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Available Nov 21–22 · 1 night57 sites open for every night · from $38/night
Salt Springs Recreation Area is a Recreation.gov campground in Ft. Mccoy, about 27 miles from Ocala.
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| Site | Sa 21 | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 124 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 154 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 127 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 119 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 114 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 158 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 120 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 146 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 156 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 129 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 150 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 117 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 118 tent only nonelectric |
Your dates (Sat, Nov 21 – Sun, Nov 22): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Official limit 40 ft: longest permitted equipment length on the Recreation.gov site list. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Florida Rig Fit tool
13851 Hwy 19N
27.3 mi to Ocala (straight-line)
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Salt Springs Recreation Area sits in the heart of Ocala National Forest between the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, roughly 35 miles east of Ocala and within day-trip distance of Daytona Beach (about 60 miles west) and Orlando (about 95 miles north). The site's signature feature is a natural mineral spring that bubbles up from cracks deep beneath the forest floor; dissolved potassium, magnesium and sodium give the water a faint salinity that explains the name and makes the spring an appealing spot for swimming and snorkeling. The surrounding landscape reflects the forest's semi-tropical character a mix of pines and palms, shady campsites, and understory greenery and the recreation area borders Lake George and several ducky waterways, so boating and paddling are convenient from the on-site boat ramp and marina. Anglers will find good fishing on Salt Springs Run downstream from the swimming area, and land-based recreation includes access to the Bear Swamp Trail and a stretch of the 1,400-mile Florida National Scenic Trail; there are also basketball courts and a horseshoe pit near the day-use zones. The campground itself is the largest in Ocala National Forest and the only one in the forest that offers full hookups for RVs. In total there are 158 sites: 106 sites designed to accommodate both RVs and tents, and 52 tent-only sites set a short walk from the parking area; sites are described as spacious, nicely shaded, and located away from the busy day-use facilities. RV travelers will appreciate the hookups and room to maneuver, while tent campers can choose the quieter tent loop. Nearby in the small community of Salt Springs you'll find practical services a gas station, grocery, restaurants, bait and tackle shops, a post office, a laundromat and the visitor center for supplies and local information. Specific fee, reservation and seasonal availability details aren't listed here, so plan to check the Forest Service or the Salt Springs visitor center for up-to-date information on reservations, camping fees and any access notices before you go.
Picks are 40 ft or shorter: the official RV length limit here. Pickup area: Ocala, about 27 mi straight-line from Salt Springs Recreation Area. RV rentals in Ocala
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Pick up in Ocala| $38 |
| 113 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 125 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 112 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 116 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 121 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 128 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 115 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 157 tent only nonelectric | ✓ | $38 |
| 096 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 078 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 063 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 017 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 084 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 030 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 088 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 056 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 067 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 026 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 049 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 073 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 094 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 062 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 061 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 060 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 028 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 020 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
| 021 rv electric | ✓ | $70 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
| Agency / operator | USDA Forest Service (National Forests in Florida) |
|---|---|
| Booking | Recreation.gov — Most campsites: 6 months before arrival (check the Seasons & Fees tab) [Recreation.gov] |
| Max RV / trailer length | Official limit 40 ft: longest permitted equipment length on the Recreation.gov site list [Recreation.gov site list: SALT SPRINGS RECREATION AREA] |
| Bear storage | Not listed |
| Season | Not listed |
| Hookups | Not listed |
| Max stay | 14 nights max |
Sources: Recreation.gov — Tips for Making Campsite Reservations at Popular Locations (checked 2026-10-18); Recreation.gov site list: SALT SPRINGS RECREATION AREA (checked 2026-10-18). "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
Managed by USDA Forest Service (National Forests in Florida). Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the Recreation.gov listing. Anything we can't source says so.
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“Beautiful and well-groomed camping area. ”
Available Nov 21–22 · 1 night2 sites open for every night
Available Nov 21–22 · 1 night117 sites open for every night
Available Nov 21–22 · 1 night4 sites open for every nightClosest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Salt Springs Recreation Area, not driving.
