Can you reserve a site at Ocean Pond Campground?

Yes, Ocean Pond Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Ocean Pond Campground have?

70 sites in total, of which 65 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Ocean Pond Campground?

60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Pond Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Ocean Pond Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Ocean Pond Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Ocean Pond Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Ocean Pond Campground — 65 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Situated in Baker County, Florida, this campground includes 64 campsites and is open 24 hours/day. All sites are available at recreation.gov. There's something here for everyone in this lakeside campground. The Florida National Scenic Trail provides hiking opportunity adjacent to this campground. Come play, fish, swim, view wildlife and enjoy the outdoors here on the north shore of Ocean Pond!

Recreation

Boating is very popular on Ocean Pond, and multiple campsites provide lakeside access for swimming, boating, and fishing. Speckled perch and largemouth bass are popular targets for anglers. A boat ramp is also available here. A picnic pavillion area includes a BBQ grill and picnic tables, a swingset, and beach area for swimmers. The Florida National Scenic Trail traverses the entrance road to this campground, and is maintained annually for hikers. Public hunting is available 8 months of the year on Osceola Wildlife Management Area (see myfwc.com/hunting for more information). The use of Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) is prohibited inside this campground, but many "mixed use" OHV roads are open for riding on this forest.

Facilities

Each of these 64 campsites includes one parking slip (large enough for most RVs), a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Each campsite in the Electric Section includes a potable water spigot and electric hookup (30- and 50-amp). Each campsite in the Water Section includes a potable water spigot. Electric and Water Section bath houses include flush toilets and hot showers (available to campers from any campground section). The Primitive Section restroom includes flush toilets and sinks but no showers. Primitive Section campsites do not include water or electric service, but potable water is available near this section's restrooms. A boat ramp, picnic pavillion, beach swim area, and RV dump station are available for all campers at no extra charge.

Natural Features

This campground is situated on the north shore of Ocean Pond, a large lake (2-mile diameter) popular with boaters, swimmers, and anglers. The campground perimeter is composed of pine flatwoods and cypress wetlands.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Olustee is located on the south side of Ocean Pond, and is the site of the historic Battle of Olustee. This Civil War battle is reenacted right here on Osceola National Forest each February during the annual Olustee Festival. Dining, shopping, entertainment, and mail and medical services are available in Lake City, a 20-minute drive from this campground. The cities of Gainesville and Jacksonville, Florida and Valdosta, Georgia are within driving distance (about 1 hour drive), as well as multiple first-magnitude freshwater springs (Alachua and Gilchrist Counties). The annual National Hot Rod Association's Gatornationals race takes place each March in Gainesville.

The facts

65 bookable sites
70 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 5 people per site
Loops: Electric, Primitive, S&P, Water

Site types

23 RV Electric
22 RV Nonelectric
20 Standard Nonelectric
5 Management

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

70 campsites at Ocean Pond Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
1	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
10	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
11	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
12	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
13	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
14	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
15	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
16	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
17	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
18	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
19	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
2	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
3	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
4	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
5	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
6	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
7	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
8	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
9	Electric	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
Host 1	Electric	Management	—	—	—	—
48	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
49	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
50	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
51	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
52	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
53	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
54	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
55	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
56	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
57	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
58	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
59	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
60	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
61	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
62	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
63	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
64	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
65	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
66	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
67	Primitive	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	5	🐾
Dump Station	S&P	Management	—	—	—	—
20	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
21	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
22	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
23	Water	Management	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
24	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
25	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
26	Water	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
27	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
28	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
29	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
30	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
31	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
32	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
33	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
34 (Host)	Water	Management	—	—	—	—
35	Water	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
36	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
37	Water	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
38	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
39	Water	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
40	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
41	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
42	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
43	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
44	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
45	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
46	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
47	Water	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	5	🐾
Host 2	Water	Management	—	—	—	—

Getting there

From Lake City, Florida, head east on US Hwy 90 for approximately 14 miles. Turn left (north) on CR 250/FR 266 and drive approximately 4 miles. Turn left onto FR 268 (campground entrance road). Follow FR 268 for approximately 1.1 miles until you reach the entrance to the campground.

30.23937, -82.43602 · 30°14'21.7"N 82°26'9.7"W

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Typical weather

Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 63°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	63	67	73	79	85	88	90	89	86	79	71	66
Low °F	41	44	49	55	62	68	70	70	67	59	49	44
Precip in	4.3	3.2	4.3	3.5	3.5	7.5	7.2	7.3	5.9	2.5	1.9	2.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Cash is not accepted here. Payments for ADVANCE RESERVATION campsites must be made at the Rec.gov webpage. Payments for First-Come, First-Served SCAN & PAY campsites must be made through the Recreation.gov app.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Ocean Pond Campground

Can you reserve a site at Ocean Pond Campground?: Yes, Ocean Pond Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Ocean Pond Campground have?: 70 sites in total, of which 65 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Ocean Pond Campground?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Ocean Pond Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Ocean Pond Campground.
Does Ocean Pond Campground have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Ocean Pond Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Ocean Pond Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Ocean Pond Campground

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East Tower Hunt Camp 11.7 mi · Campground
Timucuan Preserve Visitor Center at Fort Caroline 56.9 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Ocean Pond Campground