Shanty Pond Campground
Closed for the season. The campground operates October 15 through April 15 and reopens in fall 2026. First-come, first-served only; no advance reservations.
Flood Warning issued October 12 at 9:26AM EDT until October 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... Withlacoochee At US 41 Dunnellon affecting Citrus, Levy and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Florida... Cypress Creek At SR 54 Worthington Gardens affecting Pasco County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Withlacoochee at US 41 Dunnellon. * WHEN...Until Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...At 28.2 feet, Docks and boat ramps flood along the river in Citrus and Marion counties. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM EDT Monday the stage was 28.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 28.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 28.2 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Thursday afternoon. - 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
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
Shanty Pond Campground provides a rustic camping experience in the heart of Ocala National Forest's longleaf pine ecosystem. Located south of Salt Springs off State Road 19, this primitive campground operates seasonally from October 15 through April 15, coinciding with cooler weather and hunting seasons in Florida. The campground is particularly popular with equestrians who use it as a base for exploring the extensive horse trail network in the Ocala National Forest, including the Ocala One Hundred Mile Horse Trail. Hunters also frequent the area during designated seasons. Sites accommodate tents and camping trailers, though there are no hookups or developed amenities beyond vault toilets and trash receptacles. Campers should come prepared for a primitive experience. There is no potable water on site, so visitors must bring an adequate supply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations available through recreation.gov.
Directions
From Salt Springs, travel south on State Road 19. Turn west onto Forest Road 33 and follow signs to Shanty Pond Recreation Area.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 625-2520 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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