Ocala National Forest Lake Dorr Campground

Very small and quiet place , great for beginners.
Host was great, bathrooms cleaned and hot showers. 15/20 minutes away plenty of amenities and shopping if necessary.

Lake Dorr, Ocala NF: is a campgrounds situated next to a large lake, Lake Dorr. The campground is pretty nice. Hostess is very active and friendly. There is a boat ramp to the large lake. There is also an area to park boat trailers. A code is required in order to enter bathrooms. There is a neighboring unkempt private campground. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer)

Overall Rating: 3.0. Price 2023: $ w interagency pass Security: no gate, however, host site is right next to the entry. Usage during visit: 40% full Site Privacy: some sites are pretty good. Some sites are rather open to the site Site Spacing: not Site surface: grass Reservations: Required. Campground Noise: very quiet during my Road Noise: but not bad Through Traffic in campground: boat ramp access does not require going through the Campground area. So there’s no problem Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no, no Dump Station: no Potable Water Available: Spicket throughout the Generators: allowed Bathroom: yes. A code is required to access. Pull Throughs: not really. Cell Service (AT&T): one bar. I am told that Verizon, is best and AT&T is the worst at this location. Setting: Long Pine Forest with underbrush Recent Weather: pretty cool recently Solar: some size for give fixed panels some charging. Host: very friendly Rig Size: I don’t think large Riggs would be appropriate here. Sites: best sites for privacy from the adjacent sites : 1 ,4, 7, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16,Al 17, 19, 24, 25, 27, 29, 30, 31, 33, 34,

This place was $20 a night, and had lots of sites for RVs and/or tents. The host was kind and helpful. Bathrooms weren't far, they were clean and had warm showers. There is a bear box, fire pit, grill, and pinic table at every site. It was fairly quiet, some boat and road noise in the evening. The sites themselves weren't far from each other, but had lots of trees and bushes to separate them so you aren't right up on your neighbor. We decided to leave a night early because of a thunder storm coming in and not having time to dry out our tent before we left, but I wish we could've stayed longer! We will certainly come back!

Lake Dorr, NF campground in Ocala NF, FL Some sites are pretty secluded. This is not necessarily super attractive campground to me. I don’t know why for sure. It may be because a portion of the campsites seem unattractive due to thick vine growth surrounding the sites. However, the campground right near a pretty lake. Many sites are private. The lake is not visible from the campsites.
Bathrooms are currently out of order. 11/2023 (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

(70 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy - after the trailer is in the spot.)

Overall Rating: 3..75 Price 2023: $ 10 w interagency pass Usage during visit: Almost empty. Site Privacy: Some very private sites Site Spacing: Good Site surface: Grass Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Quiet Road Noise: 1/4 mi from main road - No road noise Through Traffic in campground: No reason. Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Spigots Generators: Allowed. Bathroom: OUT OF SERVICE Showers: No Pull Throughs: No Cell Service (AT&T): 1 bar Setting: Near lake shore. Many sites are surrounded by low growing vegetation Weather: Nice day Bugs: None Solar: Some Host: On-site. Rig size: Surely under 25’ Sites:1,4,5,7,,10,12,13,,19*,23,24,27,29,31 are among the best.

The wasn’t there this time for some reason . It didn’t feel the same . But, was still peaceful and beautiful. Just need to watch out for whom may be around . Be aware of your surroundings.

I pulled up and happen to meet the host in her way to her camp site . Super sweet & made it so easy for me !! I have so much anxiety about dealing with people . It was super simple , no hassle payment / fee envelope with drop box . So easy and very peaceful. It was exactly what I needed . All the camp sights looked amazing ! It was hard to decide between what one to set up camp . I stayed 2 nights almost 3 .. was planning to stay about 5 or 6 . A storm & wind looked a little to heavy for my tent’s capabilities to handle it . Plus my dog has major thunder anxiety. Lol .. It ended up being a simple light rain and a cold front . I wish I hand stayed . I’m heading back soon !! I didn’t get to explore the lake . I planned on paddle boarding …

Next time . Every campsite has its own little private nook . So it’s up to you if your a social butterfly or want to just be anti social . Always depends on the mood and reasons for getting away I guess . I have absolutely no complaints. It was very well kept , bathrooms were clean and very well maintained. Props to the hosts . I love the NO PRESSURE easy , laid back vibe of the campground . Respect the campground and you will get respect of peace . Not like someone overlooking, or wandering what your doing because they have nothing better to do . It’s a very very very simple, EZ way all camping should really be like . I hope it stays like this .

Lake Dorr is a super nice camp site located less than an hour away from some of Florida’s natural springs. It’s also in the middle of two towns, Walmart is about 20 minutes away along with other stores and restaurants! They have communal bathrooms which need a code to get into. They have picnic benches and fire pits at each camp site. Each site is tucked away in their own little pocket. Everyone there is super nice and quite. It’s also a good place to go if you don’t have a reservation, everytime I’ve gone they’ve had open lots, they aren’t strict on arrival times and they’re generally very nice and understanding about check out.

This place is right on the lake, quiet and beautiful. It’s affordable and the camp hosts are very friendly!