Users' questions

How much is camping at Ocala National Forest?

How much is camping at Ocala National Forest?

Big Bass Campground It sits on the edge of Ocala National Forest, so campers can enjoy nearby hiking and wildlife viewing. Cost: This budget-friendly campground is $15 per night. Hookups Available: No hookups are available. Drinking water is available; however, there’s no dump station on site.

Can I Boondock in Ocala National Forest?

It has 14 developed campgrounds, only one though has hookups. But for boondocking, most of the more than 400,000 acres are available for dispersed camping. A network of crisscrossing forest roads makes it easy to find a wilderness campsite far off the beaten path.

Does Ocala National Forest have cabins?

The Ocala offers two Civilian Conservation Corps cabins for rent. The Lake Dorr Cabin is nestled on the south end of Lake Dorr and can accommodate 10 people. The Sweetwater Cabin overlooks Sweetwater Spring, a freshwater spring that flows into Juniper Run, and can accomodate 12 people.

Is the Ocala National Forest open?

The Ocala National Forest is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Managed recreation areas within the forest may have limited hours. Fees are collected at certain managed recreation areas and campgrounds.

Are there any campgrounds in the Ocala National Forest?

Of Ocala’s 14 developed campgrounds, only Salt Springs offers full hook-ups. However, several campgrounds have dump stations and shower facilities. Others offer limited amenities. Sleeping under the stars next to a sparkling lake or in a shady forest is a great way to reconnect with the outdoors.

Is the Ocala National Forest Dry in spring?

If you are camping near one of the 60 lakes in the forest, a good filtration system will help you avoid some of that weight. The forest can get quite dry in spring, and many small ponds or lakes run dry. If you look at the forest on Google Earth, the images may be old — what used to be a pond may now be just a grassy depression.

Where is the southern boundary of the Ocala National Forest?

The southern boundary of Ocala National Forest is about 45 miles north of Orlando, accessible via State Road 19 North from Altoona and Umatilla or State Road 40, the east-west bisect connecting Ocala on the west and Astor in the east.

What to bring to the Ocala National Forest?

Bring a lightweight garden trowel to dig a hole away from camp for hygiene needs. About 8 inches deep should suffice. Use biodegradable toilet tissue, which you can or pack the tissue out with your trash. If you are camping near one of the 60 lakes in the forest, a good filtration system will help you avoid some of that weight.