Alexander Springs Recreation Area
Open — The campground is currently open and accepting reservations year-round. Vehicle Access Reservations are required on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Limited to 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.
Cold Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 12:35AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 26 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 possible. * WHERE...Inland Volusia and Lake Counties. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM to 9 AM EST Wednesday. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Wind chills this cold could be hazardous for those without access to adequate warmth, clothing, or shelter.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:35AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 26 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 possible. * WHERE...Inland Volusia and Lake Counties. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM to 9 AM EST Wednesday. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Wind chills this cold could be hazardous for those without access to adequate warmth, clothing, or shelter.
Prospect Bluff Historic Site Closure Order
Authorities and Geographic Applicability. Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.53(c), this Forest Order: (1) Closes the Prospect Bluff Historic Site in its entirety for the preservation of objects or areas of historical, archaeological, geological, or paleontological interest.
Alcoholic Beverages
Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
About
Alexander Springs Recreation Area sits in the Ocala National Forest, centered around one of Florida's 27 first-magnitude springs. The spring maintains a constant temperature of 72°F year-round, with extraordinarily clear water and a gently sloped sandy bottom that creates a natural swimming area. Surrounded by a subtropical floodplain forest of maples, sweetgum, and cabbage palms, the recreation area offers a diverse range of activities including swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, canoeing, fishing, and hiking. The campground features 67 sites suitable for tents and RVs up to 35 feet in length. While there are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups at individual sites, the campground provides hot showers, drinking water, and a dump station. All sites require advance reservations through Recreation.gov. An on-site concessionaire operates a camp store and rents canoes for paddling down Alexander Run into the Alexander Springs Wilderness. Alexander Springs is the only location in the Ocala National Forest where scuba diving is permitted. Hikers can access two segments of the Florida National Scenic Trail directly from the campground, with routes leading 9.7 miles south to Clearwater Lake or 7 miles north to Farles Lake. The Timucuan Trail offers a shorter 0.9-mile interpretive loop with boardwalks through palm hammocks along the spring run. During peak summer weekends and holidays from Memorial Day through Labor Day, visitors need a Vehicle Access Reservation in addition to campsite reservations.
Directions
Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located along CR 445 in the northeast corner of Lake County between Astor and Altoona. From SR 40 at Astor, take Butler Street to CR 445A and turn left on CR 445. The recreation area is 5.8 miles south on the right. From Altoona, drive north 5.2 miles on SR 19, turn right on CR 445, and continue another 5.1 miles to the entrance on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $37 - $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 44ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 44ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 669-3522 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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