Doe Lake Group Site
National Forests in Florida — lakeside, fishing
Location: Silver Springs, FL, FL
Price: From $350 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (9 reviews)
Season: May through October
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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Doe Lake is a scenic group campsite centered around a historic lodge with a large group kitchen, ideal for major outdoor gatherings up to 250 people. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a beautiful, well-maintained facility with excellent bathroom facilities, showers, and amenities suitable for camping, weddings, and events.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Eastern Coralsnake, Eastern Hognose Snake, White-tailed Deer, Great Blue Heron, Florida Scrub-Jay present within 8km
Insider tips for Doe Lake Group Site: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV — no hookups available at most sites Reserve the historic lodge with group kitchen for events and gatherings
Skip Doe Lake Group Site if: You need RV hookups (electric, water, sewer) — none available. You want to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You're visiting alone or in a small group — designed as a group site for up to 250 people.
Best time to visit Doe Lake Group Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Big Scrub Campground (UMATILLA, FL), Big Bass Campground (Fl) (Umatilla, FL), Mill Dam Group Camp (SILVER SPRINGS, FL), Buck Lake Group Campground (Umatilla, FL).
Cell Phone Coverage at Doe Lake Group Site
Cell signal at Doe Lake Group Site (Silver Springs, FL): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring a self-contained RV
no hookups available at most sites
Reserve the historic lodge with group kitchen for events and gatherings
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Doe Lake Recreation Area is between Moss Bluff and Umatilla, Florida. From I-75, west of Ocala, Florida, take the exit for State Route 40 east. Continue 11 miles to Forest Corners, then turn right on County Road 314-A. After about 9 miles, pass through a blinking light at Moss Bluff. Take the next major right at an old country store. Drive for 3.6 miles, passing entrances for Sunnyhill Restoration Area on the left, and turn left on Forest Road 14, also known as Cross Road or Big Scrub Road. Cont
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — National Forests in Florida fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at National Forests in Florida before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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