Within Ocala National Forest, Big Scrub Campground provides drive-in access for campers traveling with pets. The US Forest Service manages this established campground year-round, making it accessible during Florida's milder winter months when many other southeastern destinations become less appealing.
Campers can find pet-friendly camping areas around Ocala National Forest for additional options in the region. The campground's location puts visitors within the forest's extensive trail system and scrub habitat. Plan to bring extra water and sun protection, as the scrub environment offers limited natural shade.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsOcala National Forest Big Scrub Campground is located in Florida near Altoona
Directions
From Weirsdale, drive east on SR 42 for 7.4 miles. At the blinker, turn left onto SE 182nd Avenue Rd. Drive 4.1 miles to FR 14, on the right. FR 14 is an unimproved road, sometimes deep in soft sand in spots. After approx. 3 miles, the campground is on the left at a crossroad. It can also be accessed from SR 40 by driving south on FR 13, a signed but unimproved road, for approximately 6 miles.
Address
11990 SE NFR 14
Umatilla, FL 32784
Coordinates
29.05142476 N
81.7571914 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Pets
Drive Time
- 55 min from Wildwood, FL
- 57 min from Ocala, FL
- 1 hr 9 min from Deltona, FL
- 1 hr 22 min from Orlando, FL
