Mill Dam Group Camp

$100.00/night

19657 EAST HIGHWAY 40
SILVER SPRINGS, FL 34488

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 to keep the kids entertained.

Facilities

In the spring, summer and early fall, Mill Dam is a day-use area only. For the remainder of the year, it becomes a group campground and recreation area for both day-use and tent camping.

Amenities include a picnic shelter, group grills, picnic tables and flush toilets. The parking lot can hold up to 70 vehicles.

A boat ramp adjoins the recreation area, on a separate entrance.

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 campground and recreation area sit in the shade of live oak trees overlooking Mill Dam Lake. Numerous animals make their home in the area, including alligators, turtles, deer, raccoons, black bear and many bird species.

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.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (352) 625-3147 for general information.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation.

https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies

Refunds are not given for inclement weather for camping, gear rentals, or day-use fees.

Camp site features

Across 1 camp site:

Group sites: all 1 sites
Largest party: 150 people

Directions

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.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

18 reviews

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Delon W

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Reviewed 11 days ago

We look foward to next year

Kymberly I

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Reviewed 6 months ago

Despite the cold, we had an amazing time. Thanks to Kayla!!! We just love Mill Dam and it never disappoints.

Marcia H

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Reviewed 8 months ago

This is a beautiful park with lots of level, paved parking spots for large gatherings. There are no electrical hookups for power or any showers but there are bathrooms and potable water. In warm weather you can cool off in the lake. There are plenty of picnic tables under the beautiful live oak trees along with a covered pavillion. The camp hosts this season have been awesome!

Kymberly I

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Reviewed 8 months ago

Another great meetup being held at Mill Dam. Our large group of 80 women had an awesome time. No complaints, just phrase. I'd like to thank our camp host, Kayla. She goes beyond her duties to make sure all of us are comfortable and happy. I loved how she would walk around and check on us to make sure we were all having a good time. The park is so well maintained and it's the reason why I keep booking my meetups here at Mill Dam!

Kymberly I

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Reviewed 8 months ago

We had an awesome meetup!!! I host 6 all women meetups a year and I keep coming back because the staff is amazing. Our camp host is always there when we need here and she is a huge help to us. The bathrooms are always clean and the trash is always cleared and picked up. We have no complaints and everyone loves how beautiful the park is maintained.

Kymberly I

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Reviewed 3 years ago

My group had an excellent time. There were 70 of us women, and we were all parked in our Vans, RVs, Trucks, and SUVs in the parking lot. We loved the entire park area. We utilized the beach for a beach party. We paddle boarded, and kayaked. We had campfires every night. The restrooms were clean. The entire park was clean. We were all impressed by the camp host and how helpful she was. The GM stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed. We/I couldn't have asked for a better experience. We're booking again!!!

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Reserve

Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in November, when about 10% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 4 years of reservations.