Established Camping
Big Scrub Campground
About
USDA Forest Service
National Forests in Florida
Overview
Perennially popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts, Big Scrub Campground sits in the Ocala National Forest in central Florida. A trailhead within the facility offers riders campsite-to-trail access.__ 14 day stay limit in a 30 day period in ALL Ocala National Forest Campgrounds For reservations or refund request please call (877) 444-6777
Recreation
Big Scrub Campground offers direct access to the 47-mile Ocala Adventure Trail. All off-road vehicle riders will enjoy exploring the Tread Lightly Four Wheel Drive Way. A permit is required for use of the trail system. Learn more about off-road vehicle use in Ocala National Forest.
Facilities
Big Scrub can accommodate tents, campers and RVs. The campground is equipped with showers, restrooms and drinking water.
Natural Features
The Ocala National Forest spans four counties and 383,000 acres. It is the southernmost and oldest national forest east of the Mississippi River and protects the world's largest contiguous sand pine scrub forest. Miles of trails offer plenty of open space and blue skies for off-road vehicles.
contact_info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (352) 625-2520 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
The warm, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs are a short drive away. Visitors can swim, canoe and dive in a natural spring-fed lake and creek.
Fee Info
Sites A and B = Full Hook up = $12 + $10 = $22 per night
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Camp ground host
Camp ground host was a pure dick over a matter that could have been handled differently.
Very Nice, Clean, and Quiet!
I stayed here with my 2 boys and the only fault I could find was the horse flies... Cant blame the campground for that! :). Bring bugspray!
It was enjoyable!!
Big Scrub is a good deal
I was apparently the first person to reserve a site online after it was reopened. Open sites, hot showers, and clean toilets. Re-opened in November of 2018. Small fire pits in every sites, guys who run it will share leftover fire wood they collect, but none for purchase. No shade, on a corner of two forest service roads. Cell service depends on what service you use, AT&T was non existent. I didn’t get to use much of the site, it rained for 12 straight hours when I stayed. But site drained well, and Forest Service guys were super nice and helpful.
Location
Big Scrub Campground is located in Florida
Directions
From I-75 east, travel on State Route 40 to Forest Road 588. Turn south on 588 and go approximately 8 miles. The campground is on the west side of the road.
Address
11990 SE NATIONALFOREST RD 588
Umatilla, FL 32784
Coordinates
29.0502778 N
81.7625 W