No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Lake Shore Group Camp continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 106 open for online reservation · 74 reserved · 3 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 83 fall on weekdays and 23 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027January holds the most room. 21 of 31 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 1 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 1 | 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: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: 1 site is available for the complete two-night stay. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 106 |
This site currently has 106 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable night is Nov 5; the first open weekend starts Jan 1, 2027. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
Multi-night stays. 21 2-night, 20 3-night, 3 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 8 at site 001.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Not recorded | None | 106 | 11 nights | Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 24, Nov 25, Nov 29 +94 more |
About Lake Shore Group Camp
Overview
Lake Shore Group Campground sits on the north shore of Fore Lake in Ocala National Forest. It is a favorite for scout, church and civic groups, as well as large families and reunions.
14 day stay limit in a 30 day period in ALL Ocala National Forest Campgrounds
Recreation
Fore Lake is an excellent spot for birding. Visitors can also picnic and fish along the shore. Campers who wish to venture out into the water can launch their electric-motor boats, canoes and kayaks from the facility's boat ramp.
Swimming is allowed, but campers should be aware that there are alligators in this lake.
Facilities
Lake Shore Group Camp is for tent camping, however RVs are allowed in the small parking area. The site can accommodate up to 50 guests and there are campsites in the shade and in the sun, all within sight of the lake. The centerpiece of the facility is the large accessible picnic shelter, perfect for group gatherings. A group grill, picnic tables and a restroom with showers and flush toilets are available.
The lake is situated in the historic community of Scrambletown, which has a store.
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.
Lined by marshes, the 12-acre Fore Lake is home to many species of birds. The surrounding landscape is forested with saw palmetto and oak trees.
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 within a short drive.
Getting there
From I-75, west of Ocala, take exit 352 onto State Route 40 east. Continue for 10 miles to County Road 314. Turn left on 314 and go 6 miles. Turn left onto 147th Avenue Road and look for the Lake Shore sign and entrance on left.
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Lake Shore Group Camp?
Reservations for Lake Shore Group Camp are made through Recreation.gov. 106 of 183 tracked site-nights are currently open (57.9%). 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 19:20 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.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Lake Shore Group Camp?
20 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 8 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Lake Shore Group Camp?
January 2027, with 21 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.
When is the next open date at Lake Shore Group Camp?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Thu, Nov 5 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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