Silver Lake Pavilion Withlacoochee State Forest
Open — Open year-round for day use from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily. Reservations available up to 11 months in advance.
Freeze Warning issued January 19 at 11:46AM EST until January 20 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 expected. * WHERE...Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Levy, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Levy, and Sumter Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of frost is also likely in wind protected areas that could kill sensitive vegetation.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 18 at 1:00PM EST until January 19 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 23 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 possible. * WHERE...Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Levy, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Levy, and Sumter Counties. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Monday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Monday night through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Freeze Warning issued January 18 at 1:00PM EST until January 19 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 23 expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 possible. * WHERE...Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Levy, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Levy, and Sumter Counties. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM EST Monday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Monday night through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
About
Silver Lake Pavilion at Withlacoochee State Forest offers a scenic venue for group gatherings in Hernando County, Florida. Located within the expansive Silver Lake Recreation Area, this rentable pavilion provides covered seating for up to 36 people and can accommodate larger groups of up to 60 people at maximum capacity. The facility is part of the 165,000-acre Withlacoochee State Forest, which spans five counties and features the Withlacoochee River and its tributaries, designated as Outstanding Florida Waters. The pavilion is available for daily rental and must be reserved in advance through the Florida State Forest reservation system. Guests have access to the surrounding day use area, which includes picnic facilities, restrooms, boat ramps, and hiking trails. The natural setting features open pine sand hills, dense woodlands, and diverse wildlife including bald eagles, white-tail deer, and gopher tortoises. The forest's tree species include slash pine, longleaf pine, bald cypress, and various oaks, with colorful wildflowers appearing in autumn. This facility operates as a day use area only with no overnight camping permitted at the pavilion site. Alcohol is not permitted, and all visitors must comply with Florida State Forest regulations. The location provides a natural outdoor setting for events while offering convenient amenities and access to water-based recreation on Silver Lake.
Directions
Physical address: 31475 Silver Lake Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602. Enter through Silver Lake gatehouse.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Mckethan Pavilion Withlacoochee State Forest 0.4mi
- Colonel Robins Group Area Withlacoochee State Forest 2.5mi
- Croom Tract Primitive Camp Zone West 4.2mi
- Tucker Hill Pavilion 4.4mi
- Twin Pond Hunt Camp 5.9mi
- East Croom Hunt Camp 5.9mi
- Citrus Tract Primitive Camp Zone Loop D 6.0mi
- Hog Island Campground Withlacoochee State Forest 6.3mi
- Hog Island Youth Group Camp 6.3mi
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18.78 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (352) 797-4140 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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