Salt Springs Recreation Area

13851 Hwy 19 N, San Mateo, Florida, United States

Entry to Salt Springs Recreation Area and Campground
View of water from walkway, two guests viewing blue crabs
Entry to swim area
Welcome to Salt Springs - Entry

Featured amenities

General Store General Store
River Access River Access
Showers Showers
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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 miles 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.

Number of accommodations: 144

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

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🚐 001, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 003, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 004, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 005, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 006, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 007, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 008, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 010, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 011, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 012, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 013, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 014, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 015, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 016, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 017, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 018, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 019, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 020, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 021, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 022, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 023, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 024, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 025, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 026, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 027, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 028, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 029, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 030, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 032, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 033, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 034, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 035, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 036, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 037, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 038, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 039, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 041, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 042, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 043, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 045, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 046, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 047, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 048, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 049, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 050, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 051, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 052, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 053, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 054, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 055, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 056, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 057, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 058, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 059, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 060, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 061, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 062, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 063, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 065, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 066, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 067, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 068, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 069, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 070, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 072, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 073, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 074, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 075, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 076, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 077, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 078, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 079, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 080, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 081, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 083, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 084, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 086, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 087, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 088, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 089, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 090, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 091, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 092, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 093, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 094, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 095, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 096, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 097, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 098, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 099, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 100, Loop: HKUP
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🚐 101, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 102, Loop: HKUP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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⛺ 112, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 113, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 114, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 115, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 116, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 117, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 118, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 119, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 120, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 121, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 122, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 123, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 124, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 125, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 126, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 127, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 128, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 129, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 130, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 131, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 132, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 133, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 134, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 135, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 136, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 137, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 138, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 139, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 140, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 141, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 142, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 143, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 144, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 145, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 146, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 147, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 148, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 149, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 150, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 151, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 152, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 153, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 154, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 155, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 156, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 157, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 158, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 159, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 160, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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⛺ 163, Loop: TENT
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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Reviews (589)

Verified Only

What Guests Are Saying

Salt Springs Recreation Area is a well-maintained campground with spacious sites and friendly staff, making it a popular choice for campers. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, beautiful natural surroundings, and the convenience of being close to the swimming area and fishing spots. While some experienced noise from fellow campers, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
589 reviews
5
71.3%
420
4
16.8%
99
3
5.3%
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2
3.1%
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1
3.6%
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Diana C

Verified

April 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: HKUP

4

Springs are great! Campground is well kept up.

Pierre T

Verified

April 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: HKUP

4

Nice campground but the price are really high.

John S

Verified

April 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: HKUP

3

Area was gorgeous, facilities were clean and the staff at the front were friendly and great. Only problem we had was a lack of enforcement of quiet hours, which disrupted (past midnight) more than once…otherwise a perfect stay.

Cory R

April 17, 2023

5

Staff was great very friendly and professional. The sites are clean and very big.

Linda L

Verified

April 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: HKUP

5

Nice sized sites, clean bathrooms and a wonderful area to explore in! Kayaking, bike ing and swimming!

Jane H

Verified

April 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: HKUP

5

Terrific campground. Hard to get reservations due to so many people enjoy this campground. The staff are terrific.

David P

April 14, 2023

4

Pretty good park. Great, friendly staff. Overpriced for what it is.

Barbara S

Verified

April 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: HKUP

5

Friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities. Great experience. Thank you.

Micky O

Verified

April 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: HKUP

5

the camp grounds was in excellent condition. the staff was great and they enforced all the rules. I'll be back, loves this place.

Denise M

Verified

April 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: HKUP

2

Staff needs to learn how to approach customers nicely about rules. Never saw any of them smile at anyone. No parking at swim area if you camp there? Ridiculous! Check out changed from 1pm To 11am and then if you want to clean up your site and go to swim before leaving you have to pay? Prices to high already. My family has camped here for generations we had 4 sites. This is our last trip to Salt springs too many nicer parks for a better price.

Location Salt Springs Recreation Area

Address:
13851 Hwy 19 N
San Mateo, FL, 32134
United States

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 29.3569 / -81.7319

Elevation: 9 feet

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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: July 11, 2026

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