Lake Dorr Cabin

FS USDA Forest Service · Altoona, FL · Primitive

Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Style Primitive Potable Water Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites1
Overnight Sites1

Location

28.985, -81.6194444 · off McCall Road south Lake Dorr , Altoona , FL 32702

Description

Overview

Lake Dorr Cabin is set along the south shore of beautiful Lake Dorr, ideal for a family getaway. The cabin is open year-round and creates a great setting for plenty of outdoor water fun. The rental includes a private boat ramp, canoes and a fishing dock. It's located just over an hour from popular amusement parks and other exciting attractions in Orlando.

The cabin entrance and bathroom is accessible. A flat section on the property fits two tents if guests wish to camp outside.

Recreation

Boating, skiing, jet skiing, fishing and swimming are among the most popular activities for guests. The abundance of largemouth bass, crappie and pan fish entice anglers.

A private boat ramp, fishing dock, picnic table, grill and three canoes with life vests are provided.

Facilities

Lake Dorr Cabin is a modern, newly restored facility with polished hardwood floors and large windows that overlook the lake. The cabin sleeps 10 guests, with a queen bed in one bedroom, two sets of bunk beds in the other bedroom and two sleeper sofas in the living room. Electricity and drinking water are available, along with a flush toilet and hot shower. Modern amenities in the kitchen include a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and electric stove. (The pictured fireplace is non-functional)



Guests should bring food, bedding, dish soap, sunscreen, towels and all other basic camping supplies and lake gear. Click here for more cabin details.

Natural Features

The cabin rests on the south shores of the lake, with shady Palmetto palms and other tropical vegetation. Views of Lake Dorr, which spans 1,760 acres, are impressive from the cabin grounds.

Ocala National Forest boasts more than 600 lakes, rivers and springs, including three first-magnitude springs.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (352) 669-3522.

Nearby Attractions

Altoona lies directly south of Lake Dorr, with gas stations and conveniece stores. Umatilla is a little farther south, offering grocery stores and pharmacies.

The cabin is about 50 miles from Daytona Beach to the east and the city of Orlando to the south. Both trips take just over an hour and offer many opportunities for entertainment.

Directions

Lake Dorr Cabin is at the southern end of Lake Dorr. Follow SR 19 north from Altoona. Turn left on East Altoona Road onto McCall (CR 8378) to reach the cabin. Total trip takes less than 10 minutes.

Activities

BIKING BOATING CAMPING CANOEING FISHING HIKING SWIMMING SITE

Details

FeeThe deposit is for security and shall be refunded within 60 days of the Check-out Date, provided the following has not occurred: Damage caused to the property or furnishings Removal of furnishings or non-consumable items Violation of any rules for site and forest Dirt or mess requiring excessive cleaning, or Any other cost incurred by the Business due to Guest’s stay.
Phone352-669-3522
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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