About Clearwater Lake Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 38
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Potable Water -
Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (428)
What Guests Are Saying
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful campground, clean restrooms, and friendly hosts, creating a peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere for visitors. Many guests appreciate the spacious, well-maintained sites and the variety of outdoor activities available, including swimming, kayaking, and hiking. However, there are concerns about a significant tick infestation, which has affected several campers and their pets, suggesting the need for better awareness and prevention measures.
What Guests Are Saying
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful campground, clean restrooms, and friendly hosts, creating a peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere for visitors. Many guests appreciate the spacious, well-maintained sites and the variety of outdoor activities available, including swimming, kayaking, and hiking. However, there are concerns about a significant tick infestation, which has affected several campers and their pets, suggesting the need for better awareness and prevention measures.
Review Summary
ROBERT W
VerifiedNovember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: A
I was able to secure a campsite online while I was still traveling from the Atlantic coast on my way to the Gulf coast. The campsite was well maintained. The clean bathhouse with a designated dish washing station was a nice touch. I would absolutely stay there again.
Michael B
VerifiedOctober 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
The whole team at Clearwater lake is outstanding. Terri and Jerry are wonderful. They are always checking to make sure everything is ok. It's like they are old friends as soon as you meet them.
Jason A
VerifiedOctober 24, 2022 • Stayed at: 6, Loop: A
Had a great time at this place! Enjoyed the beautiful Clearwater lake swimming with my son. Will definitely be back. The hosts working there were wonderful!
Walt H
VerifiedOctober 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: B
Beautiful campground! Hosts are amazing. Already planning my next visit.
Elaine H
VerifiedOctober 18, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: A
The bath house was always spotless! The rules and restrictions were ridiculous concerning pets. There are so many of us that travel with our pets and all the restrictions keep us from enjoying campgrounds. I understand not letting them on the very small beach but not on the trail around the pond is kinda just plain wrong. AND THEY MAKE YOU CHECK OUT TOO TO EARLY, MY CANVAS TENT IS NOW COVERED IN MOLD DUE TO HAVING TO PACK UP DAMP!!!
Christa K
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: B
We have been camping here for years. The campground is great. The online booking is not so great. Forced to pay for 3 nights even though we only stayed for 2, due to Monday being a Holiday (Columbus day?)
Michal F
VerifiedAugust 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: B
Great spot.
Patricia T
VerifiedAugust 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: A
Wonderful campground for swimming. The water is Crystal clear and warm with a sandy bottom. Camp workers are always done peasant. My only complaint was we were told we needed to be out of the water at 5:30 which was ridiculous we were the only people there it made no sense. We got there around 4:30. Don’t know if we’ll go back for an overnight stay again.
diyanira C
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: A
Our family loved this place, we'll coming back, the staff was amazing, clean bath house with hot water, we reserved site A16 and got flooded the first night, the staff was so nice that moved us to site A14 that was big, had better drainage and it was perfect for our tent. The place is quiet, not crowded, the lake is perfect for little kids, clear water and warm.
Rustam K
VerifiedAugust 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: A
My wife and child and I have been traveling all over America for 2 months now and to be honest, we have not seen a better campsite. Very clean and beautiful campsite. The staff is very kind and accommodating. Helped with everything. The water in the lake is crystal clear. Canoes can be rented. The campsite has a lot of animals, squirrels, birds, turtles. We really enjoyed our stay at this campsite. We recommend to everyone. Too bad there is no electricity. it would be 10 out of 10. And so 9 out of 10.
Location Clearwater Lake Rec Area
Address:
24511 Cr 42
Paisley, FL, 32767
United States
From the intersection of Florida Highways 19 and 42, go east on Highway 42 toward Paisley. Drive approximately 6 miles and turn left at the entrance to Clearwater Lake Recreation Area.
Latitude & Longitude: 28.9794 / -81.555
Elevation: 16 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
Campers can check in at 2:00 pm and must check out by 11am. We do not accomodate early check-ins or late check-outs. |
| General |
Campground gate is locked at 6 p.m. during Daylight Savings (Mar - Oct) and 4 p.m. (Nov - Mar). Campers who check-in after the gatehouse is closed must visit the Gatehouse the next morning to complete their check-in to their site. Failure to do so will lead to a 'no show' charge to your reservation and potential forfeiture of site. |
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Campsites are limited to 2 tents, 2 vehicles (campers included), and 5 persons. |
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Extra vehicles will be charged a per-vehicle, per-night fee |
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Bears and raccoons frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers. Failure to comply with this regulation can result in immediate ejection from campground without refund. |
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Alligators inhabit the area; use caution around water. |
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Private vessel launches in the Juniper Wilderness Run are subject to a fee. |
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Dogs/pets are allowed in campground only and must be leashed and supervised at all times. No dogs/pets allowed in day-use area, bathrooms, in lake or on the trail around the lake. |
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Click here for more information about Ocala National Forest |
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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. |
