Camping for swimming in Florida
12 camps in Florida that list swimming or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Oct–Apr, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In April expect highs near 83°F and lows near 58°F.
Best areas for swimming
- Around Silver Springs Shores7 camps for swimming within 25 miles
- Around Lake City3 camps for swimming within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Florida are good for swimming?
12 camps that list swimming or mention it in their description; 1 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Oct–Apr, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In April expect highs near 83°F and lows near 58°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 100% also offer boating & paddling, 83% also offer fishing, 83% also offer hiking.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open swimming in FloridaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Clearwater Lake Rec AreaFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalClearwater Lake Recreation Area offers a quiet getaway along the southeastern edge of the Ocala National Forest, just outside the community of Paisley, Florida. With a shaded campground…
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Group LandingFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalGroup Landing is a secluded area that offers a flexible space accommodating many outdoor activities, from a weekend family camping trip to a midweek company picnic.
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Wright Lake CampgroundFederal campground · Free · Cell signalWright Lake is located approximately 25 miles from the Gulf of Mexico in an area known as the Forgotten Coast. Wright Lake and nearby Hickory Landing provide easy access to the Apalachicola…
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Lake Shore Group CampFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLake Shore Group Campground sits on the north shore of Fore Lake in Ocala National Forest. It is a favorite for scout, church and civic groups, as well as large families and reunions.
View camp →- Ocean Pond CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Ocean Pond Campground's two-mile wide lake with its shallow, sandy beach provides an escape from everyday life for more than 100,000 visitors each year. The site is about an hour from the…
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Alexander Springs Recreation AreaFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalAlexander Springs Recreation Area is located in the Ocala National Forest near the beautiful, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs. With forested scenery and abundant water, the recreation…
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Mill Dam Group CampFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalMill Dam Group Campground offers a fun and relaxing setting for groups of up to 150 to enjoy Ocala National Forest. Large picnic shelters and access to outdoor and water recreation make…
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Big Scrub CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalPerennially popular with off-road vehicle enthusiasts, Big Scrub Campground sits in the Ocala National Forest in central Florida. A trailhead within the facility offers riders…
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