Indian Lake State Forest Campground
Open year-round. All sites are reservation-only with no walk-ups; book through floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com up to 11 months in advance. Drought conditions may trigger burn bans affecting campfire use.
Flood Warning issued September 22 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... Withlacoochee At US 41 Dunnellon affecting Marion, Citrus and Levy Counties. .The Withlacoochee River at Dunnellon has been steadily rising since July, and on September 15 reached flood stage. The cause of the high water along the Withlacoochee River at Dunnellon is due to excessive hydrilla growth (from the river bottom to the water surface) along a 4.5 mile stretch of river between US 41 and Lake Rousseau. The hydrilla is acting like a dam and holding water back, causing water levels to rise. * 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 Tuesday the stage was 28.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 28.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to hold steady at flood stage. Additional rises are possible. - Flood stage is 28.2 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 28.2 feet on 10/02/1979. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Indian Lake State Forest Campground occupies a quiet corner of the 4,466-acre state forest in northeast Marion County, positioned a few hundred yards north of the sinkhole lake that gives the forest its name. The campground is remarkably close to Silver Springs, just 4.5 miles to the south, making it a convenient base for exploring one of Florida's most famous natural attractions. The facility offers 13 campsites: tent-only sites 1-5 are primitive with no hookups, while RV/trailer sites 6-11 provide water and electric connections. A group camping area accommodates up to 20 people. A 4-unit bathhouse with flush toilets and showers sits at the center of the campground for registered campers, with an additional vault toilet near the day-use parking area. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table, and bear-proof trash and recycling bins are provided throughout. Recreational opportunities include hiking on both foot trails and equestrian paths, fishing in the lake (swimming prohibited), bird watching, wildlife photography, and nature study. The forest is open dawn to dusk year-round with free day-use access, though overnight camping requires advance reservations through Reserve America.
Directions
From Ocala: Take SR 40 east 8.4 miles to County Road 35, then turn north and continue 4.5 miles to the recreation area sign.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $13.51 - $22.52 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 732-1785 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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