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Lake Eaton Campground quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Lake Eaton Campground for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 13 sites.
Location: National Forests in Florida.

As of November 2026, Lake Eaton Campground is a campground in National Forests in Florida with 13 campsites. Lake Eaton Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lake Eaton Campground is located at 29.2539° N, 81.8656° W.

people allowed on each site: 5

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Campsites at Lake Eaton Campground

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Standard 13

Amenities

boat ramp

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating.

All sites at Lake Eaton Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Lake Eaton loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
2	Standard	5
3	Standard	5
4	Standard	5
5	Standard	5
6	Standard	5
7	Standard	5
8	Standard	5
9	Standard	5
10	Standard	5
11	Standard	5
12	Standard	5
13	Standard	5
14	Standard	5

About Lake Eaton Campground

Overview

A large, shallow lake cradled by the Big Scrub, Lake Eaton offers many distinctive faces. As a seasonal access area, the Lake Eaton Campground has only 14 sites. At the end of the road, the Lake Eaton Boat Launch and Pier offers opportunities for boating and fishing.

14 day stay limit in a 30 day period in ALL Ocala National Forest Campgrounds

For reservations or refund request please call (877) 444-6777

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (352) 625-2520 for general information.

Rules and notices at Lake Eaton Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 10, 2026. Check Lake Eaton Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Main entrance gate opens from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Check in- 3 p.m. Check out- 11 a.m.

Camping fee covers 2 vehicles maximum

14 day stay limit

If it is your intent to rent an RV or trailer from a third party entity, please note that the USDA Forest Service does not allow RV or trailer rentals to be pre-placed and/or delivered to the recreation area. The Reservation holder must drive the RV or trailer to the recreation area as it is their sole responsibility and alleviates the FS from any liability.

Any commercial business that operates on federal land is required to have a special use permit. 36 CFR 261.10 (K)(L)

Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

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Lake Eaton Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Lake Eaton Campground?

Campsites at Lake Eaton Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Lake Eaton Campground?

Campgrounds near Lake Eaton Campground include Lake Shore Group Camp, Fore Lake Campground, Mill Dam Group Camp, Juniper Springs Rec Area and Salt Springs Recreation Area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lake Eaton Campground?

Lake Eaton Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lake Eaton Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lake Eaton Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Lake Eaton Campground have?

Lake Eaton Campground has 13 campsites.