Fore Lake Campground
Open year-round with sites available through Recreation.gov. Gate hours 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Maximum stay 14 consecutive days in a 30-day period.
Flood Warning issued October 10 at 10:06PM 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. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... Withlacoochee At US 41 Dunnellon affecting Marion, Levy and Citrus Counties. .Due to recent heavy rainfall, water levels on Cypress Creek remain elevated. With additional heavy rainfall forecast, water levels are expected to continue rising, and could reach minor flood stage in the next few days. 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 is forecast to continue. * 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 8:45 PM EDT Saturday the stage was 28.3 feet. - Bankfull stage is 28.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 PM EDT Saturday was 28.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to hold around 28.3 feet for the next few days. - Flood stage is 28.2 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 28.3 feet on 10/05/1965. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Supervisor's Office Closed
Due to potential weather impacts from Hurricane Isaias, the Supervisor's Office will be temporarily closed Friday, October 9.
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
Fore Lake Campground sits on the western edge of Ocala National Forest, with 31 sites tucked in the shade of oaks and pines along the shores of Fore Lake. The campground offers a mix of electric sites (6 sites with 30 amp hookups) and nonelectric sites, all equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, lantern poles, and food storage. A bathhouse provides hot showers and flush toilets, and drinking water is available from faucets throughout the campground. The adjacent Fore Lake Recreation Area features a sandy beach for swimming and picnicking, a fishing pier, and a canoe launch. Only non-motorized watercraft are permitted on the lake. The marshy shoreline and scrub ecosystem make this an excellent birding destination. A free dump station is available for registered campers. Gate hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., with check-in at 3 p.m. and checkout at 11 a.m. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive days within a 30-day period. Reservations are handled through Recreation.gov.
Directions
8 miles north of Highway 40 off Highway 314, on the west side of the road. Address: 14434 County Road 314, Silver Springs, FL 34488.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $36 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 625-2520 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Fore Lake Campground |
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