Best camping near Ocala
13 campgrounds · 13 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Ocala, Florida — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 13 of 13 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Santos Rec Area State Park
Fair
4.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Santos Rec Area State Park Camping Area is a popular destination in Florida for outdoor enthusiasts. Located just south of Ocala, this camping area offers breathtaking views of…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#2
Silver River State Park
Fair
8.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 96°F· No active weather warnings
Silver River State Park in Florida offers a picturesque camping experience surrounded by nature. The campground provides a range of amenities to enhance visitors' stay. There are…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#3
Shangri-La Campground and Trailhead
Good
8.2 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Shangri-La Campground And Trailhead is a scenic camping area located in the state of Florida. This campground offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#4
Ross Prairie
Good
10.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Ross Prairie Camping Area is located in the state of Florida and offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides facilities such as picnic tables, fire…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#5
Ross Prairie Primitive Campsite
Good
10.5 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Ross Prairie Primitive Campsite is a secluded camping area located in the state of Florida. This campsite offers a rustic camping experience, allowing campers to truly connect…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#6
Ross Prairie Campground and Trailhead
Good
10.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 95°F· No active weather warnings
Ross Prairie Campground and Trailhead is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Florida. Situated within the Ocala National Forest, this campground offers a range of…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#7
Fore Lake
Fair
17.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 96°F· No active weather warnings
Fore Lake Campground in Florida’s Ocala National Forest offers 30 established campsites (tent & RV, no hookups) with picnic tables, fire rings/grills, drinking water, and…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#8
Gores Landing County Park
Fair
17.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 96°F· No active weather warnings
Gores Landing County Park in Florida offers established campsites along the scenic Ocklawaha River, ideal for tent and small RV camping (no hookups). Reservations are recommended…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#9
Lake Shore Group Campground
Fair
17.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 96°F· No active weather warnings
Lake Shore Group Campground is a popular camping area located in the state of Florida. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#10
Lake Eaton
Fair
19.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 98°F· No active weather warnings
Lake Eaton camping area in Florida is a charming and well-equipped campground that offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides ample space for tents…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#11
Lake Eaton Campground
Fair
19.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 98°F· No active weather warnings
Lake Eaton Campground is located in the state of Florida and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides tent and RV sites, with spacious and well-maintained…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 33 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#12
Rainbow Springs Campground
Good
16.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 77°F· Comfortable day · high 93°F· No active weather warnings
Rainbow Springs Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Florida. Boasting a range of amenities, it provides campers with a comfortable and enjoyable…
Why 78: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#13
Rainbow Springs State Park
Good
16.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 77°F· Comfortable day · high 93°F· No active weather warnings
Rainbow Springs State Park is a picturesque camping destination located in Florida. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping experience. With 60 spacious…
Why 78: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
Camping near Ocala
The Ocala area has 13 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Ocala
How are these campgrounds ranked?
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