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
Jill W
VerifiedJanuary 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: B
Beautiful park, great hiking. We had the BEST campsite right next to the lake! Perfect for hammock camping. The bathhouse was clean and appreciated the hot water dish wash station.
Camp host and ranger were VERY friendly and helpful.
Victoria T
VerifiedDecember 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: B
This is a very nice park for camping or day use.
Glenn G
VerifiedDecember 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: A
We visit this location every year and always have a great experience! The front gate support (Emma) was helpful, informative, pleasant and professional. Each of our sites had been well maintained. The restroom/shower/dish cleaning facilities were equally well maintained. Looking forward to next year!
Sebastian P
VerifiedDecember 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: B
Great campsite, extreme clean facilities and the staff is amazing. Will definitely be back.
Jon R
VerifiedDecember 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: A
I had a very good time.
Chris S
VerifiedDecember 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: A
Absolutely my kids favorite camping trip of the year. Took her out camping somewhere else and all she could talk about was the trip to Clearwater.
Charles M
VerifiedDecember 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: B
Nice woodsy campground with access to forest service roads and several trails, including the Florida Trail, which began nearby in the Ocala National Forest.
gordon i
VerifiedNovember 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: A
great getaway
Henry M
VerifiedNovember 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: A
Joe and Kevin are dependable and dedicated hosts with engaging personalities. Facilities are well maintained.
Gerald H
VerifiedNovember 22, 2020 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: B
This is one of our favorite go-to spots. It's close to home and very clean. Staff has always been wonderful and friendly.
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. |
| General |
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 |
| General |
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. |
