Cabins

The historic Group Camp facilities consists of 16 cabins, dining hall with kitchen, recreation hall and two centrally located bathhouses. 

Individual cabins are available for rent September 1 - May 1. May through August, all 16 cabins must be rented as a group.The group camp can be reserved up to 1 year in advance.

Cabins are not heated and do not have air conditioning. Campers, RVs and tents are not allowed in conjunction with cabin rentals within the Group Camp. Camping must be done in the nearby Youth or Family campgrounds within the park.

Reservations: Contact the park at (386) 454-1853 for reservations or information.

Cabin Fees: Individual cabin costs range from $25.00 to $150.00 per night, (plus tax). The cost is $300.00 per night (plus tax) and includes use of the dining hall and recreation hall.

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Camping, Full Facility

O'Leno has two camping loops (Magnolia and Dogwood) with 61 campsites, each with water, electric, in-ground grill, picnic table and a centrally located restroom in each camping area. A dump station and dumpsters are located off the Park Drive across from the Law Enforcement Office. Leashed, well behaved and attended pets are allowed within the two campground loops but not in the swimming Area, river, youth camps or buildings.

NOTE:  Please be advised that the campground loops at O’Leno State Park are compact in nature. As a result, larger recreational vehicles may have to engage in extensive maneuvering when arriving at the park’s back-in campsites.

ADA accessible bathroom facilities are located in the Magnolia and Dogwood loops. There is no maintained pathway to the bathroom facility located in the Dogwood loop. Assistance may be necessary. If special accommodations are needed, please call the park at (386) 454-1853.

Maximum RV length = 50 ft.   Maximum of 2 vehicles and 2 tents per site.

Reservations: Reservations may be made up to 11 months in advance through ReserveAmerica. Book Online or call (800) 326-3521 (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) or TDD (888) 433-0287.

Participation Requirements

Camping, Primitive

Primitive campsites at the Sweetwater Lake Camping Area include fire circle and privy. You must hike approximately 6.5 miles to the site and pack in all supplies, including water. This requires the camper to arrive at the park three hours before sunset (not sundown) to reach the site before dark. The campground accommodates up to 10 people and is available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Equestrian Camping at River Rise State Park:The primitive River Rise equestrian camp contains a 20-stall barn, a restroom with showers and a pavilion along with 35 miles of equestrian trails. Leashed pets are allowed inside the camping area, but not on the trails. Accommodations are made at the ranger station the day of arrival.
 

Please call the O’Leno Ranger Station for inquiries to all primitive camping sites at 386-454-1853 for availability, but rentals need to be made in person at the O’Leno Ranger Station on the first day of usage.

Participation Requirements

Camping, Youth

Two youth camps provide a small picnic shelter, ground grill, cold showers and restroom. One camp accommodates up to 25 people, another up to 50. Adult supervision is required. This camping area has no electricity. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance by calling the park at (386) 454-1853.

Participation Requirements

Canoe/Kayak Launch

A canoe launch is available for canoeists and kayakers.

Canoeing & Kayaking

Explore the river by canoe and observe the area's scenic beauty and wildlife. Due to the location of the swimming area and River Sink, canoeists and kayakers must paddle up river and then return. Canoe rentals are available at the park ranger station for $3.00 per hour per canoe or $15.00 per day per canoe. Call the park staff before a trip to the park to ask about water levels on the Santa Fe River. If the water levels are too high (flooding) or too low (exposed rocks) then canoeing will not available.

Participation Requirements

Fishing

The Santa Fe River is an unpredictable fishing spot. Sometimes the fish bite, sometimes they don't. A Florida freshwater fishing license may be required. 

Geo-Seeking

The Florida State Parks Civilian Conservation Corps Geotrail is now at www.Geocaching.com. Nine parks were built by the CCC and Works Progress Administration in the 1930s. Search for all nine caches and end at the CCC Museum at Highlands Hammock State Park and receive a commemorative geocoin. GC codes: GC38Y93 Fort Clinch State Park
GC3BG4G Florida Caverns State Park
GC3D02X Highlands Hammock State Park
GC3BG4A Hillsborough River State Park
GC3ABB5 Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
GC3BG4N Myakka River State Park
GC3ABBC O'Leno State Park
GC38Y8V Ravine Gardens State Park
GC3BG4E Torreya State Park
GC38Y9F Florida State Parks FINAL CCC Cache - located in Highlands Hammock State Park.

Hiking/Nature Trail

O'Leno has two scenic walking trails, the River Trail and the Limestone Trail. The River Trail takes you along the river to the " river sink" where the river disappears underground. Alligators and turtles are sometimes seen. The Limestone Trail passes through a hardwood hammock, past a limestone outcrop and then by a pine forest. There are an additional 13 miles of hiking and biking trails available. These trails are well maintained and marked.

Participation Requirements

Horse/Equestrian Trail

Horse trails are available.

Interpretive Exhibit

Interpretive exhibits are available

Pets

Well-behaved dogs are welcome at O'Leno State Park. They must be kept on a 6-foot leash at all times and can not be left unattended for more than a half-hour. Dogs are not permitted in our Primitive campgrounds (including group camping), cabins or buildings.

Picnicking

Enjoy the parks picnic area with covered shelters that are available on a first come first serve basis overlooking the Santa Fe River.

Playground

Playground areas for children are located in the picnic area for park visitors and Magnolia camping Area for registered campers only.

Swimming

A refreshing swim in the designated swimming area is a good way to enjoy the Santa Fe River. Keep in mind there is NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY - SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. Call the park before your trip to ask about water levels in the Santa Fe River.

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing is possible at this park.

Participation Requirements