About Juniper Springs Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 76
Campground Amenities
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (555)
What Guests Are Saying
Juniper Springs Rec Area offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with friendly, helpful staff and well-maintained facilities. Many visitors enjoyed the scenic beauty, clean bathrooms, and the enjoyable kayaking experience on Juniper Run. However, some guests noted issues with noise from neighboring campers, a prevalence of ticks, and the need for maintenance on trails and facilities.
What Guests Are Saying
Juniper Springs Rec Area offers a beautiful and peaceful camping experience with friendly, helpful staff and well-maintained facilities. Many visitors enjoyed the scenic beauty, clean bathrooms, and the enjoyable kayaking experience on Juniper Run. However, some guests noted issues with noise from neighboring campers, a prevalence of ticks, and the need for maintenance on trails and facilities.
Review Summary
Pattie B
VerifiedJanuary 1, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 028, Loop: TROP
Stayed at Ocala national forest to paddle Juniper Springs. Wonderful camp ground, shaded and superb camping accommodations. The kayak rental was easy and efficient. This is a must see kayaking spring. Look forward to next visit with little warmer weather.
Kathy D
VerifiedDecember 27, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 055, Loop: SAND
The campground was excellent - private sites, quiet and nice bathrooms and trash facilities. Unfortunately, the underfunded forest service has beautiful but damaged walkways through the forest that theyβre unable to fix due to finding.
Sonia V
VerifiedDecember 23, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 067, Loop: FERN
Such a beautiful place to camp! We can't wait for our next family trip.
robert A
VerifiedDecember 22, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: TROP
excellent campsites and surroundings. kayaking juniper springs was incredible
Donald J
VerifiedDecember 15, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 078, Loop: FERN
We had an amazing time at this campground! It was everything we could ask forβquiet, peaceful, and impeccably clean. The grounds were well-maintained and had such a neat and organized feel, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. Whether youβre looking for tranquility or just a clean, comfortable spot to enjoy nature, this campground checks all the boxes. Highly recommend!
ralph h
VerifiedDecember 15, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 074, Loop: FERN
The park has required a lot of repair since 2023 and trail areas still remain closed. I would recommend beginning repairs on the park considering the prices have increased.
Tom C
VerifiedDecember 12, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 022, Loop: TROP
We have been visiting Juniper springs for an annual Thanksgiving camp out for 35 years. This year was less than expected in terms of the upkeep of the facilities. We have witnessed a slow decline in keeping up with maintenance and repairs. We have also seen management come and go. The present staff on site rates 5 stars from Denise at the gate to Bryan in maintenance.
Tropical loop bathroom had issues with auto shut off valves in both menβs and womenβs. The skullery wash room did not have hot water and stops under the sink are long overdue for replacement. Most sites could use asphalt repair and smoother transitions without walking and tripping over roots and eroded pull through areas.
Also new this year was having to pay the extra night for checking out on Saturday. I understand the two night weekend policy but it seems a bit much when staying 7-10 days. Maybe some of this is forest service responsibility so I will forward this to our contacts at Lake George Station.
jennifer d
VerifiedDecember 12, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 048, Loop: SAND
It was too cold. Didn't realize that it was going to be cold this day
George T
VerifiedDecember 9, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: TROP
This was sour group's (TFCO) 36th consecutive year camping at Juniper Springs. Each year the managers and staff make us feel welcome, from Brian on the maintenance end to Denise in the gate house they are always happy to see us.
Kathleen J
VerifiedDecember 9, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: TROP
There are no generator rules so the campground is pretty unbearable when itβs busy. People beside us ran the generator 24/7 for 3 days. We had to be in the trailer with windows closed to even have a conversation. Very limited for dogs. Basically can only walk them in the small campground loops. All the trails are closed anyway. Apparently trails have been closed several years and no work is being done to fix them at this point. Staff were friendly but otherwise we have been on the road for 8 months and this was the worst experience yet.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 29.1822 / -81.7125
Elevation: 13 feet
Policies & Rules
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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. If you arrive early, you will be required to pay the per person admission fee to access the site. If you remain after checkout, you will be assessed a late fee for occupying the site or will be required to pay the per person fee to access the swimming and picnic area. |
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Campground gate is closed and locked from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m (March - Oct) and 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. (Oct - March). 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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Camp sites must be occupied first night of reservation |
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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 |
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NO REFUNDS DUE TO WEATHER |
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Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Generators are not allowed to run during quiet hours. |
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No off-road vehicles allowed within the campground |
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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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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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As per Forestry Department regulations, fines will result from the following infractions:
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