This little campground is on the edge of the Ocala National Forest and is a hikers dream. MIles of trails through the woods and around the lake. Wildlife is abundant, especially bears, raccoon and deer. We saw wild turkeys in the woods too and did a lot of bird watching. The lake is pristine, and you can primitive camp right near. The restroom facilities are large and super clean. Good paved road in camp area and lots of picnic tables. There is a "beach" area too near camp area. We saw a few people on mountain bikes too exploring the many well marked trails. Just be very sure to pick up all food and trash and use the designated bear proof trash containers and store all edibles in your car. Campsites are first come/first serve, and get there before the gate locks at 8 PM!

Cayo Costa is truly getting away from everything. Primitive camping only, and reachable only by ferry (must reserve ahead) or private boat. There are a few cabins to rent, but very basic shelter with only a wood platform for sleeping. There are showers and restrooms - but bring a flashlight if its dark. No electricity. There are carts to load your gear in to get it off the dock from the ferry, and a golf cart/tram or truck will take you back to the camping area. Lots of areas to explore - don't forget to find the old cemetary. The beach is great, and the shelling is awesome. You can purchase wood for fires at the ranger station. Bring all of your food and water. There is nothing out there once the last ferry leaves for the day with the daytime beach goers you are alone! No seeums and mosquitos are plenty, especially on the beach, so bring spray. This is by far our favorite place to go camp and get away from it all. And there is no phone service ;)

This is really getting away from it all. The only way to reach the island is via the ferry (free, and runs all day) or bring your own boat. There are boat docking facilities. This is very primitive camping, $18 per night for tent. You must pack everything in from the ferry or your boat.. There are some very basic cabins available, they book up far in advance. Restrooms and showers are adequate and pretty clean. The trails are good some are very wet at certain times of the year. More than 1600 acres to explore. Its a terrific day half day paddle around the island via kayak too. Mosquitos are thick, bring bug spray! Watch for snakes. There is a nice playground for the kids and a great pavilion for picnicking. You can fish too. No admission charge to come over to the island to just explore for the day if you aren't camping.

Cabin "camped" at Lake Louisa for a long weekend. The cabin was absolutely amazing, clean, spacious, and stocked with everyone we needed. Just had to bring food. Sitting on the porch at night in the glider rocker was so relaxing, there was hardly anyone at the park and it was very quiet. Paddled one of the lakes and did some productive bass fishing. There are kayaks to rent, or you can bring your own. BBQ'd in a pavilion one eve and it was super clean too. Biked the paved roads and hiked miles and miles of wooded trails. The public bathrooms were immaculate and the rangers we ran into were so very kind and helpful. Just bring plenty of bug spray! We can't wait to go back to tent camp next time!