. Not a lot of activities besides kayaking and swimming/snorkeling. Hunting season was going on so hiking was less appealing. Bathrooms were overtaxed during the weekend and drains flooded the floor, so they were unusable. No signs warned of septic issues or closed the bathrooms. Same piece of human waste was on toilet bowl the entire week, so cleaning of bathrooms was nonexistent.
Frederick M
VerifiedDecember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: LOPC
Clean sites, but neighbors were very very loud during the weekend. Not a lot of activities besides kayaking and swimming/snorkeling. Hunting season was going on so hiking was less appealing. Bathrooms were overtaxed during the weekend and drains flooded the floor, so they were unusable. No signs warned of septic issues or closed the bathrooms. Same piece of human waste was on toilet bowl the entire week, so cleaning of bathrooms was nonexistent.
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.
Elevation: 11 feet
11 mi drive to downtown Altoona (about 15 min)
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: September 9, 2026
