RIVER FOREST GROUP SITE

campground · FL

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Key facts

Name: RIVER FOREST GROUP SITE Type: campground Location: FL Coordinates: 29.0128694, -81.3907611 Facilities (from source description): All new facilities are the highlight of the River Forest Group Site. Phone: 352-625-2520 Website: Not listed Email: Not listed Reservable on Recreation.gov: Yes Managed by: USDA Forest Service Recreation area: National Forests in Florida

Where is it?

State on record: FL (no town listed in the source). Coordinates: 29.0128694, -81.3907611. Part of: National Forests in Florida (USDA Forest Service). Directions from the source: From Deland, Florida, drive west on State Route 44 to the first intersection after crossing the St. Johns River. Turn right on County Road 42, and the entrance to the campground is on the right.

What facilities are there?

All new facilities are the highlight of the River Forest Group Site.

Good for — in the source's words

Overview River Forest is a shaded group camping facility on the shores of the St.

The camping area is flat for tents with some shade provided by trees.

About — from the official source

Overview River Forest is a shaded group camping facility on the shores of the St. Johns River in Ocala National Forest. Located just across the river from Deland, the site is popular for groups, family reunions and weddings and can accommodate up to 125 guests. 14 day stay limit in a 30 day period in ALL Ocala National Forest Campgrounds Recreation This site is a great setting for groups to relax, picnic and enjoy the shade on a warm day. A large field offers ample space for activities such as softball, volleyball and horseshoe tossing. Visitors wanting to venture out of the picnic area can go for a long walk through floodplain forests and pine flatwoods on the St. Francis Trail, or head to the river to canoe, kayak or fish for bass. Facilities All new facilities are the highlight of the River Forest Group Site. Facilities include a screened pavilion for food preparation and cooking with your own cook stoves. A new bathhouse has also been built on site. The camping area is flat for tents with some shade provided by trees. While RVs are welcome, there are no hookups and all vehicles must remain in the designated parking area. Grills and picnic tables are provided. 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. The campground is shaded with large live oaks with a flat, grassy patch of land that leads to the St. Johns River. Nearby Attractions The Ocala National Forest is notable for its extensive off-road trail system catering to off-road vehicle enthusiasts, as well as being a traditional destination for deer hunters from around Central Florida. Numerous lakes, rivers and natural springs surround the area and offer many water activities.

Fees

Not listed — check official source.

Reservations

This facility is listed as reservable on Recreation.gov.