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VerifiedJanuary 31, 2021 Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Clean, quiet an the Bathhouse is excellent, nothing to complain about!
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449 reviews
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area is highly praised for its spacious, well-maintained campsites and friendly, supportive staff, making it a favorite for many campers. The natural setting and lake provide enjoyable swimming and outdoor activities, although there are concerns regarding ticks and the recent algae bloom in the water. Overall, visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and cleanliness of the facilities, with many expressing their intention to return.
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January 31, 2021 Stayed at: 16, Loop: A
Clean, quiet an the Bathhouse is excellent, nothing to complain about!
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February 7, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: A
This is one of the best Forest Service campgrounds we have stayed at in FL. The staff was very welcoming and their pride in the campground showed. The facilities are well taken care of and the sites are groomed before you get there . We stayed a week and wish we could have stayed longer. The sand billed cranes down at the lake will let you know they're on duty every morning like clockwork. The small town of Umatilla a few miles away has the basic ecentuals. Cell coverage was good, OTA tv was useble but nature won out. A Safe and well managed campground!
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February 7, 2021 Stayed at: 36, Loop: B
This is a very peaceful and relaxing park. The park is clean and the staff, especially Joe and Emma are friendly and helpful.
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February 8, 2021 Stayed at: 38, Loop: B
Bathhouse was kept immaculate despite large number of campers.
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February 12, 2021 Stayed at: 27, Loop: B
No power, me that going in...bit every spot is shaded. Not enough sun to power solar. Allows dogs by no place to let them run.
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February 14, 2021 Stayed at: 38, Loop: B
We have been going here for years and I recently had the privilege to get married here beautiful background
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February 16, 2021 Stayed at: 35, Loop: B
Nice and quiet only four other campers including the park host.
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February 22, 2021 Stayed at: 40, Loop: B
Loved Clearwater Lake CG. Loved paddling around the lake, and riding the bike trail to Alexander Springs . Showers hot and bathrooms clean. Very quiet here!
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February 22, 2021 Stayed at: 37, Loop: B
Although we ended up camping on the stormiest weekend in ONF, we still had a great time. We were in site 37 and my brother and his friends were in site 39. We ended up being right next to each other! The bathrooms and showers were a few steps behind us. The campsite was clean, it was quiet when it needed to be, people and staff were friendly and respectful. Campsite 36 and 34 seems to be a tad bit more private so if available, I would pick either one of those. We did walk around the trails in our campsite. My brother and his friends brought their ATV’s and although you can ride in our campground, trails were only about 30 minutes away. Firewood and ice are for sale on site and you are provided a gate code to get in and out of after hours. Overall, plan to go back (preferably when cool temperatures and no rain).
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February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 24, Loop: B
This campground is not big friendly! We have a 35’ 5th Wheel that is 13.5 high. We hit a tree limb in loop A in part because we were told to not drive on grass. There is no maneuvering room as the roads are narrow. Corners are tight. Wish we had known this before reserving. Next time we’ll call and hope that the rangers know the park and whether we are able to get in safely...
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24511 Cr 42, Paisley, FL 32767 United States
Elevation: 16 ft
From the intersection of Florida Highways 19 and 42, go east on Highway 42 toward Paisley. Drive approximately 6 mi and turn left at the entrance to Clearwater Lake Recreation Area.
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area is accessible via Florida Highway 42, and is located approximately 6 miles east of the intersection with Florida Highway 19.
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
Last updated: October 22, 2026