Lake Eaton Campground
Open — Open seasonally October 1 through June 1. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Limited to 14 consecutive days in any 30-day period across all Ocala National Forest campgrounds.
Tornado Watch issued February 15 at 5:01PM EST until February 15 at 8:00PM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
TORNADO WATCH 9 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 8 PM EST THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN FLORIDA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 11 COUNTIES IN NORTHEAST FLORIDA BAKER CLAY DUVAL FLAGLER NASSAU PUTNAM ST. JOHNS IN NORTHERN FLORIDA ALACHUA BRADFORD MARION UNION IN GEORGIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY IN SOUTHEAST GEORGIA CAMDEN THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF AMELIA CITY, ANASTASIA, ANTHONY, ARLINGTON, BAKERSVILLE, BELLAIR, BOSTWICK, BURBANK, CARRAWAY, DOCTORS INLET, DOVER BLUFF, DUNGENESS, DURBIN, FERNANDINA BEACH, FRUIT COVE, GAINESVILLE, GAINESVILLE AIRPORT, HILLIARD, JACKSONVILLE, KINGS FERRY, KINGSLAND, LAKE BUTLER, LAKESIDE, MACCLENNY, MIDDLEBURG, NEW RIVER, NEWNANS LAKE, NORMANDY, OCALA, OCALA AIRPORT, OCEANWAY, OLUSTEE, ORANGE PARK, ORTEGA, PALATKA, PALM COAST, PALM VALLEY, PONTE VEDRA BEACH, RATLIFF, RIVERSIDE, SAN MARCO, STARKE, SWITZERLAND, WEIRSDALE, AND YULEE.
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…
Wind Advisory issued February 15 at 8:50AM EST until February 15 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Nestled along the shore of 308-acre Lake Eaton in Ocala National Forest's Big Scrub region, Lake Eaton Campground offers an intimate camping experience with just 14 primitive sites. The shallow, broad lake is surrounded by extensive shoreline perfect for fishing, birding, and wildlife watching. The campground provides vault toilets but no hookups or potable water, making it ideal for self-sufficient campers seeking a rustic experience. Both campers and day-use visitors can access the boat ramp and accessible fishing pier at the end of the campground road. An interpretive nature trail provides opportunities to explore the surrounding scrub habitat. The campground operates seasonally from October through May, with quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. and a 14-day stay limit within any 30-day period across all Ocala National Forest campgrounds. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance through Recreation.gov. The site fills quickly on weekends, so advance planning is recommended. Lake access for fishing and wildlife viewing remains open year-round, even when the campground is closed for the summer season.
Directions
From I-75 to Ocala: Drive east on State Route 40 for about 12 miles, then turn north on County Road 314 and proceed for 18 miles. Turn north on State Highway 19 and drive for about 0.5 mile to the recreation area entrance on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| 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 |
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