About Juniper Springs Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 76
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
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Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
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Reviews (566)
What Guests Are Saying
Juniper Springs Rec Area offers a clean, family-friendly environment with accommodating staff, making it a favorite camping spot for many visitors. The beautiful springs and well-maintained campsites enhance the overall experience, although some facilities show signs of disrepair, and issues with ticks and noise can arise. While kayaking can be challenging due to obstacles, the scenic beauty and wildlife provide a relaxing retreat for nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Juniper Springs Rec Area offers a clean, family-friendly environment with accommodating staff, making it a favorite camping spot for many visitors. The beautiful springs and well-maintained campsites enhance the overall experience, although some facilities show signs of disrepair, and issues with ticks and noise can arise. While kayaking can be challenging due to obstacles, the scenic beauty and wildlife provide a relaxing retreat for nature lovers.
Review Summary
James H B
VerifiedNovember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: TROP
While some commented about site 7 being in a noisy area do too it's proximity to the bathroom/shower , I would say if this is your first time camping , especially with kids , you might consider it as ideal. I really did not have issue with any excessive noise , with the exception of the trailer that needed the AC running all day in 70 " weather , not turning the generator off until campsite rules forced them too but other than that it was peaceful and Its only a short walk to the spring as well
Leigha W
VerifiedNovember 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: TROP
Such a beautiful place to camp! Bathrooms were very clean, and showers were hot. The bear lockers were very convenient so I didn't have to keep shuffling things around in my car. My camp site was HUGE. The day I checked out it was a little chilly but still decided to take a dip in the springs. We even saw a yellow belly turtle. Ice and firewood was available at the ranger station which was convenient. I will definitely stay again.
James M
VerifiedOctober 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: FERN
My family reserved #76 for 3 nights: Oct. 21 - 24. The first two nights were wonderful. No bugs and solitude with nature. Then came the third night. Campers arrived next to us informing us they were planning a big party that night. They compared loudly their liquor supply. The item that won was 83 proof. As they spoke with us, it was more of a warning of what we were expected to face that night. We opted to leave early. We did not want confrontation. As we left, gazebos were coming out and tables with kegs. I thought there were rules.
Robert C
VerifiedOctober 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: SAND
The camp site was fine, but the overall maintenance of the general area was poor. Several structures were severely deteriorated, including buildings/pavilions and walkways. Deferred maintenance is certainly present and is something other reviews commented on for some time now. It's really a beautiful place, but needs some care.
Joseph s
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: SAND
Great sites and helpful staff
Dawn N
VerifiedOctober 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: FERN
What a wonderful spring and river and campsites were great. Only complaint is that it would be nice that someone would fix the boardwalk and all the stuff that’s enclosed by fencing because of deterioration and decay.
Joette G
VerifiedOctober 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: TROP
Very nice camping at Juniper Springs. A trail from the campground goes to the swimming area. A nice little museum helps visitors learn about the park's history.
Brent M
VerifiedOctober 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: SAND
Beautiful campground, camp sites are a really good size and mainly secluded from your neighbors. The hiking trails have been closed for some time so other than the swimming hole there is not much to do. We will definitely be back
Dulce R
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: TROP
Excellent kayak and excellent spot 👍
Rene P
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: TROP
Disappointed that the boardwalks and Fern Hammock remain closed. The restoration and repair needs to be a priority.
The pool closes too early for campers.
We love camping at Juniper Springs due the proximity of the springs to the campsites.
It's a beautiful recreation center and could be even better with improvements.
Location Juniper Springs Rec Area
Address:
26701 East Hwy 40
Silver Springs, FL, 34488
United States
From I-75, take Highway 40 east through Ocala and Silver Springs for approximately 36 miles to the Juniper Springs Recreation Area.
From I-95, take the Ocala/Silver Springs Exit (Highway 40) west for approximately 37 miles to the Juniper Springs Recreation Area.
From the intersection of Highway 40 and Highway 19, the campground is 4.5 miles west on Highway 40. The entrance is on the north side of Highway 40.
Juniper Springs Recreation Area is accessible via Highway 40, which connects to I-75 and I-95. It is located approximately 4.5 miles west of the intersection of Highway 40 and Highway 19.
Latitude & Longitude: 29.1822 / -81.7125
Elevation: 13 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Campground gate is closed and locked from to . 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.
- Camp sites must be occupied first night of reservation
- Each campsite can hold a MAXIMUM of 2 tents and 5 campers. Maximum 2 vehicles per site (campers included); extra vehicles must park in overflow/overnight parking area and will be charged $9 per vehicle, per night
- NO REFUNDS DUE TO WEATHER
- Generators are not allowed to run during quiet hours.
- No off-road vehicles allowed within the campground
- 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.
- 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, boardwalk and canoe run.
- Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the day-use area.We ask that guests be courteous of one another and limit floats in the swimming area to under 60 inches across. Please be aware the boardwalk remains closed due to age and hurricane damage.
- Children weighing less than 40 lbs are not allowed in rental canoes. No disposable items allowed on the canoe run (i.e., food wrappers, styrofoam coolers, cans, bottles, etc.) Only re-usable containers are allowed.
- Private canoe and kayak launches are at a fee and limited to 30 total vessels per day. Vessels must be launch BEFORE 1:00 p.m. daily. JUNIPER RUN IS NOT FOR BEGGINERS. IT IS A WILDERNESS AREA AND MECHANICAL TOOLS ARE NOT PERMITTED, SO THE RUN REMAINS WILD.
- Click here for more information about Ocala National Forest
- 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.
- As per Forestry Department regulations, fines will result from the following infractions: - Leaving unattended coolers and food. These items must be in bear boxes or fully shut vehicles - Leaving burning or smoldering fires when exiting campsite. - Improperly parked vehicles
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
