Entry to Salt Springs Recreation Area and Campground
Aerial view of the swimming area and main vent of Salt Springs
Welcome to Salt Springs - Entry
View of water from walkway, two guests viewing blue crabs
View of water

Featured amenities

General Store General Store
River Access River Access
Showers Showers

Available sites

144 total sites

About Salt Springs Recreation Area

Salt Springs Recreation Area is one the recreational jewels of the Ocala National Forest, with a spectacular natural mineral spring that gives the area its name. Plenty of outdoor activities keep campers and day-use visitors busy, including swimming in the springs, fishing, snorkeling, hiking and boating. Salt Springs is located between the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, 35 mi east of Ocala, Florida. The national forest 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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 General Store
River Access River Access
Showers 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
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

144 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 002, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 003, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 004, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 005, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 006, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 007, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 008, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 010, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 011, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 012, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 013, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 014, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 015, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 016, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 017, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 018, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 019, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 020, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 021, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 022, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 023, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 024, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 025, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 026, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 027, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 028, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 029, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 030, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 032, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 033, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 034, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 035, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 036, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 037, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 038, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 039, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 041, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 042, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 043, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 045, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 046, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 047, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 048, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 049, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 050, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 051, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 052, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 053, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 054, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 055, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 056, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 057, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 058, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 059, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 060, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 061, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 062, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 063, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 065, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 066, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 067, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 068, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 069, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 070, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 072, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 073, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 074, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 075, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 076, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 077, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 078, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 079, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 080, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 081, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 083, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 084, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 086, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 087, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 088, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 089, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 090, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 091, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 092, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 093, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 094, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 095, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 096, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 097, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 098, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 099, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 100, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 101, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 102, Loop: HKUP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
⛺ 112, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 113, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 114, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 115, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 116, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 117, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 118, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 119, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 120, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 121, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 122, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 123, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 124, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 125, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 126, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 127, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 128, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 129, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 130, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 131, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 132, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 133, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 134, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 135, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 136, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 137, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 138, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 139, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 140, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 141, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 142, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 143, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 144, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 145, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 146, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 147, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 148, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 149, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 150, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 151, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 152, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 153, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 154, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 155, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 156, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 157, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 158, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 159, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 160, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 163, Loop: TENT Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire

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.

Review Summary

4.5
734 reviews
5
72.3%
531
4
16.3%
120
3
5.4%
40
2
2.6%
19
1
3.3%
24

Yoel C

Verified

April 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: HKUP

5

Excelente atención, muy tranquilo, staff muy amables , inmejorable.

Bruce K

Verified

April 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: HKUP

4

Beautiful Park, we loved our stay there just wished we could have stayed longer than 14 days. Also wished we could have gotten a bigger lot, lot #34 was just to small for our 38 ft motorhome. There were several lots available that were much larger. 1st come 1st serve lots are much larger than the rest! Really liked having full hookup as well, that is a major plus!

Deede I

Verified

April 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: HKUP

5

Love the size of the camping areas. Very peaceful. You must go to Odd Todd’s and eat taco’s. And Tammy’s cup of sunshine has the best smoothies.

James M

Verified

April 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: HKUP

3

Great Campground & Facilities, Unhelpful Check In Staff. We found this to be a surprisingly beautiful place. The spring was fabulous with well-maintained grounds and easy access. The campground was beautiful, well maintained with clean restrooms. We stayed four nights during the week and upon arrival asked if we could move to a different campsite with more sun and less shade. We were told no without any explanation why. There was a sign on the counter that stated, "No Changing Sites". We arrived on a Monday and were leaving on Friday and the campground was approximately 50% occupied. There are also several first come, first served sites so I inquired about one of those sites and was told I could move but would forfeit my entire fee for the original site. This was very disappointing. We've travelled full time for about six months and have always encountered friendly staff willing to accommodate requests, when possible, but not here. In spite of this we thoroughly enjoyed our time here. We kayaked in the spring run and swam in the spring. We hope the campground contractor will change their approach to accommodating guests.

Amanda C

Verified

April 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: HKUP

4

Salt springs is great for RV camping bc it has full hookups. There is really no privacy between sites but there is a good amount of space. This is our third time staying here, second time with the camper. It’s a great central location for access to the different springs in Ocala National Forest. It’s great. However, I do have to mention it always feels like a volunteer has something to say to us…last time it was that our tree protectors (pool noodles) were not good enough and this time is was that we could not use the lantern pole to tie our clothes line to. We were told the lantern post could not handle it but that we could use it to hang other things. I don’t know.

Nancy S

Verified

April 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: HKUP

5

So relaxing and love the springs. We had a great time snorkeling

Kathryn R

Verified

April 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: HKUP

5

It was clean and well maintained. Fun and enjoyable for the whole family. Easy walking areas and trail. Had so much fun, can’t wait to go back one day.

Kimmie V

Verified

April 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: HKUP

5

We had an amazing time camping at Salt Springs 3/28-3/31. The campground is clean and quiet and the atmosphere is very calming. We enjoyed the springs and brought our kayaks and loved that we could launch them and not have to pay extra or have any hassle. The campground workers are very nice and did a great job explaining everything. We can't wait to book another trip really soon!!

Robert B

Verified

April 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: HKUP

5

A very well taken care of campground. A great place to relax with the family.

Cynthia M

Verified

April 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: HKUP

5

Love the full hookups and the beautiful spring is a short bike ride away. Great pizza across from the entrance and down a bit, also a short bike ride. Very quiet and plenty of sites have shade. We’ll be back!

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...

Nearest town

Ft. Mc Coy, FL - 2246 mi

About over 33 hr (1984 min) to downtown

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.&nbsp;
  • 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;
  • 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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