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.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 2:26AM EDT until October 10 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida, including the following areas, in northeast Florida, Coastal Flagler, Eastern Putnam, Inland Flagler, Northeast Coastal St. Johns, Northern Inland St. Johns, Southeast Coastal St. Johns, Southern Inland St. Johns, Western Putnam and Western St. Johns. In northern Florida, Central Marion, Eastern Marion and Western Marion. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A lifting warm front and moisture due to Hurricane Isaias passing west of the area will bring waves of moderate to heavy rainfall across areas of Northeast Florida today into this evening. Several inches of rain from the last several days will make for saturated soils and additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts may lead to flash flooding. The heavy rainfall may combine with higher than normal tidal levels and may worsen flood problems in some St. Johns River locations. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued October 8 at 10:35PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Florida... Cypress Creek At SR 54 Worthington Gardens affecting Pasco County. Little Manatee River At Wimauma at US 301 affecting Hillsborough County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... Withlacoochee At US 41 Dunnellon affecting Marion, Citrus and Levy Counties. .Due to recent heavy rainfall, water levels on Cypress Creek and Little Manatee River are expected to continue rising and reach Flood Stage. Elevated water levels continue on the Withlacoochee River at Dunnellon due to a combination of excessive hydrilla growth along a 4.5 mile stretch of river between U.S. 41 and Lake Rousseau, and recent heavy rainfall. Water levels are expected to hold steady before slowly decreasing over the next several days. However, the river is forecast to remain in flood stage. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Withlacoochee at US 41 Dunnellon. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 28.2 feet, Docks and boat ramps flood along the river in Citrus and Marion counties. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:45 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 28.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 28.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:45 PM EDT Thursday was 28.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood stage at 28.4 feet. - Flood stage is 28.2 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 28.4 feet on 08/25/2008. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
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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