Mill Dam Group Camp
National Forests in Florida — lakeside, hiking
Location: SILVER SPRINGS, FL, FL
Price: From $100 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (17 reviews)
Season: May through October
Mill Dam Group Campground offers a fun and relaxing setting for groups of up to 150 to enjoy Ocala National Forest. Large picnic shelters and access to outdoor and water recreation make this area ideal for family reunions and other large parties.The campground sits along the 168-acre Mill Dam Lake, and water activities are popular among campers and day-use visitors. Anglers come from all over to enjoy bass fishing.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Boat Launch
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Mill Dam Group Camp is ideal for large groups (up to 150 people) seeking a relaxing setting along 168-acre Mill Dam Lake with access to water recreation, fishing, hiking, and swimming in Ocala National Forest. Google reviewers (4.6/5 from 120 reviews) consistently praise the beautiful location and knowledgeable camp host.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, American Alligator, Florida Scrub-Jay, Wild Turkey, and Striped Swampsnake are documented in the area. Exercise caution with food storage and water's edge.
Insider tips for Mill Dam Group Camp: Bring a container for potable water (available on-site but not at individual sites) Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand for group events Ask about changing rooms with floor drains if showers are important to your group
Skip Mill Dam Group Camp if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require overnight power—no electrical hookups at most sites. You plan to visit November through April—campground is closed seasonally.
Best time to visit Mill Dam Group Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Lake Eaton Campground (Silver Springs, FL), Juniper Springs Rec Area (SILVER SPRINGS, FL), Fore Lake Campground (Silver Springs, FL), Doe Lake Group Site (Silver Springs, FL).
Cell Phone Coverage at Mill Dam Group Camp
Cell signal at Mill Dam Group Camp (SILVER SPRINGS, FL): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
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.
Mill Dam Group Campground offers a fun and relaxing setting for groups of up to 150 to enjoy Ocala National Forest. Large picnic shelters and access to outdoor and water recreation make this area ideal for family reunions and other large parties.The campground sits along the 168-acre Mill Dam Lake, and water activities are popular among campers and day-use visitors. Anglers come from all over to enjoy bass fishing.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBring a container for potable water (available on-site but not at individual sites)
Book early
this is a federal campground with high demand for group events
Ask about changing rooms with floor drains if showers are important to your group
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Mill Dam is located just off of Highway 40, approximately 15 miles east of Silver Springs, Florida, and 50 miles west of Ormond Beach. From 40, look for the Mill Dam/Half Moon signs about a quarter-mile from the recreational area turnoffs.
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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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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