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About Salt Springs Recreation Area
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Most popular amenities
General Store
River Access
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- General Store
Water Access
- River Access
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Reviews (734)
What Guests Are Saying
Salt Springs Recreation Area is praised for its clean, well-maintained facilities, spacious campsites, and friendly staff, making it a great destination for camping and enjoying nature. Many visitors appreciated the beautiful springs and the peaceful atmosphere, with amenities such as clean bathrooms and dog-friendly areas adding to the experience. However, some guests noted inconveniences regarding access to the springs and rising fees, as well as issues with management and staff interactions.
What Guests Are Saying
Salt Springs Recreation Area is praised for its clean, well-maintained facilities, spacious campsites, and friendly staff, making it a great destination for camping and enjoying nature. Many visitors appreciated the beautiful springs and the peaceful atmosphere, with amenities such as clean bathrooms and dog-friendly areas adding to the experience. However, some guests noted inconveniences regarding access to the springs and rising fees, as well as issues with management and staff interactions.
Review Summary
Robert H
VerifiedFebruary 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: HKUP
The two women at the gate gave us a very friendly welcome, got us quickly checked in, and were exceptionally pleasant from our previous experiences. They should be commended for their attitudes and professionalism.
The campground and site were also very clean and neat. We didn’t see any trash, the site was in order, and we had a pleasant stay. Well done!
Jeff B
VerifiedFebruary 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 133, Loop: TENT
This is our second time staying in the tent section of the campground. We enjoy the trees, open spaces, snorkeling with the fish in the springs and the nice hiking trails close by.
Daniel H
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: HKUP
We came for the full hookups but stayed for the Forest experience.
While it’s a 0.5-1 hour drive to the Villages or Blue Spring State Park, we really enjoyed our 12 night stay.
There are a few more rules to observe, but responsible campers/pet owners will have no issues.
In site 27, the low sun in late January early February means no shade from our awning. We’ll try for the opposite side of the road next time.
Excellent laundromat very close as well as diner, Dollar General, and hardware store.
A large number of sites are first come first serve, which is unusual in our experience.
America the Beautiful Senior Pass discount is only applied to camping, not the extra utility fees. It was still a value at about $40/night net.
Gary T
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: HKUP
Very nice park. But reminded me of the Nick Saban commercial for Vrbo. Read the list of rules, more don'ts than do's. Wasn't allowed to wipe off my trailer, would be considered washing which wasn't allowed. Really! Is lifting my hood to check my oil considered performing repairs or maintenance on a vehicle. "And most importantly remember, NO fun" - Nick Saban. There's your list, corroborated by other site campers..
Mark S
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: HKUP
Great park. Beautiful and nicely set up. Enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay again.
Kevin R
VerifiedFebruary 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: HKUP
Well maintained, great amenities, and friendly and helpful staff at this campground has us anxious to stay again. Thanks for a great experience!
Jody H
VerifiedFebruary 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: HKUP
We camp at Salt Springs a lot, it is always a fun relaxing time. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Shannon C
VerifiedFebruary 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: HKUP
We love this park!
Greg B
VerifiedFebruary 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: HKUP
Sites were ok. Don't expect much privacy as it's fairly open. Route 19 right beside the CG was noisy.
Holly R
VerifiedMarch 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: HKUP
Very nice, well-kept campground and excellent staff. Nice place to camp
Location & Directions for Salt Springs Recreation Area
13851 Hwy 19 N, Ft. Mc Coy, FL 32134 United States
Elevation: 9 ft
Getting There
Salt Springs is located 35 mi east of Ocala (I-75), 60 mi west of Daytona Beach (I-95) and 95 mi north of Orlando, Florida.
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From I-75 to Ocala: Drive east on State Route 40 for about 12 mi, then turn north on County Road 314 and proce...
Salt Springs is located 35 mi east of Ocala (I-75), 60 mi west of Daytona Beach (I-95) and 95 mi north of Orlando, Florida.
From I-75 to Ocala: Drive east on State Route 40 for about 12 mi, then turn north on County Road 314 and proceed for 18 mi. Turn north on State Highway 19 and drive for about 0.5 mi to the recreation area entrance on the right.
From I-95 east of Ormond Beach: Take SR 40 west about 40 mi to Highway 19. Turn north on Highway 19 and go about 16 mi to Salt Springs. Continue 0.5 mi to the recreation entrance on the right.
Highway access
Salt Springs Recreation Area is accessible from I-75 via State Route 40, which is approximately 12 miles to the east. I-95 can also be accessed via State Route 40, which connects to Highway 19.
Policies & Rules
General
- Two vehicles are included in the site fee. However, only 1 vehicle is allowed to park on the site spur unless it completely fits on the asphalt/parking pad. The other vehicle must park in overflow parking. Boats are considered a vehicle and will count towards one of your vehicles if you bring one. An extra vehicle charge will be applied towards boats and vheicles over the allowed 2.
- Vehicles, trailers, campers, motorcycles, etc. must be parked on paved surfaces. Do not park on the grass.
- Generators are not allowed to run during quiet hours.
- Stays are only allowed for 14 days in any 30 day period.
- Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment. The site you reserve is your site. You may not move to another site.
- Pets are not allowed into the Day Use area Forest Order #08-05-05-02-13-0207; 36 CFR261.58(s)
- Personal golf carts are not allowed in the Ocala National Forest; if you bring one, it must remain on its trailer
- Maximum 2 vehicles allowed per site; a fee will be charged for extra vehicles
- There is no cell phone coverage or internet service at Salt Springs
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
- Discount passes must be entered at the time of booking for single sites only, all request for refunds will need to be requested online, no onsite refunds will be given.
- Click here for more information about Ocala National Forest
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Last updated: October 19, 2026
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