Juniper Springs Recreation Area

National forest / federal in Silver Springs, Marion County, Florida

Aerial view of Juniper Springs Recreation Area
Aerial near the address
USDA NAIP via USGS

National forest / federal with 76 sites

Pets welcome, On the water

From the park's website, Oct 2026

Not yet confirmed by phone. Details can change, so check with the park before you go.

76 sites
Rigs up to 45 ft
Seasonal

Rates listed for all of 2026; FS says hours vary by season.

Pick your exact site online

Source: Official website

Book online

Through Recreation.gov

Popular, heavily shaded Forest Service campground at Juniper Springs in Ocala National Forest with 57 paved RV/tent sites and 19 tent-only sites, no hookups, hot showers and a dump station. Most RV sites fit rigs up to 25-35 ft (one 45 ft); 14-night limit; reserved on Recreation.gov.

What stands out

  • Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps around a 72-degree spring swimming pool
  • Start of the 7-mile Juniper Run wilderness paddle, with kayak rentals and shuttle
  • Deeply shaded sites; no hookups but hot showers and a dump station
  • Most RV sites limited to 25-35 ft; TROP loop has pull-throughs
  • $38/night on Recreation.gov

Sites

TROP loop standard nonelectric

Hookups
No hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
45 ft
Pad
Asphalt
Number of sites
32
Nightly
$38

SAND loop standard nonelectric

Hookups
No hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
30 ft
Pad
Asphalt
Number of sites
25
Nightly
$38

FERN loop tent only

Hookups
No hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
Not listed
Pad
Gravel
Number of sites
19
Nightly
$38

What this place offers

  • Bathhouse
  • Showers
  • Dump station
  • Camp store
  • Ice
  • Kayak & canoe rentals
  • Hiking trails
  • River or creek
  • Planned activities

What this place offers

  • Bathhouse
  • Showers
  • Dump station
  • Camp store
  • Ice
  • Kayak & canoe rentals
  • Hiking trails
  • River or creek
  • Planned activities
  • Spring-fed swimming pool (72 degrees, CCC-built)
  • Juniper Run paddling with shuttle
  • Old Mill House interpretive site
  • Group picnic pavilion
  • Flush toilets

Things to know

Rig rules

  • No RV age limit listed
  • Rigs up to 45 ft

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • Leashed and supervised, campground only; not in day-use area, bathrooms, boardwalk or canoe run.

Arrival

  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Rates listed for all of 2026; FS says hours vary by season.

Cancellation: Cancel before arrival online or by phone; $10 service fee withheld; late-cancellation rules per Recreation.gov; no refunds for weather.

Included in the rate: Max 5 people and 2 vehicles per site

Other fees: Extra vehicle in overflow lot $9/night. Group picnic pavilion $70. Day-use admission about $14.50/person for non-campers.

Good to know

From the park's own website and other official pages. Policies change, so confirm with the park.

Location and directions

  • From SR 40/SR 19 intersection, 4.5 miles west on SR 40; entrance on north side.

Rates and fees

  • Senior and Access Pass holders get 50% off one campsite.

Rules

  • Gate locked 8 p.m.-8 a.m. (March-Oct) and 6 p.m.-8 a.m. (Oct-March); late arrivals must check in at the gatehouse next morning or be marked no-show.
  • Sites must be occupied the first night of the reservation.
  • Max 2 vehicles per site including the RV; extra vehicles $9 per night in overflow lot.
  • Quiet hours 10 p.m.-6 a.m.; no generators during quiet hours.
  • No alcohol in the day-use area; no wading or fishing in the springs or run.
  • Bears active in the area; food must be stored in approved containers.

Amenities and services

  • Convenience store with camping and beach supplies; gas and restaurants about 10 miles away.
  • Cell coverage rated 'Good Coverage' on Recreation.gov.

Activities and nearby

  • 72-degree spring swimming pool built by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
  • Juniper Run is a 7-mile wilderness paddle, not for beginners; kayak rentals $65 single / $75 tandem with shuttle; no reservations.
  • Private boat launch included with admission; shuttle $15/person if space; no inflatables or motors.
  • Interpretive programs in summer; Old Mill House exhibit.
  • 72-mile unbroken segment of the Florida Trail passes through.

Weather and hurricane policy

  • Boardwalk closed due to age and hurricane damage.
  • No refunds for weather.

Ownership

  • Operated by concessionaire Naventure for the Forest Service.

On Google

Rating, reviews and photos from the park's Google listing.

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Where you'll be

26701 EAST HWY 40, Silver Springs, FL, 34488

Directions

Where this info comes from

  • recreation.gov Overview, directions, notices, site list and details, rates, cancellation (page and API data)
  • fs.usda.gov Operator, amenities, rules, boardwalk closure, services
  • naventure.com Juniper Run kayak rentals, shuttle, admission fees
  • fs.usda.gov Senior pass discount list, Ocala NF stay limit
  • Florida Department of Health mobile home and RV park license list
  • OpenStreetMap

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