Established Camping
Cypress Glen Campground
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
The Florida Forest Service will close all campgrounds and recreation areas on State Forests if the county where the State Forest is located is placed under a Tropical Storm or Hurricane WARNING by the National Weather Service. Reservations will be automatically refunded for closures related to tropical weather.
Cypress Glen Campground, near Brooksville, Florida, is a fantastic spot for those looking to unwind in nature while enjoying some outdoor activities. With sites that are clean and well-kept, it’s a great place to set up camp, whether you’re in a tent or an RV.
This campground is pet-friendly and features amenities like electric hookups and drinking water, making it comfortable for all types of campers. Visitors rave about the peaceful atmosphere, with one camper noting, “We’ve stayed here a few times and always enjoy our time.” Campfires in the evenings are a highlight, perfect for sharing stories and roasting marshmallows.
For adventure seekers, Cypress Glen offers excellent hiking and biking trails, with easy access to Silver Lake for fishing or kayaking. Reviewers have mentioned discovering an old girl scout camp during their hikes, adding a bit of history to your outdoor experience. The nearby boardwalk leads to scenic trails, making it easy to explore the beautiful surroundings.
While some campers have pointed out the highway noise from I-75, it doesn’t seem to detract from the overall enjoyment of the campground. With clean facilities and a welcoming vibe, Cypress Glen is a solid choice for a weekend getaway or a longer stay in the heart of Florida’s natural beauty.
Description
FL Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service
Withlacoochee State Forest
31475 SILVER LAKE ROAD, BROOKSVILLE, FL. 34602 Cypress Glen Campground is located within the Croom Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest (Hernando County), and a short 5-mile drive from I-75. On the shore of Silver Lake, which is part of the Withlacoochee River system, this campground is part of the Silver Lake Recreation Complex. Recreational activities nearby include: boating / paddling / watersports, wildlife viewing, bicycling, hiking, and fishing..
- Leashed Pets Allowed.
To insure pets are compatible with other visitors and to protect our forest resources, all pet owners must follow the rules listed below:
- Provide proof of rabies vaccination when registering to camp or have proof of vaccination (tag) on pet.
- Keep all pets confined, leashed or otherwise under the physical control of a person at all times (excluding voice control). Maximum length of leashes is 10 feet.
- Pets must be well behaved at all times.
- Pets must be confined in the owner's camping unit (tent, camper, RV) during designated quiet hours from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am.
- Pets may not be left unattended for more than 30 minutes and must be leashed. Health Dept. regulations exclude pets from bathhouses (service dogs allowed).
- Pet owners must pick up after their pets and properly dispose of all pet waste in trash receptacles.
- Pets that are noisy, vicious, dangerous, disturbing or intimidating to forest visitors and other pets or that damage forest resources are considered to be nuisances and will not be permitted to remain in the forest.
- Please contact WSF Dispatch at 352-797-4100 for assistance after hours and before you begin your outing each day to verify if prescribed burning will be taking place that day if you are recreating outside the campground.
- During hunting season it is recommended hikers wear at least 500 square inches of blaze orange clothing for safety. Refer to MyFWC.com website for dates.
- Please wear at least 500 square inches of Blaze Orange colored clothing when hiking the trails during hunting seasons.
- No hunting allowed in campgrounds. Please contact myfwc.com for specific hunting seasons and dates if planning on using any of the hiking trails.
- Chainsaw use in camping facilities is prohibited. Operation/use of chainsaws in other areas of the forest requires a Fuel Wood Permit. Only licensed, street legal vehicles are permitted in the complex. The use of horses, go-karts, golf carts, ATV’s or dirt bikes is prohibited.
Location
Cypress Glen Campground is located in Florida
Directions
**Physical Address:** 31475 Silver Lake Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602 **USNG:** 17R LM 80452 61366 **Via I-75:** Take Exit 301 - SR-50/US Hwy 98 S. Head east on SR-50/US Hwy 98 S. Continue east to Croom-Rital Road located at the 3rd traffic light. Turn left (north) on Croom-Rital Road and continue approximately 3.5 miles to the entrance to Silver Lake Recreation Complex on the right. Follow the road to the right for the campgrounds. Cypress Glen Campground is the second campground to the left in the complex. **Via Suncoast Parkway:** Take the Suncoast Parkway (TR-589) north to 46-SR-50 Head east on SR-50 and continue through Brooksville following the SR 50 Truck Route. Continue east on SR-50 passing under I-75 to Croom-Rital Road located at the 3rd traffic light east of I-75. Turn left (north) on Croom-Rital Road and continue approximately 3.5 miles to the entrance to Silver Lake Recreation Complex on the right. Follow the road to the right for the campgrounds. Cypress Glen Campground is the second campground to the left in the complex.
Coordinates
28.5710002 N
82.21100036 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly