MILL DAM GROUP CAMP
Federal / Recreation.gov
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Overview 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. Recreation 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. Campers can bring their boats, canoes and kayaks for easy access to the water via an adjacent boat ramp. A large swimming beach and picnic area are great ways t
Location
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29.18111, -81.83111
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Trip-ready check
Live · National Weather Service · updated 9:08 AMWhat to check the night before you leave — forecast, alerts, and daylight for Silver Springs Shores East, FL.
Today
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
69% rain · wind 3 mph
Tonight
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Partly Cloudy
67% rain · wind 2 mph
Friday
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52% rain · wind 0 to 3 mph
Friday Night
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
70% rain · wind 2 mph
Saturday
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
73% rain · wind 2 mph
Saturday Night
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Mostly Cloudy
73% rain · wind 1 mph
Forecast: weather.gov point forecast. Conditions change — re-check the morning you leave.
Everything you need to know
- Drive time (set your own plan)
- Not estimated for this listing — map it from your home
- Access
- See details
- Hike-in
- Confirm on site / map
- Pass required
- Check site (America the Beautiful often covers day-use; camping fees separate)
- Parking
- See facility details
- Camping fee
- See Recreation.gov
- Max stay
- Check local rules
- Reservation
- Required · Recreation.govWindow: Typically 6 months rolling (check site)
Schedule this trip
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Sample 2-night immersion plan
A starting template — not a booked itinerary. Adjust once you lock dates on Recreation.gov or with a host.
Day 0 — Departure
- Leave with buffer for the ~drive + grocery / ice stop
- Arrive, set up camp, short walk to orient
- Simple dinner + early night if traveling after work
Day 1 — Main immersion
- Longer hike or creek time in the afternoon
- Campfire, quiet evening
Day 2 — Morning + departure
- Slow morning, coffee, short walk
- Pack out (Leave No Trace)
- Optional stop on the way home
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