Farles Prairie Campground
Day-use only; no overnight camping is permitted. The site operates dawn to dusk. The associated Farles Lake Hunt Camp is closed.
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…
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. The…
Alcoholic Beverages
Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
Camping in excess of 14 days
The following activities are not allowed per this order:Camping in excess of 14 days in a 30-day period unless otherwise posted.Public nudity.Swimming in a body of water within a developed recreation area not designated for this use.SCUBA unless posted.Fishing within 50 yards of a boat ramp…
About
Farles Prairie Recreation Area sits along the shores of Farles Lake in the Ocala National Forest, framed by tall longleaf pines and surrounded by sand pine scrub habitat. The area serves as a launch point for boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. A boat ramp provides access to the long north-south lake, and anglers can fish from boats or wade into the grassy shallows. The site is particularly notable for birding, especially during winter months when sandhill cranes arrive in large numbers. A walk along the prairie rim and lakeshore yields high counts of songbird and wading bird species. The Florida Trail passes through the area, offering hiking opportunities, and an OHV corral serves riders on the Ocala Centennial Trail. This is strictly a day-use area with no overnight camping permitted. The associated Farles Lake Hunt Camp is currently closed. Facilities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and a boat ramp, but no potable water is available on site.
Directions
From SR 40, turn south onto SR 19 and drive approximately 6 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 595 and follow the dirt road for about 2.5 miles to the recreation area.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (850) 523-8500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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