Salt Springs Recreation Area
Open — Open year-round. Management transitions to Naventure on January 1, 2026. Some sites operate first-come, first-served while others accept reservations via Recreation.gov. Hookup sites often reach full capacity. Limited to 14 days in any 30-day period. Gate hours are seasonal: summer (April 15-October 14) daily 8 a.m.-8 p.m., winter (October 15-March 31) daily 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Freeze Watch issued December 30 at 12:05AM EST until December 31 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida. * WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.
From Recreation.gov
Update: Beginning January 1st, 2026. [https://www.naventure.com/destinations][1] will be operating Salt Springs Recreation Area. Please direct all future questions concerning next year to them. Thank you so much for your patience. [1]: https://www.naventure.com/destinations
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.
Alcoholic Beverages
Lists the areas in the Apalachicola and Ocala National Forests where alcohol is not allowed.
About
Salt Springs Recreation Area is one of the recreational jewels of Ocala National Forest, built around a spectacular natural mineral spring that rises from deep within the earth. The presence of potassium, magnesium, and sodium salts gives the water a slight salinity. This is the largest and most developed campground in the forest, and the only one offering full hookups for RVs. The campground features spacious, shaded sites for RVs and trailers with full hookups (water, electric, and sewer), as well as a designated tent-only camping area located a short walk from parking. The semi-tropical setting provides a mixture of pines and palms with lush greenery. The recreation area offers extensive water activities including swimming in the spring, fishing on Salt Springs Run downstream of the swimming area, and boating access via the boat ramp and marina. Boat rentals are available nearby. Land-based recreation includes basketball courts, horseshoe pits, and hiking access to the Bear Swamp Trail and a segment of the 1,400-mile Florida National Scenic Trail. The campground is located within the community of Salt Springs, which has a gas station, grocery store, restaurants, bait and tackle shops, post office, and laundromat. Salt Springs is situated between the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, about 35 miles east of Ocala, and provides access to Lake George, a renowned fishing destination.
Directions
Salt Springs is located 35 miles east of Ocala (I-75), 60 miles west of Daytona Beach (I-95) and 95 miles north of Orlando. From I-75 at 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 about 0.5 mile to the recreation area entrance on the right. From I-95 east of Ormond Beach: Take SR 40 west about 40 miles to Highway 19. Turn north on Highway 19 and go about 16 miles to Salt Springs. Continue 0.5 miles to the recreation entrance on the right.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $37 - $69 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Help.Ocala.SaltSprings@AmericanLL.com | |
| Phone | +1 (352) 685-2048 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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