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
Dale C
VerifiedMarch 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: LOPC
Beautiful campground. Clean bathrooms and nice spring to swim in.
Dale C
VerifiedMarch 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: LOPC
Beautiful campground. Clean bathrooms and nice spring to swim in.
Richard H
VerifiedMarch 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: LOPC
Wonderful campground with lots to do in the area. My wife and I were hiking big segments of the Florida Trail, which goes right by the campground. Also we kayaked down the creek one day for about 7 miles
Richard H
VerifiedMarch 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: LOPC
Wonderful campground with lots to do in the area. My wife and I were hiking big segments of the Florida Trail, which goes right by the campground. Also we kayaked down the creek one day for about 7 miles
Diana B
VerifiedMarch 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: LOPD
good campsites
Diana B
VerifiedMarch 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: LOPD
good campsites
Marian Z
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOPA
We stayed in a "rustic" campsite on loop A. It was very nice, and from what we saw, all the site's on that loop looked good, although some were larger than others. The bathroom and shower facilities were well kept and in working order. There was enough space between campsites that we felt we had some privacy, and there are trees that also block the view from one site to the next. The spring, and attached little waterway, is just beautiful. The water is incredibly clear so you can see the fish swimming along the bottom. There are tons of birds - and some alligators too. This is a great place to camp. We will happily do it again someday!
Megan S
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOPA
My friend and I enjoyed Alexander Springs! We stayed at campsite 14. Unfortunately for us, it rained both nights that we were there, but the second night was made much easier by putting up our hammocks and stringing up a tarp to make a canopy (as opposed to getting water in our tent the first night)! The springs and the trails were beautiful, so be sure to check those out!
Marian Z
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LOPA
We stayed in a "rustic" campsite on loop A. It was very nice, and from what we saw, all the site's on that loop looked good, although some were larger than others. The bathroom and shower facilities were well kept and in working order. There was enough space between campsites that we felt we had some privacy, and there are trees that also block the view from one site to the next. The spring, and attached little waterway, is just beautiful. The water is incredibly clear so you can see the fish swimming along the bottom. There are tons of birds - and some alligators too. This is a great place to camp. We will happily do it again someday!
Megan S
VerifiedMarch 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOPA
My friend and I enjoyed Alexander Springs! We stayed at campsite 14. Unfortunately for us, it rained both nights that we were there, but the second night was made much easier by putting up our hammocks and stringing up a tarp to make a canopy (as opposed to getting water in our tent the first night)! The springs and the trails were beautiful, so be sure to check those out!
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
