Weekend availability at Big Scrub Campground
Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 19, 10:24 AM PTSold out 1 of the next 6 weekends — exactly when cancellation alerts earn their keep.
- Fri, Sep 18Sold out
- Fri, Sep 25Open44/46 sites
- Fri, Oct 2Open46/46 sites
- Fri, Oct 9Open46/46 sites
- Fri, Oct 16Open46/46 sites
- Fri, Oct 23Open40/46 sites
Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.
How booked is Big Scrub Campground?
as of September 20Sites are open right now — we found space out to Nov. That changes fast at a campground. We check Big Scrub Campground around the clock, so the moment your dates fill up and a cancellation reopens them, you'll be first to know. Weekdays still have room — for now.
Weekends (Saturday night)
Weekdays (Wednesday night)
Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.
Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 49
- Electric sites
- 2
- Water hookups
- 2
- Sewer hookups
- 2
- Pull-through
- 31
- Max rig length
- 40 ft
About this campground
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. 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 Recreation 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 more about off-road vehicle use in Ocala National Forest.Facilities Big Scrub can accommodate tents, campers and RVs. The campground is equipped with showers, restrooms and drinking water. Natural Features 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. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (352) 625-2520 for general information. 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.
Getting there
From I-75 east, travel on State Route 40 to Forest Road 588. Turn south on 588 and go approximately 8 miles. The campground is on the west side of the road.
Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING
- PICNICKING
- CAMPING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Doe Lake Group SiteNational Forests in Florida4 mi
- Buck Lake Group CampgroundNational Forests in Florida8 mi
- Juniper Springs Rec AreaNational Forests in Florida10 mi
- Lake Dorr CabinNational Forests in Florida10 mi
- Mill Dam Group CampNational Forests in Florida10 mi
- Alexander Springs Recreation AreaNational Forests in Florida11 mi
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