Big Bass Campground
Currently closed for seasonal closure. The campground operates October through April and reopens in the fall. Gates are open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. during operating season.
Heat Advisory issued August 12 at 6:52PM EDT until August 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 111 expected. * WHERE...Central Marion, Eastern Alachua, Eastern Marion, Gilchrist, Western Alachua, and Western Marion Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Travel Management & Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forest Service are reviewing the Executive Order, entitled "Removing Unnecessary and Counterproductive Restrictions on Access to Federal Lands" issued May 29, 2026, that may affect travel management on National Forest System lands. Any changes to public…
Fire Restrictions in Effect for Ocala National Forest
The Ocala National Forest is under stage 1 fire restrictions. Exemptions include developed campsites with Forest Service provided campfire rings and grills. Dispersed campers who wish to have fires must use propane; charcoal is authorized for grilling purposes. All residents must conform to the…
About
Big Bass Campground provides a rustic camping experience in the southern reaches of the Ocala National Forest, near the Ocklawaha River and Doe Lake Recreation Area. The campground features 19 standard nonelectric campsites suitable for both tent and RV camping, including two ADA-accessible sites. Each site includes a fire pit, picnic table, and lantern pole, with vault toilets available throughout the campground. The campground operates seasonally from October through April, closing during Florida's hot and humid summer months. A dump station is available for RV users. The area is home to wildlife including black bears, so campers should follow proper food storage practices. Gates are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with check-in at 3 p.m. and check-out at 11 a.m. Reservations can be made through Recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777. All Ocala National Forest campgrounds enforce a 14-day stay limit within any 30-day period. Interagency Senior and Access passes provide a 50% discount on single campsite fees.
Directions
Located 1/4 mile north of Highway 42 in the southern portion of Ocala National Forest.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 625-2520 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS - Big Bass Campground |
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