Big Scrub Campground

3.5·18 reviews
·National Forests in Florida

Overview

Perennially 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 campsite-to-trail access.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 3:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have pull through)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 6)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Site Access

    (3 of 48 campsites have Site Acceses)

  • Water Hookup

    (2 of 48 campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND 2 - Credits: USDA FS
BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND 5 - Credits: USDA FS
BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND 3 - Credits: USDA FS
BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND - Credits: USDA FS
The Ocala National Forest spans four counties and 383,000 acres. It is the southernmost and oldest national forest east of the Mississippi River and protects the world's largest contiguous sand pine scrub forest.Miles of trails offer plenty of open space and blue skies for off-road vehicles.

Recreation

BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND - Credits: USDA FS
Big Scrub Campground offers direct access to the 47-mile Ocala Adventure Trail. All off-road vehicle riders will enjoy exploring the Tread Lightly Four Wheel Drive Way. A permit is required for use of the trail system.Learn moreabout off-road vehicle use in Ocala National Forest.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 40ft

  • tent-Up to 40ft

  • trailer-Up to 40ft

Nearby Attractions

The warm, turquoise waters of Alexander Springs are a short drive away. Visitors can swim, canoe and dive in a natural spring-fed lake and creek.

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