Accessible via paved roads, Indian Lake State Forest Campground provides full hookups for RVs alongside basic tent camping options in a forested setting. The state-managed facility charges $13-$22 per night and accepts reservations, making it a reliable base for exploring central Florida's outdoor recreation. Sites include electric, water, and sewer connections with picnic tables, accommodating big rigs as well as smaller camping setups.
Campers can access hiking trails directly from the campground and enjoy lakefront proximity within the state forest boundaries. Pets are welcome throughout the grounds, and campfires are permitted in designated areas. The location puts visitors within reach of Silver Springs State Park Campground and other regional attractions. Book ahead during peak seasons, as state forest campgrounds often fill quickly.
Description
The Indian Lake State Forest Campground is located a couple hundred yards north of the sinkhole lake the state forest is named after. The campground is also only four and a half miles (4.5) north of the renowned Silver Springs in Marion County. Campers are allowed to park their personal vehicles at their respective campsites. RV or Tent sites 6-11 have water and electric hook-ups. Tent-Only sites 1-5 have no electric or water on site. Recreational activities featured here are: hiking, picnicking, bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography.
The code you receive with the confirmation letter works for the front gate as well as the bathhouse door locks.
RV or Tent sites 6-11 have water and electric on site. Tent-Only sites 1-5 do not have water or electric hoop-ups.
Swimming is not allowed in the lake.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Drought conditions continue to worsen, and numerous Florida counties have implemented burn bans. State Forest campgrounds within counties under a burn ban are subject to the same restrictions, which may affect your camping experience. Please check the Burn Ban Public Dashboard and plan accordingly before making a reservation.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundIndian Lake State Forest Campground is located in Florida
Directions
**From Ocala (I-75)-**Take exit 352 (State Road 40). Drive east on SR 40 for 8.4 miles until you come to County Road 35. Turn north on CR 35 and drive for 4.5 miles. You should see an Indian Lake State Forest Recreation Area sign on your right (note- it is just after the Bear-N-Oak Trailhead). Turn in at the recreation area sign and follow the road for just over a quarter of a mile down to the campsites near the lake. **From East of Ocala (Along SR 40)-**Head west on SR 40. As you enter into Ocala you will see Silver Springs State Park on the south side of the road. Just after the entrance to Silver Springs State Park you will reach County Road 35. Turn north on CR 35 and drive 4.5 miles. You should see an Indian Lake State Forest Recreation Area sign on your right (note- it is just after the Bear-N-Oak Trailhead). Turn in at the recreation area sign and follow the road for just over a quarter of a mile down to the campsites near the lake.
Address
6675 NE 40th Ave Road
Ocala, FL 34479
Coordinates
29.274874439427872 N
82.04907683401109 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 4/3/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
