Clearwater Lake

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $36 per night. Clearwater Lake is a National Forest campground near Paisley, Florida.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Paisley, Florida

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by: National Forest
Reservations: None, first-come
Fee: Single Site: $36 per night

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

What's there

✓ Toilets
✓ Potable water

On site: Toilets and potable water.

Access and cell service

Elevation: 61 ft

28.9789, -81.5536 in Lake. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Clearwater Lake?

No. Clearwater Lake is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Clearwater Lake?

Camping at Clearwater Lake costs Single Site: $36 per night.

Is there drinking water at Clearwater Lake?

Yes, Clearwater Lake has potable water. It also has toilets.

Who manages Clearwater Lake?

Clearwater Lake is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Clearwater Lake

Swimming nearby

swimholesmap.com · within 30 miles

Nearest to Clearwater Lake, in straight-line miles: Alexander Springs (swimming hole, 7.2 miles), Blue Spring (swimming hole, 13 miles), Rock Springs (swimming hole, 16 miles), De Leon Springs (swimming hole, 16 miles), and Juniper Springs (swimming hole, 17 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.