Openings · last 7 days
18
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 18 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234033
When Clearwater Lake Rec Area reopens
Clearwater Lake Rec Area's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
61
Openings · last 90 days
79
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dFriday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected. 24 of 79 openings detected in the last 90 days occurred on a Friday (30.4%), with Tuesday (17) and Sunday (10) next in line.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 00:00 and 13:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 35 of 79 detected openings (44.3%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Eastern Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 4 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 1–22 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 12 | 15.2% |
| 22 | 11 | 13.9% |
| 19 | 11 | 13.9% |
| 36 | 7 | 8.9% |
| 13 | 7 | 8.9% |
Site 10 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 12. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 38 monitored sites
Of the 6,954 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 6,428 open for online reservation · 526 reserved.
Where the open windows are
7.6% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 6,428 of 6,954 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online7.6%
Open site-nights6,428 / 6,954
Reserved (of online inventory)526 / 6,954
Weekday openings2,577
Weekend openings1,753
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 2,577 fall on weekdays and 1,753 on weekends (Fri–Sun). The split covers the 4,330 open site-nights on mapped sites; 6,428 site-nights are open across all monitored inventory.
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027March holds the most room. 1,152 of 1,178 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 26 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 10 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 7 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 7 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 22 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 22 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 18 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 18 | Open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: 6 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 22 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 18 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 29 | 183 |
| 32 | 183 |
| 39 | 179 |
| 5 | 179 |
| 1 | 178 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Nov 2
Next open weekendFri · Nov 6
The next bookable night is Nov 2; the first open weekend starts Nov 6. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
4,330 open site-nights across 26 sites at Clearwater Lake Rec Area, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 138 2-night, 127 3-night, 94 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 2 at site 29.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 40 ft. 8 sites take 25 ft, 8 sites take 35 ft, 8 sites take 40 ft. 6 sites of 26 have no recorded maximum and are not counted.
All 26 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Not recorded | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 32 | 20 ft | None | 183 | 183 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +171 more |
| 39 | 20 ft | None | 179 | 156 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +167 more |
| 5 | 20 ft | None | 179 | 110 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +167 more |
| 1 | 20 ft | None | 178 | 112 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14 +166 more |
| 24 | 40 ft | None | 178 | 156 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +166 more |
| 8 | 20 ft | None | 178 | 93 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +166 more |
| 37 | 20 ft | None | 176 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +164 more |
| 41 | 40 ft | None | 175 | 149 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +163 more |
| 11 | 20 ft | None | 173 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +161 more |
| 40 | 40 ft | None | 173 | 89 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +161 more |
| 38 | 20 ft | None | 171 | 106 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +159 more |
| 27 | 40 ft | None | 169 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +157 more |
| 42 | 40 ft | None | 169 | 154 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 16 +157 more |
| 28 | Not recorded | None | 167 | 127 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 16, Nov 17 +155 more |
| 10 | 20 ft | None | 165 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +153 more |
| 14 | Not recorded | None | 165 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 18 +153 more |
| 35 | 20 ft | None | 164 | 106 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13, Nov 14, Nov 15 +152 more |
| 16 | Not recorded | None | 160 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +148 more |
| 26 | 40 ft | None | 159 | 110 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +147 more |
| 13 | 40 ft | None | 157 | 58 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +145 more |
| 36 | 20 ft | None | 154 | 72 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 29 +142 more |
| 12 | 40 ft | None | 152 | 78 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 6, Nov 7, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 13 +140 more |
| 19 | Not recorded | None | 148 | 33 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +136 more |
| 22 | 20 ft | None | 139 | 44 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 24 +127 more |
| 15 | Not recorded | None | 136 | 67 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 24, Nov 25 +124 more |
About Clearwater Lake Rec Area
Overview
Clearwater Lake Recreation Area offers a quiet getaway along the southeastern edge of the Ocala National Forest, just outside the community of Paisley, Florida. With a shaded campground, day use picnic area, beach and a nature trail that winds through the pine woods and scrub around Clearwater Lake, this facility has plenty of activities to keep campers occupied.
The Ocala National Forest, in north central Florida, 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.
Recreation
The abundant water in the area offers many opportunities for recreation. In addition to swimming in the lake, a 7-mile canoe trail meanders not far from Clearwater Lake. Canoe rentals are available at the campground. Campers can fish for largemouth bass, brim or catfish. Hikers have access to the Clearwater Lake Loop Trail, a 1.3-mile nature trail; a segment of the 1,400-mile Florida National Scenic Trail; and mountain bikers can ride the Paisley Woods Bicycle Trail, a 22-mile forested path. This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. It is also alligator country; practice caution around water.
Facilities
The campground area is nicely shaded, its breezy lakefront sites border Clearwater Lake. Sites accommodate motor homes, trailers and tents, and flush toilets and showers are available. A dish washing station is also available in both loops. Campsites have level parking pads and space for tents. No hookups are available.
The small town of Paisley is a mile away, with camping supplies, a post office and a library with Internet access.
Natural Features
The semi-tropical region gives the campground a mixture of pines and palms, with lush greenery and warm temperatures. With ample habitat, alligators, turtles, deer, raccoons, black bear and numerous birds make their home here.
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 from around Central Florida. These opportunities are available within a short drive of Clearwater Lake.
38 monitored sitesRVs up to 40 ftNo hookups26 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKMax party 5
Getting there
From the intersection of Florida Highways 19 and 42, go east on Highway 42 toward Paisley. Drive approximately 6 miles and turn left at the entrance to Clearwater Lake Recreation Area.
24511 Cr 42, Paisley, FL 32767352-669-0078
BikingBoatingCampingCanoeingFishingHikingInterpretive ProgramsKayakingMountain BikingSwimming SiteVisitor Center
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-234033 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
Reservations for Clearwater Lake Rec Area are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 6,428 of 6,954 tracked site-nights are open (92.4%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 79 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 16:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
Campsite Sniper detected 18 site-date openings at Clearwater Lake Rec Area in the last 7 days, 61 over 30 days and 79 over the last 90.
Which day of the week had the most detected openings at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
Friday accounted for the largest share of the openings Campsite Sniper detected in the last 90 days: 24 of 79 (30.4%). Days reflect when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, not when the change occurred upstream.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
127 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 2 at site 29. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Clearwater Lake Rec Area fit a 35-foot RV?
8 of the 26 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft. 20 of those 26 sites have a recorded maximum length and 6 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Which month has the most availability at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
March 2027, with 1,152 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 1,178.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 4 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 1-22 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Clearwater Lake Rec Area?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Nov 2 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Nov 6. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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