Ocean Pond Campground
Open year-round, 24 hours a day. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov; cash is not accepted on-site. Check-in is 2:00 p.m., check-out is 11:00 a.m. Maximum stay is 14 days within any 30-day period.
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
Ocean Pond Campground is a popular destination in Florida's Osceola National Forest, attracting over 100,000 visitors annually to its shores on a scenic two-mile-wide natural lake. The campground offers 67 drive-up sites divided into three sections: 19 sites with electric (30/50-amp) and water hookups on paved 50-foot spurs, 28 sites with water hookups only, and 20 primitive sites. Every site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Amenities include flush toilets throughout the campground, with hot showers available in the Electric and Water section bath houses. The Primitive section has flush toilets and sinks but no showers. All campers have access to a boat ramp, RV dump station, swimming beach, and a picnic pavilion with BBQ grill. The beach and boat ramp are reserved for registered campers only. The campground provides excellent fishing opportunities for largemouth bass and speckled perch, and serves as a trailhead for the Florida National Scenic Trail and the Great Florida Birding Trail. Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park is just 4 miles away. Lake City is a 20-minute drive for supplies, dining, and services.
Directions
Located at the intersection of CR 250 and FR 268, approximately 17 miles east of Lake City, Florida in Baker County.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (386) 752-2577 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Ocean Pond Campground | |
| Recreation.gov Reservations |
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