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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.
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- Dump station on site
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- Showers
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Reviews (594)
What Guests Are Saying
Juniper Springs Recreation Area is a beautiful natural destination, ideal for summer visits with its refreshing springs and scenic kayaking on Juniper Run. Campgrounds are generally well-maintained and offer a peaceful atmosphere, with friendly staff enhancing the experience. However, some facilities, like the wooden boardwalks and bathrooms, require repairs, and visitors should be cautious of ticks and occasional overcrowding in popular areas.
What Guests Are Saying
Juniper Springs Recreation Area is a beautiful natural destination, ideal for summer visits with its refreshing springs and scenic kayaking on Juniper Run. Campgrounds are generally well-maintained and offer a peaceful atmosphere, with friendly staff enhancing the experience. However, some facilities, like the wooden boardwalks and bathrooms, require repairs, and visitors should be cautious of ticks and occasional overcrowding in popular areas.
Review Summary
Susan H
VerifiedApril 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: SAND
We loved our campsite .. being retired we enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere.. until night time with all the young folks camping and the screaming and laughter well after midnight .. being we were in a tent was a little annoying.. I understand everyone wants to have fun .. the camping overall was great.
Suzanne M
VerifiedApril 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: SAND
Safe, beautiful camping. So glad I rented a kayak to do the Juniper run. Gorgeous flora and fauna. Lovely swimming
gibson k
VerifiedApril 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: TROP
Need to fix boardwalks and walking trails
Sandra W
VerifiedApril 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: FERN
We stayed at Juniper Springs Campground. It must have been spectacular back in the 40s and 50s with its winding boardwalks, beautiful springs, rustic shelters. Unfortunately, it hasn’t been maintained; trails are closed, shelters cordoned off, programs suspended. It’s in such poor condition that I was actually embarrassed each time I encountered someone from a different country. The main spring is gorgeous, though, and looks like a wonderful place to swim. Maps are no longer handed out, but you can take a picture of it with your phone. We were there at the end of March and the ticks were plentiful.
kay d
VerifiedApril 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: TROP
The campground was beautiful and quiet. We enjoyed our stay.
susan s
VerifiedApril 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 074, Loop: FERN
We have always loved Juniper Springs and have been camping her for the last 50 years. Apparently, it is now though on the lowest level of the budget list as it is in such disrepair. All of the boardwalks and most bridges over the springs are closed. At least the pool spring is still open as many were enjoying it. I've never seen it this bad, maybe the Park Service is letting it go back to nature? I don't know, I hope it gets help soon.
THOMAS B
VerifiedApril 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: SAND
We had a great time at Juniper Springs camp grounds. We will be back next year. I finally went on the kayak run, it was great. My self and friends really miss the board walk along the Juniper run.
Jason T
VerifiedMarch 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: SAND
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David T
VerifiedMarch 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: SAND
Site description discussed that some trial maintenance was being performed. It should state that all trails are closed. The facilities need a lot of maintenance for trails and the wood surround for water faucets.
Linda A
VerifiedMarch 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: TROP
We always enjoy going to Juniper Springs. We were there March 2024 the campgrounds were in good shape. However the hiking trails were in need of repair. We enjoyed swimming at the springs and took the 7 mile kayak trip. The campsites and restrooms do not have electricity available but that brings out the real campers and meeting other campers is easier. We also went down the road to Silver Springs and visited there with its park, glass bottom boat tour and boat rentals.
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.
Elevation: 13 feet
23 mi drive to downtown Silver Springs (about 29 min)
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: September 6, 2026
