Juniper Springs Rec Area
Astor, Florida · 36 ft · In National Forests in Florida
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At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 36 ft (11 m)36 ft11 m
Loops3
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- FERN19 sites19 tent only · tents only
- SAND25 sites25 standard · up to 30 ft
- TROP32 sites32 standard · up to 45 ft
Other areas
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 2 staff entries left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Juniper Springs Campground is one of the most popular campgrounds in the Ocala National Forest. The location offers deeply shaded sites within walking distance of some of Florida's most beautiful natural springs. The surrounding recreation area has plenty of activities to entertain visitors, including swimming, picnicking, canoeing, snorkeling, hiking, birding and wildlife viewing.
This campground was named one of Reserve America's Top 100 Family Campgrounds in the United States.Recreation
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Cell service
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- AT&T4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Juniper Springs Rec Area: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedMostly Sunny, 3% chance of rain88°67°
- ThuMostly Sunny90°69°
- FriSunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 38% chance of rain90°68°
- SatMostly Sunny, 3% chance of rain79°65°
- SunPartly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers, 16% chance of rain79°66°
Nearby camping
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Farles Prairie Hunt Camp
Public Land · 5.9 mi · Pittman
Hopkins Prairie Campground
Public Land · 6.2 mi · Lake Kerr
Camp site
Campground · 6.7 mi · Astor
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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