Ocean Pond Campground
Situated in Baker County, Florida, this campground includes 64 campsites and is open 24 hours/day. 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!
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 23 |
| RV, no hookups | 22 |
| Standard, no hookups | 20 |
| Host/management | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
65 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 2 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 3 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 4 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 5 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 6 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 7 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 8 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 9 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
| 10 | Electric | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 5 / 5 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
24 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Cash is not accepted here. Payments for First-Come, First-Served SCAN & PAY campsites must be made through the Recreation.gov app. |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | National Forests in Florida |
| Booking | First come, first served. |
| Fees | Camping: $12 for primitive sites; $20 for water sites; $30 for sites with electric RV dump station: Free for campers; $5 for visitors Showers: $2 for hikers on the trail |
| Rules | No OHV access or use at the campground. Pets are welcome but are not allowed in the beach area. The beach at Ocean Pond is for campers only. If you are not camping and would like to swim picnic, or launch your watercraft, please visit Olustee Beach. |
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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.
| Coordinates | 30.2394° N, 82.4360° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21 mi |
| RV sales & service | FB Trailers ↗ | 39.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | J. Wayne Reitz Union ↗ | 41.3 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Ocean Pond Campground, Osceola National Forest, Sanderson, Florida
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miThe Trampled Track ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking
- 2.1 miFanny Bay0.5 mi trail · hiking
- 3.2 miOlustee Battlefield Connector0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.3 miOlustee Battlefield Tr1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.4 miFnst - Osceola Section ↗20.9 mi trail · hiking, horse · national_scenic_or_historic
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Big Gum Swamp Wilderness begins about 4.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.7 miBig Gum Swamp Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 13,835 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Olustee BattlefieldSite · Olustee · 3.3 mi
- T. G. Henderson HouseBuilding · Lake City · 12.5 mi
- Hotel BlancheBuilding · Lake City · 12.5 mi
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.
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. 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.
Nearby
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ocean Pond Campground?
Sites at Ocean Pond Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. First come, first served. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ocean Pond Campground?
Cash is not accepted here. Payments for First-Come, First-Served SCAN & PAY campsites must be made through the Recreation.gov app.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ocean Pond Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Ocean Pond Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Ocean Pond Campground have?
70 sites, including 23 RV sites with electric, 22 RV sites without hookups, and 20 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ocean Pond Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Ocean Pond Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Ocean Pond Campground?
Electric and Water Section bath houses include flush toilets and hot showers (available to campers from any campground section).
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ocean Pond Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ocean Pond Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ocean Pond Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No OHV access or use at the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Ocean Pond Campground?
Boating is very popular on Ocean Pond, and multiple campsites provide lakeside access for swimming, boating, and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Ocean Pond Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Cobb Hunt Camp (1.6 mi, first-come), Group Landing (2 mi), and The Landing Group Site (2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby