About Juniper Springs Rec Area
Number of accommodations: 76
Campground Amenities
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Showers -
Dump Station
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
Fred R
VerifiedFebruary 27, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 052, Loop: SAND
I spent 3 days and 2 nights in a tent area. It was very quiet and scenic. I couldn't have asked for more.
Lynda B
VerifiedFebruary 24, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 055, Loop: SAND
Very beautiful place.
Annette H
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: TROP
We always love Juniper Springs, but were very disappointed in the lack of maintenance. The boardwalk has been closed for years and the RV dump station was closed all weekend.
Maya T
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 007, Loop: TROP
Overall it was a great experience. I brought my 19 and 16 y/o daughters and their boyfriends. When we got to our site (007), we were hesitant because it was right in front of the facilities. It was actually quite convenient having the dish washing area so close by. I would just recommend the campground plant more foliage on the left side of the drive to make it more private so 007 rentals donβt feel like theyβre on show. The Springs were a bit cold and most of the trails were closed down due to construction or clearing required. I would call ahead to see if the hiking trails are open first. Hope you enjoy this camp as much as my family and I did!
C. Michelle M
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 051, Loop: SAND
We had a warm welcome at check in, our site was clean, spacious and felt somewhat private. Everything was clean and I loved that they had the bear lockers to store items in. The spring was great too!
Elliott J
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 028, Loop: TROP
Fantastic recreation area with a beautiful spring and run. Kayaking is as good as it gets. I wish the trails and boardwalks were opened and maintained seems like they need a major overhaul. Camping was great
Kelsey L
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 057, Loop: SAND
Very good experience! The only downfall was the hot water in the showers didnβt seem to work half of the time.
Peter G
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: TROP
It would be nice to have the dilapidated wooden elevated walkways and other spring site repaired and cleaned up. Itβs a beautiful place that needs some funding to bring it up to par.
manuel c
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 020, Loop: TROP
Very tranquil, clean campground. Pleasant staff. Fantastic kayaking.
Alan E
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2026 β’ Stayed at: 062, Loop: FERN
This park is wildly overpriced, compared to similar parks in that part of Florida. The tenting area itself was fine, but water sources were not close, there was no electricity, and the shower facility was so stripped down that it did not even have a bench for changing clothes.
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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| General |
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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