Clearwater Lake Rec Area

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National Forests in Florida

Campground · USDA Forest Service · National Forests in Florida Fees: Ocala National Forest Springs Hopper Pass: This day-use pass is $80 + tax per person For more information on fees and how to reserve your site, please visit the concessionaire at Naventure . Reservations: Reservations may be made by phone at 1-877-444-6777 or online at Recreation.gov . Overview Clearwater 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, day use picnic area, beach and a nature trail that winds through the pine woods and scrub around Clearwater Lake, this facility has plenty of activities to keep campers occupied. The Ocala National Forest, in north central Florida, 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. Recreation The abundant water in the area offers many opportunities for recreation. In addition to swimming in the lake, a 7-mile canoe trail meanders not far from Clearwater Lake. Canoe rentals are available at the campground. Campers can fish for largemouth bass, brim or… Getting there: From the intersection of Florida Highways 19 and 42, go east on Highway 42 toward Paisley. Drive approximately 6 miles and turn left at the entrance to Clearwater Lake Recreation Area. Rules: - All Ocala National Forest campgrounds allow pets, but they must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and are not permitted in designated swimming and picnic areas. - There is a maximum stay limit of 14 consecutive days in a 30-day period. Phone: 352-669-0078 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234033 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Naventure