USDA Forest Service · Florida

Doe Lake Group Site

USDA Forest Service · Florida, United States

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Sites
1
Hookups
1 electric, 1 with water
Season
Year-round
Group sites
Yes
Drinking water
Yes
Restrooms
Yes
Elevation
92 ft
Dark sky
Bortle class 4
Cell coverage
Verizon weak · AT&T good · T-Mobile none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
Access road
DOE LAKE GROUP CAMP (NFSR 14-0.9) · improved native material · suitable for passenger cars
Lake
National Forests in Florida
Nearest town
Silver Springs
Address
Ocala National Forest 17147 E HWY 40, Silver Springs, FL, 34488
Phone
352-625-2520
Activities
Camping, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Viewing

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About

Overview

Doe Lake is a group campsite with a variety of activities. Centered around a historic lodge with a large group kitchen, it's an ideal place for major outdoor gatherings of up to 250 people. The site is a favorite among equestrian groups, but can also accommodate weddings and other social events.

Please read before making reservations Doe Lake Rules and Regulations Agreement

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

Recreation

Equestrian camping, canoeing, boating and fishing are some of the popular activities around Doe Lake, and can be enjoyed exclusively by visitors with a group reservation.

Campers can launch a canoe or low-powered boat and drop a line in the middle of Doe Lake for an afternoon of fishing.

Facilities

This site is centered around a classic 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps dining hall that has been historically restored.

Tent camping is most common at this facility. RVs and horse trailers are allowed, but limited to specific areas that do not offer hookups. Restrooms with flush toilets and showers are provided, as are hitching posts for horses.

Natural Features

Located in north central Florida, 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 camping area sits beneath a shady grove of oaks and pines overlooking Doe Lake, and the dining hall sits atop a grassy hill with a view of the water.

Nearby Attractions

The Ocala National Forest is notable for its extensive off-road trail system catering to both ATV enthusiasts and Jeeps, as well as being a traditional destination for deer hunters. These opportunities are available in designated areas throughout the forest.

Weather, month by month

MonthTypical highTypical lowColdest nightHottest dayYears with a night below 32°F
January67°45°29°81°1 of 11
February76°57°41°85°0 of 11
March78°59°39°88°0 of 11
April82°62°49°93°0 of 11
May87°70°61°95°0 of 11
June89°74°69°97°0 of 11
July90°76°73°97°0 of 11
August89°76°71°98°0 of 11
September87°75°65°94°0 of 11
October82°67°48°89°0 of 10
November76°60°41°84°0 of 10
December72°56°37°82°0 of 10

Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.

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