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Florida · Recreation.gov

Doe Lake Group Site

29.0402° N / 81.8193° W · Data Nov 2 2026, checked hourly
Next open date Nov 5Next open weekend Jan 22, 20271 monitored site

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Opening record
No detected openings in the last 90 days

No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Doe Lake Group Site continuously and will alert you if that changes.

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01 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 1 monitored site

Of the 183 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 72 open for online reservation · 111 reserved.

Where the open windows are

60.7% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 72 of 183 remain open; here is where they are.

Load status

Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027
Not open online60.7%
Open site-nights72 / 183
Reserved (of online inventory)111 / 183
Weekday openings54
Weekend openings18

Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 54 fall on weekdays and 18 on weekends (Fri–Sun).

Open dates by month

Nov 2026 – May 2027
0102030407718164173NOVDECJANFEBMARAPRMAYSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

January holds the most room. 18 of 31 site-nights are still open there.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 1 site
WindowNightSites openStatus
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 260None open
FRI Nov 270None open
SAT Nov 280None open
ChristmasTHU Dec 240None open
FRI Dec 250None open
New YearTHU Dec 310None open
FRI Jan 10None open
Memorial DayFRI May 280None open
SAT May 290None open
SUN May 300None open
MON May 310None open

Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.

Availability

Most open site-nights · tracked window
SiteOpen site-nights
001  72

This site currently has 72 site-nights available.

Next windows

As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshot
Next open dateThu · Nov 5
Next open weekendFri · Jan 22, 2027

The next bookable night is Nov 5; the first open weekend starts Jan 22, 2027. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.

Stays and site detail

72 open site-nights across 1 site at Doe Lake Group Site, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.

Multi-night stays. 16 2-night, 11 3-night, 2 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 8 at site 001.

RV length. Longest recorded site here is 1,500 ft. 1 site takes 25 ft, 1 site takes 35 ft, 1 site takes 40 ft.

All 1 site with current availability
SiteMax RVHookupsOpen site-nightsLongest runDates
0011,500 ftYes7212 nightsNov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Dec 14, Dec 17, Dec 20, Dec 21, Dec 22 +60 more

About Doe Lake Group Site

Overview

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.

Please read before making reservations Doe Lake Rules and Regulations Agreement

For reservations or refund request please call (877) 444-6777

Recreation

Equestrian camping, canoeing, boating and fishing are some of the popular activities around Doe Lake, and can be enjoyed exclusively by visitors with a group reservation.

Campers can launch a canoe or low-powered boat and drop a line in the middle of Doe Lake for an afternoon of fishing.

Facilities

This site is centered around a classic 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps dining hall that has been historically restored.

Tent camping is most common at this facility. RVs and horse trailers are allowed, but limited to specific areas that do not offer hookups. Restrooms with flush toilets and showers are provided, as are hitching posts for horses.

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.

The camping area sits beneath a shady grove of oaks and pines overlooking Doe Lake, and the dining hall sits atop a grassy hill with a view of the water.

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 in designated areas throughout the forest.

1 monitored siteRVs up to 1500 ft1 with hookups1 shadedMax party 250

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. Continue nearly a mile and bear right, then turn right into the recreation area. Physical Address: Doe Lake Campground Umatilla, FL 32784

Ocala National Forest 17147 E Hwy 40, Silver Springs, FL 34488352-625-2520
CampingFishingHorseback RidingWildlife Viewing

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Doe Lake Group Site?

Reservations for Doe Lake Group Site are made through Recreation.gov. 72 of 183 tracked site-nights are currently open (39.3%). 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 18:20 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 Doe Lake Group Site?

11 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 sites at Doe Lake Group Site fit a 35-foot RV?

1 of the 1 site that support RV analysis has a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 1,500 ft.

Which month has the most availability at Doe Lake Group Site?

January 2027, with 18 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 31.

When is the next open date at Doe Lake Group Site?

As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Thu, Nov 5 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Jan 22, 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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