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
Fran F
VerifiedMarch 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: LOPC
This was a nice park. The spring was beautiful, especially early in the day before the general public filled the area. My campsite was large and the pad for my vehicle and trailer was paved and level, although it was a bit narrow. Potable water was available at numerous locations along the campground road. Park volunteers were friendly as was the staff. My main complaint was that the water temperature in the showers cannot be controlled by the user and was scalding hot. I can manage a hot shower, but this was too hot for me to stand in for more than a few seconds at a time. I think small children would be in danger. My only other complaint is one the park system can't help and that's the traffic noise on loops A, C, and D. It's a shame because it does take away from the overall enjoyment of the camping experience there.
Fran F
VerifiedMarch 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: LOPC
This was a nice park. The spring was beautiful, especially early in the day before the general public filled the area. My campsite was large and the pad for my vehicle and trailer was paved and level, although it was a bit narrow. Potable water was available at numerous locations along the campground road. Park volunteers were friendly as was the staff. My main complaint was that the water temperature in the showers cannot be controlled by the user and was scalding hot. I can manage a hot shower, but this was too hot for me to stand in for more than a few seconds at a time. I think small children would be in danger. My only other complaint is one the park system can't help and that's the traffic noise on loops A, C, and D. It's a shame because it does take away from the overall enjoyment of the camping experience there.
Catie P
VerifiedMarch 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOPA
We had a fun, relaxing weekend at Alexander Spring! Our campsite was large and clean, and the bathrooms and showers are well maintained. The firewood was for sale on site and very affordable. The spring itself was beautiful and clear. We will definitely return.
Catie P
VerifiedMarch 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: LOPA
We had a fun, relaxing weekend at Alexander Spring! Our campsite was large and clean, and the bathrooms and showers are well maintained. The firewood was for sale on site and very affordable. The spring itself was beautiful and clear. We will definitely return.
Jenny K
VerifiedMarch 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LOPB
Everyone at Alexander Springs is nice and very helpful. The sites are big, and there's a lot of privacy. And the bathrooms are clean. The whole experience was a lot of fun. I have only 3 recommendations: 1) The showers were scalding hot. There was no way to change the temperature. 2) We were in tents, and it was nearly impossible to drive a stake into the ground. I had to borrow a hammer from another camper, and still had much difficulty getting my stakes in. 3) The large number of rocks on the site made tent camping uncomfortable. We spent a lot of time moving as many rocks as possible. For the price of tent-camping at Alexander Springs, I would think sites would be a little more conducive to tent campers.
Jenny K
VerifiedMarch 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LOPB
Everyone at Alexander Springs is nice and very helpful. The sites are big, and there's a lot of privacy. And the bathrooms are clean. The whole experience was a lot of fun. I have only 3 recommendations: 1) The showers were scalding hot. There was no way to change the temperature. 2) We were in tents, and it was nearly impossible to drive a stake into the ground. I had to borrow a hammer from another camper, and still had much difficulty getting my stakes in. 3) The large number of rocks on the site made tent camping uncomfortable. We spent a lot of time moving as many rocks as possible. For the price of tent-camping at Alexander Springs, I would think sites would be a little more conducive to tent campers.
Julie J
VerifiedMarch 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LOPB
We loved our stay at Alexander springs. Clean bathrooms, hot showers. Friendly staff. Beautiful spring! Plan accordingly for any shopping because they closest town with supplies is about 20 miles south on route 19.
Julie J
VerifiedMarch 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LOPB
We loved our stay at Alexander springs. Clean bathrooms, hot showers. Friendly staff. Beautiful spring! Plan accordingly for any shopping because they closest town with supplies is about 20 miles south on route 19.
Kathleen E
VerifiedMarch 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: LOPC
Beautiful park. Quiet natural setting. Day use area was very nice with quite a few picnic tables and benches. Bathhouse was clean. Camping sites were very spacious. Loved it!
Eric R
VerifiedMarch 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: LOPB
Very nice place. Very clean. Some of the sites are a little close together for my tastes, but a good campsite overall.
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
