LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP
LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP
LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP
LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP
LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

About Lake Shore Group Camp

Lake Shore Group Campground sits on the north shore of Fore Lake in Ocala National Forest. It is a favorite for scout, church and civic groups, as well as large families and reunions. 14 day stay limit in a 30 day period in ALL Ocala National Forest Campgrounds

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Oct 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

$100
/ per night
🚐 RV
  • Gravel

Site Details

Up to 50 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (47)

What Guests Are Saying

Lake Shore Group Camp is a beautiful and well-maintained facility, ideal for families and scouting groups, with helpful campground hosts. While visitors have generally had great experiences, some concerns were raised about exposed electrical connections in the showers and the need for better shower amenities. Additionally, it is advised not to leave belongings overnight due to the risk of them going missing.

Review Summary

3.8
47 reviews
5
48.9%
23
4
12.8%
6
3
19.1%
9
2
6.4%
3
1
12.8%
6

George D

Verified

May 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

5

We have a group camp out here twice a year for a 12 Step Fellowship. We absolutely love it here! Its the perfect location! Lots of shade, clean restrooms, friendly staff and the lake view and lake access is so great!!! We usually book our camp out in the winter and the fall. Perfect time of the year to camp in Florida! Furthermore, you cannot beat the price to book this lovely campground!!! :)

George D

Verified

May 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

5

We have a group camp out here twice a year for a 12 Step Fellowship. We absolutely love it here! Its the perfect location! Lots of shade, clean restrooms, friendly staff and the lake view and lake access is so great!!! We usually book our camp out in the winter and the fall. Perfect time of the year to camp in Florida! Furthermore, you cannot beat the price to book this lovely campground!!! :)

George D

Verified

May 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

5

We have a group camp out here twice a year for a 12 Step Fellowship. We absolutely love it here! Its the perfect location! Lots of shade, clean restrooms, friendly staff and the lake view and lake access is so great!!! We usually book our camp out in the winter and the fall. Perfect time of the year to camp in Florida! Furthermore, you cannot beat the price to book this lovely campground!!! :)

Kara G

Verified

January 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

5

Always a great time for our group!
Can I add that if you contact us a day prior to our reservation with the gate code that would be great! It was a bit difficult to get ahold of someone, then she gave me a code that was incorrect and we had to hunt down a ranger. Thank you!!

Kara G

Verified

January 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

5

Always a great time for our group!
Can I add that if you contact us a day prior to our reservation with the gate code that would be great! It was a bit difficult to get ahold of someone, then she gave me a code that was incorrect and we had to hunt down a ranger. Thank you!!

Kara G

Verified

January 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

5

Always a great time for our group!
Can I add that if you contact us a day prior to our reservation with the gate code that would be great! It was a bit difficult to get ahold of someone, then she gave me a code that was incorrect and we had to hunt down a ranger. Thank you!!

Eric B

Verified

March 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

3

We really like this camp site and have been many times. Good facilities, bathrooms and showers were clean. We usually camp here in January or February when it is cooler, but it was unusually warm the Feb weekend we were there this year. That may have been the cause for an issue we’ve never had before, but the place was infested with ticks and chiggers. Most of us have dozens of chigger bites and one person sat near the lake to fish and was covered in ticks. If there’s any kind of treatment that can be applied to the area it would probably be a big help.

Eric B

Verified

March 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

3

We really like this camp site and have been many times. Good facilities, bathrooms and showers were clean. We usually camp here in January or February when it is cooler, but it was unusually warm the Feb weekend we were there this year. That may have been the cause for an issue we’ve never had before, but the place was infested with ticks and chiggers. Most of us have dozens of chigger bites and one person sat near the lake to fish and was covered in ticks. If there’s any kind of treatment that can be applied to the area it would probably be a big help.

Eric B

Verified

March 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

3

We really like this camp site and have been many times. Good facilities, bathrooms and showers were clean. We usually camp here in January or February when it is cooler, but it was unusually warm the Feb weekend we were there this year. That may have been the cause for an issue we’ve never had before, but the place was infested with ticks and chiggers. Most of us have dozens of chigger bites and one person sat near the lake to fish and was covered in ticks. If there’s any kind of treatment that can be applied to the area it would probably be a big help.

James R

Verified

June 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP

1

Combination to the gate was wrong even after calling ranger station. Locals just show up and expect to go swimming. Marion county SO clueless on rules. FWC shows up with summer camp to go swimming, bathrooms absolutely disgusting. Bring a gun, you'll need it.

Location & Directions for Lake Shore Group Camp

8442 N.E 147 Th Avenue Road, Silver Springs, FL 34488 United States

Elevation: 23 ft

Getting There

From I-75, west of Ocala, take exit 352 onto State Route 40 east. Continue for 10 mi to County Road 314. Turn left on 314 and go 6 mi. Turn left onto 147th Avenue Road and look for the Lake Shore sign and entrance on left.

Nearest town

Silver Springs, FL - 12 mi

About 18 min to downtown

Highway access

Lake Shore Group Camp is accessible from I-75 via State Route 40, approximately 10 miles east of the interstate.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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