Within Ocala National Forest, Big Bass Campground provides US Forest Service camping with water hookups and basic amenities for $15 per night. The campground features spacious, shaded sites with good privacy, though some low-hanging branches may pose clearance issues for RVs over 12 feet high. A 30-mile drive from Interstate 75 leads to this forested location, where road noise remains audible but not visually intrusive.
Clean vault toilets, bear-secure trash bins, and water spigots scattered throughout the grounds serve campers, along with a dump station offering both portable and non-portable water access. Campers planning extended stays in the region can explore camping near Ocala National Forest for additional forest-based options.
Description
Overview
Spend your next short- or long-term camping trip at Big Bass. With the occasional black bear sighting, this the perfect location to escape the hustle of the city and get back to nature. We offer both tent and RV camping on the south edge of the Ocala National Forest, not far from the Ocklawaha River. Big Bass is a seasonal campground in the southern part of the Ocala National Forest, not far from Doe Lake Recreation Area. 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
Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (352) 625-2520 for general information.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBig Bass Campground is located in Florida near Grand Island
Coordinates
28.985154 N
81.784206 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/17/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 6/17/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/17/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 33 min from Wildwood, FL
- 37 min from Ocala, FL
- 51 min from Deltona, FL
- 1 hr 2 min from Orlando, FL
