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Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Bathrooms and store at day use area.
Picnic area at our entry pavilion.
Our Amphitheater
Shower at waterfront
Canoes at our run launch

Featured amenities

General Store
Showers

About Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs. With forested scenery and abundant water, the recreation area offers camping, swimming, canoeing, scuba diving (for certified divers), hiking, birding and wildlife viewing. The Ocala National Forest, located in north central Florida, spans four counties and 383,000 acres. It is the southernmost and oldest national forest east of the Mississippi River, and protects the world's largest contiguous sand pine scrub forest. If you are planning to visit the weekend of Memorial Day through Labor Day on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, you will be required to obtain a Vehicle Access Reservation.  

Number of accommodations: 64

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

64 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 002, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 004 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 005, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 006, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 007, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 008, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 009, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 010, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 011, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 012, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 013, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 014, Loop: LOPA
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🚐 015, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 016, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 017, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 018, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 019, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 020, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 021, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 022, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 023, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 024, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 025- Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 026, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 027, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 028, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 029, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 030, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 031, Loop: LOPB
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🚐 032, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 033, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 034, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 035, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 036, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 037, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 038, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 039, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 040, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 041, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 042, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 043, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 044, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 045, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 046, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 047, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 048, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 049 - Handicap Accessible, Loop: LOPC
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🚐 050, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 051, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 052, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 053, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 054, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 055, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 056, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 057, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 058, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 059, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 060, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 061, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 062, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 063, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 064, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 065, Loop: LOPD
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🚐 067, Loop: LOPD
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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.

Review Summary

4.3
1118 reviews
5
58.1%
650
4
21.9%
245
3
11.5%
129
2
6.7%
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Lori H

Verified

July 11, 2022 Stayed at: 055, Loop: LOPD

5

Alexander Springs was beautiful and the entire park was clean. The staff were very kind. This was the most relaxing get away I’ve ever had!

Lori H

Verified

July 11, 2022 Stayed at: 055, Loop: LOPD

5

Alexander Springs was beautiful and the entire park was clean. The staff were very kind. This was the most relaxing get away I’ve ever had!

Rosa A

Verified

July 8, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOPA

4

Beautiful place we loved the staff, everything was perfect. My only complaint is that the guest with dogs should pick up there poop, because the flies are really bad at the Campground

Rosa A

Verified

July 8, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOPA

4

Beautiful place we loved the staff, everything was perfect. My only complaint is that the guest with dogs should pick up there poop, because the flies are really bad at the Campground

Hope B

Verified

July 2, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: LOPC

4

Wonderful spot for tent camping. We really enjoyed the park. Was a perfect spot to camp with young children as you don’t camp right next to the water. The bathhouses and bathrooms were always clean. Highly recommend!

Hope B

Verified

July 2, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: LOPC

4

Wonderful spot for tent camping. We really enjoyed the park. Was a perfect spot to camp with young children as you don’t camp right next to the water. The bathhouses and bathrooms were always clean. Highly recommend!

Lynette B

June 18, 2022

5

We rented two pavilions for a company outing...they had a blast! So much so they asked to again for our next outing!

Lynette B

June 18, 2022

5

We rented two pavilions for a company outing...they had a blast! So much so they asked to again for our next outing!

Jo M

Verified

June 7, 2022 Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOPD

4

We very much enjoyed our experience at Alexander Springs. Our campsite #64 was great. It was large, clean and mostly private. The small restroom near out site was clean. The camp host was helpful and accommodating. All other employees that we encountered were pleasant as well. My only criticism is that the boardwalk trail was still closed and apparently has been for some time. I would have enjoyed it more if this trail had been open. Hopefully, they will get it fixed before another 2 years has passed. that includes the trails at Juniper Springs, too.

Jo M

Verified

June 7, 2022 Stayed at: 064, Loop: LOPD

4

We very much enjoyed our experience at Alexander Springs. Our campsite #64 was great. It was large, clean and mostly private. The small restroom near out site was clean. The camp host was helpful and accommodating. All other employees that we encountered were pleasant as well. My only criticism is that the boardwalk trail was still closed and apparently has been for some time. I would have enjoyed it more if this trail had been open. Hopefully, they will get it fixed before another 2 years has passed. that includes the trails at Juniper Springs, too.

Location Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Address:
49525 Cr 445
Altoona, FL, 32702
United States

Highway access

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

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