River Forest
Lake Mack-Forest Hills, Florida · 7 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
At a glance
2 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 7 ft (2 m)7 ft2 m
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About
River Forest is a shaded group camping facility on the shores of the St. Johns River in Ocala National Forest. Located just across the river from Deland, the site is popular for groups, family reunions and weddings and can accommodate up to 125 guests.
Fees: Overnight Use:
From USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at River Forest: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers, 15% chance of rain89°68°
- ThuSunny, 7% chance of rain90°70°
- FriMostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely, 60% chance of rain91°70°
- SatPartly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers, 24% chance of rain82°68°
- SunChance Rain Showers, 29% chance of rain80°70°
Nearby camping
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River Forest Group Site
Public Land · 340 ft · Lake Mack-Forest Hills
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
Data from USFS INFRA Recreation Sites
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