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Average nightly rates144 total sites
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94 sites
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50 sites
About Salt Springs Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 144
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
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 (702)
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
donald m
VerifiedFebruary 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: HKUP
Although this park has become more costly with additional fees, it still is a great place to land for two weeks with all the amenities. With the America the Beautiful pass, it makes it reasonable. The springs and run are pleasant to visit and swim in with great kayaking. Ocala and Palatka are close, and the Atlantic coast is only an hour away with St. Augustine and beaches. Miles and miles of national forest trails to ride around in also, if you like doing that. Sites are kept well, and the bath houses are also very clean. Rule violations are not tolerated, and sometimes American Land and Leisure can be too aggressive in enforcing a minor infraction.
Nancy S
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: HKUP
We really like this campground. Hook ups are probably the best we’ve had. People working at the office are very, very nice. We found the one trail that’s in the park and it’s a nice little trail. When the weather is warm we love the springs, good for snorkeling. There are 2 restaurants across the road that are good. Definitely recommend staying here.
Robert W
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: HKUP
Ken S
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: HKUP
We always enjoy our stay here.
Scott L
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 133, Loop: TENT
I camp at Salt Springs several times a year. It is always clean, the staff are super friendly. One of my favorite quiet spots to go when I need a night or 2 away.
Robert W
VerifiedJanuary 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: HKUP
Elaine C
VerifiedJanuary 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: HKUP
Had a nice stay other than the weather. Site was fine. Our site had shade, many did not. Sites have no privacy, just trees here and there that provide some shade. We rode bikes, went fishing and shot hoops.
Roger J
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: HKUP
The staff is very friendly and go out of there way to accommodate and help you
Joan A
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: HKUP
Campsites paved, spacious, full hookups. Nice to be able to walk to springs. Lots of dog waste garbage cans thru park when walking dogs. Staff very nice and friendly.
Christopher C
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: HKUP
Spacious sites, concrete pads, beautiful trees surround you. One of the best campground we’ve seen. Old Florida experience with very limited local shopping ( 20+ minutes to a real grocery store). Will definitely recommend & visit again.
Location Salt Springs Recreation Area
Address:
13851 Hwy 19 N
Ft. Mc Coy, FL, 32134
United States
Salt Springs is located 35 miles east of Ocala (I-75), 60 miles west of Daytona Beach (I-95) and 95 miles north of Orlando, Florida.
From I-75 to Ocala: Drive east on State Route 40 for about 12 miles, then turn north on County Road 314 and proceed for 18 miles. Turn north on State Highway 19 and drive for about 0.5 mile to the recreation area entrance on the right.
From I-95 east of Ormond Beach: Take SR 40 west about 40 miles to Highway 19. Turn north on Highway 19 and go about 16 miles to Salt Springs. Continue 0.5 miles to the recreation entrance on the right.
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.
Elevation: 9 feet
2246 mi drive to downtown Ft. Mc Coy (about 33 hr 4 min)
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: September 4, 2026
