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Alexander Springs Recreation Area

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🏕️ CampgroundOcala Nat'l ForestFlorida⭐ 4.2 (762)
Alexander Springs Recreation Area
🟢 7 open windows right now — soonest Mon Aug 24–Thu Aug 27
Availability checked 16h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 7 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Alexander Springs Recreation Area in Florida has 7 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Aug 24–Thu Aug 27. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Mon Aug 24 – Thu Aug 273 nightsbook these dates →opened 16h agosites LOPC #040
Tue Aug 25 – Fri Aug 283 nightsbook these dates →opened 16h agosites LOPA #008
Fri Aug 28 – Mon Aug 313 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites LOPB #019
Fri Aug 28 – Sun Aug 302 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites LOPA #002, LOPD #058
Fri Sep 4 – Mon Sep 73 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites LOPB #017, #021, LOPD #054
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 LOPA #012 & LOPA #013 next to each othersites LOPA #008, #012, #013, LOPB #018, #020, #022, LOPC #040
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites LOPB #023

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite LOPC #040 — View of site 40
Site LOPC #040 · View of site 40Naventure
Campsite LOPC #040 — Another view of site 40
Site LOPC #040 · Another view of site 40Naventure
Campsite LOPA #008 — View of site 8
Site LOPA #008 · View of site 8Naventure
Campsite LOPA #008 — Site 8
Site LOPA #008 · Site 8Naventure
Campsite LOPB #019 — Another view of site 19
Site LOPB #019 · Another view of site 19Naventure
Campsite LOPB #019 — View of site 19
Site LOPB #019 · View of site 19Naventure
Campsite LOPA #002 — A photo of Site 002 of Loop LOPA at ALEXANDER SPRINGS REC AR
Site LOPA #002 · A photo of Site 002 of Loop LOPA at ALEXANDER SPRINGS REC ARNaventure
Campsite LOPA #002 — A photo of Site 002 of Loop LOPA at ALEXANDER SPRINGS REC AR
Site LOPA #002 · A photo of Site 002 of Loop LOPA at ALEXANDER SPRINGS REC ARNaventure
Campsite LOPD #058 — Site 58
Site LOPD #058 · Site 58Naventure
Campsite LOPD #058 — Another view of site 58
Site LOPD #058 · Another view of site 58Naventure
Campsite LOPB #017 — Another view of site 17
Site LOPB #017 · Another view of site 17Naventure
Campsite LOPB #017 — Site 17
Site LOPB #017 · Site 17Naventure
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🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 18 openings at Alexander Springs Recreation Area over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 1–6 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $38–$70/nightGroup Picnic AreaStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆762 ratings
5★431
4★162
3★96
2★55
1★18
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon2.7/4
AT&T2.4/4
T-Mobile2.3/4
Sprint retired2.6/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Alexander Springs Recreation Area FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Alexander Springs Recreation Area?

Alexander Springs Recreation Area in Florida takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Alexander Springs Recreation Area?

Campsite fees at Alexander Springs Recreation Area run about $38–$70/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Alexander Springs Recreation Area when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Alexander Springs Recreation Area often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Alexander Springs Recreation Area?

CampSage's scans caught 18 openings at Alexander Springs Recreation Area over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 1–6 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Alexander Springs Recreation Area a good campground?

Alexander Springs Recreation Area holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 762 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Alexander Springs Recreation Area?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Alexander Springs Recreation Area, Verizon rates highest at 2.7 out of 5 from 248 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Alexander Springs Recreation Area located?

Alexander Springs Recreation Area is located in Ocala Nat'l Forest, Florida. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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