O'Leno State Park Loop Dog1

Star4.07
176 reviews
410 S.E. O'Leno Park Road, High Springs, FL 32643, USA

Quick Facts

Price

$2 - $18/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

60 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

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February 2026

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February 2026
O'Leno State Park Loop Dog1
$2.00 - $18.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Family campsites: $18 per night per site (up to eight people, maximum two tents and two vehicles per site). Youth/adult primitive group camping: $2...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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800-326-3521, TDD 888-433-0287, Park ranger station 386-454-1853
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What Campers Say

4.07

Satisfactory

Based on 176 reviews

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"Visitors praise the park's scenic river setting, shaded trails, suspension bridge and well-located developed campsites; reviewers commonly call the hiking outstanding and note good facilities. Common negatives are narrow, sometimes rutted campground roads that challenge larger rigs, seasonal insect issues, and rustic/older campground infrastructure in places."

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Campground Map

410 S.E. O'Leno Park Road, High Springs, FL 32643, USA
No map location available
Accessible via local roads near the I-75 corridor (park is in north-central Florida near High Springs).

Best Time to Camp at O'Leno State Park Loop Dog1

Plan your visit between late fall and early spring to experience O'Leno at its finest—cooler temperatures, fewer bugs, and ideal conditions for hiking and exploring the river. Summer brings the expected Florida heat and humidity along with more active insect populations, though the shade provides welcome relief. River levels fluctuate seasonally, so check current conditions if swimming is on your agenda.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5

Florida summers can be hot and stormy; no summer-specific notes provided.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Shaded trails and pleasant woods make fall a good season for hiking and visits.

Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Spring is likely excellent for hiking and river scenery; visitors highlight trails.

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Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5

Mild Florida winters typically make inland parks attractive in winter months.

Planning Tips

    About O'Leno State Park Loop Dog1

    Loop DOG1 at O'Leno State Park provides comfortable family camping with electric and water hookups, picnic tables, in-ground grills, and nearby bathhouse access. The park also features primitive group sites, secluded backpack camping at Sweetwater Lake, and spacious group cabins for those wanting to bring larger groups into this riverside retreat.
    Mix of developed family campsites with utilities, primitive backpack and group camping areas, and group cabins for large parties.
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    Stay Limit
    • Occupancy limit: up to eight people per family campsite
    • maximum two tents and two vehicles per family site.

    Amenities available

    Showers
    Potable water
    Electricity hookups
    Flush toilets
    Dump station
    Fire rings

    Activities you can enjoy

    Riverfront park with multi-use trails and river access; offers hiking, biking, fishing, seasonal swimming and paddling opportunities, plus wildlife and bird viewing.
    HikingMultiple trails including the River Trail to the Santa Fe River sink; the park contains roughly 11+ miles of trails with additional connections to River Rise Preserve.
    FishingFishing is available on the Santa Fe River; reviewers note river fishing opportunities near day-use and river-access areas.
    SwimmingA designated, seasonal swimming area on the Santa Fe River is available when water conditions allow.
    Biking
    Boating
    Wildlife viewing
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsSeasonal insect issues (ticks, chiggers and mosquitoes) are commonly reported. Roadways and some campsites can be narrow or rutted, making maneuvering large RVs difficult; sites and trails may flood or be muddy after heavy rain. Sweetwater backpack sites require hikers to pack in water and supplies (no electricity).

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    Reviews

    4.1
    176 reviews
    Satisfactory
    Satisfactory
    O'Leno State Park Loop Dog1 is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Visitors praise the park's scenic river setting, shaded trails, suspension bridge and well-located developed campsites; reviewers commonly call the hiking outstanding and note good facilities. Common negatives are narrow, sometimes rutted campground roads that challenge larger rigs, seasonal insect issues, and rustic/older campground infrastructure in places.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 176 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Scenic river trails and the river sink; suspension footbridge and historic features; shady, wooded campsites; centrally located bathhouses with showers; dog-friendly (leashed).
    Based on 176 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Bring strong insect protection and check for ticks; choose outer-loop sites for more privacy and shade if available; smaller rigs, pop-ups and tents fit Dogwood better—reserve Magnolia loop for...
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    Based on 176 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "Beautiful trails and the suspension bridge are a highlight." "Not big rig friendly—Dogwood is better for tents and pop-ups."
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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