Best Dispersed Camping near Holder, FL
Dispersed camping options near Holder, Florida include several primitive sites in the Ocala National Forest. Trout Lake Primitive Sites allow tent camping with drive-in access, but require navigating narrow forest roads with tight clearances. Recent visitors note "very narrow trails but really easy access, you will leave with some new pinstripes," and recommend 4WD vehicles. These sites permit alcohol and pets but lack amenities such as drinking water, toilets, or trash service.
Blue Sink rates highly among backcountry campers seeking off-grid experiences. This free camping area requires hike-in or walk-in access and permits campfires. A camper noted it as the "most beautiful place to stumble upon," though access has become more challenging as "the Forestry Service recently chopped down trees and covered the easy access roads." Other options include Lake Mary Tent Camping and South Tower Hunt Camp, which offer drive-in access but have additional restrictions. Safety concerns have been reported at Lake Dorr, with one review warning about difficult road conditions and recommending visitors "avoid north part of Ron Paul Drive" due to sand and low-hanging trees.
