Ocala National Forest's Lake Delancy West Campground sits on the western shore of Lake Delancy, surrounded by oak and pine canopy that provides consistent shade across both tent sites and RV spots. The layout feels open rather than cramped, and sites near the water's edge give campers direct access to fishing and a view across the lake in the morning hours. The Lake Delancy East campground sits just across the lake, making this corner of the forest a hub for multiple camping options within a compact area.
Noise is the most consistent variable here. The campground sits adjacent to an OHV trail network, and ATV traffic tends to be heaviest on weekends and during daytime hours. Weekday and off-season visits are noticeably quieter, with multiple reviewers reporting they had the campground largely to themselves mid-week. The Florida National Scenic Trail also runs through the area, giving hikers and those on foot a separate reason to base here. Bears are present in the forest, so food storage requires attention, and mosquitoes can be significant in warmer months.
Amenities include drinking water, flush toilets, a dump station, and water hookups for RVs, with campfires and pets permitted. At $10 per night, reservations are available. Pet-friendly camping near Ocala National Forest covers additional options if this campground is full. As Natalie B. notes, weekday stays avoid the weekend noise entirely. This campground works best for OHV riders, anglers, and Florida Trail hikers who want lakeside access at a low nightly rate.
Description
Overview
***Delancy Loops trailhead on State Road 19 will be closed for visitor safety during a logging operation starting December 5, 2025 mid-April 2026.******Delancy Loops trail will be closed east of NFR 21 December 5th_ January 5th.***Lake Delancy West is an OHV recreation area along Lake Delancy that houses OHV corrals, access to numerous marked OHV trails along the Ocala North OHV Trail System and camping along the lake. The recreation area also serves as a trailhead and designated campground along the hiking-only Florida Trail. Sites 14 - 120 are dispersed camping anywhere in the middle island.__Tent and small trailer camping is available within the pine forest along the western shore of Lake Delancy. All sites are within close proximity to the OHV corral, the Ocala North OHV Trail System and the Florida Trail. Heads up: Bears do frequent this area. You are required to store your food in a bear-proof container or in your vehicle.__14 day stay limit in a 30 day period in ALL Ocala National Forest CampgroundsFor 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 & DirectionsLake Delancy West Campground is located in Florida near Salt Springs
Coordinates
29.426916 N
81.788413 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/2/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 7/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 52 min from Ocala, FL
- 1 hr 5 min from Gainesville, FL
- 1 hr 16 min from Wildwood, FL
- 1 hr 25 min from Deltona, FL
