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ALEXANDER SPRINGS REC AREA (FL), FL

Description


Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest. The semi-tropical region gives the campground a mixture of pines and palms, with lush greenery and warm temperatures. The sites are well shaded with level parking pads and tent space on all sites (there are no full hook-up sites).

There are plenty of activities to keep campers occupied, in addition to swimming in the natural springs, there is a 7 mile canoe run, SCUBA diving (for certified divers), beach front, natural hiking trails and a summer interpretive programs. The abundant water in the area leaves lots of opportunity for all kinds of water activities. Keep your eyes open for lots of the area's wildlife, including alligators, turtles, deer, raccoons and black bear.

Reservations can be made year round, and can be made up to 6 months in advance. They must however, be made at least 4 days before your intended arrival date.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Amphitheater
  • Atm Machine
  • Bbq Grills
  • Campground Store
  • Canoe Rental
  • Drinking Water
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hot Showers
  • Ice Machine
  • Kayaking
  • Pavilion
  • Restrooms (Flush Toilet)
Within 10 Miles
  • ATV Trails
  • Banking Services
  • Grocery
  • Post Office
  • Restaurant
  • River Access
  • Visitors Center

Alerts and Important Information

  • This campground has first-come, first-serve sites.
  • Tax included in camping fees.
  • There is a 2 night minimum stay on weekends, 3 night minimum on holiday weekends.
  • Campground gate is locked at 8:00pm on weekends during the Summer season and 6:00pm during the week and in the winter. Call 352-669-3522 for entry if you will be arriving after these times.
  • Check out time is 1:00 pm.
  • Maximum of 5 persons and 2 vehicles per site. Extra vehicles will be charged a per vehicle, per-night fee.
  • CAUTION: Bears/Raccoons frequent the area. All food must be kept in containers.

Getting There:

Alexander Springs Rec Area (FL)
49525 CR 445
Altoona FL 32702

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
29.07889, -81.58

From I-75 take Hwy 40 East thru Ocala and Silver Springs approximately 40 miles to Hwy 19. Go south on Hwy 19 approximately 5 miles to Country Road 445 (CR-445). Go east on CR-445 5 miles to campground. From I-95 take the Ocala/Silver Springs Exit (Hwy 40) west for approximatley 35 miles to Hwy 19. Go south on Hwy 19 approximately 5 miles to County Road (CR-445). Go east on CR-445 5 miles to campground.

Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (352)669-3522