JAI Jungle of Permaculture
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- Wild camping on a Florida eco-farm 25 minutes’ drive from Ocala
- Juniper Springs half an hour’s drive; Carney Island beach 15 minutes
- Pitches in an oak forest; exercise and meditation classes available
Need to get away from modern-day pressures and have a proper back-to-nature camping experience? Perhaps you’d like to escape to JAI Jungle of Permaculture, a farm run on sustainable grounds 25 minutes’ drive from Ocala in North Central Florida. Here the pitches are scattered under a canopy of oak trees in five acres of a permaculture forest.
The list of facilities is short (this is wild camping after all). Drinking water is available, as well as a basic outdoor shower. While there are no electric hook-ups, you do have access to charging points for your devices and electric vehicles.
There are woodland trails to explore on foot – you might get lucky and catch sight of hawks, owls, woodpeckers and turtles as you walk – and after dark, you can see stars blazing almost every night. You can also take on-site exercise classes and guided meditations, let the kids jump around on the trampoline, swim in the small pool or simply enjoy the peace and quiet.
Should you need to venture out, local facilities include a grocery shop and small supermarket within 10 minutes’ walk, and Lake Weir beach bars less than 10 minutes’ drive away.
A couple of basic rules: please keep your dogs on a lead, always clean up after them – and take all your rubbish home with you. You’re welcome to spark up a campfire but please burn wood only; play music with respect for your fellow guests and be quiet after dark.
Site type
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10Open all year
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Dedicated quiet space Level site, no steep slopes Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Step-free or level accessLocation
JAI Jungle of Permaculture
10090 SE 110th Ave
Ocala
Florida
USA
34472
Directions Timezone
America/New_York Eastern Daylight Time (GMT-04:00)
GPS
29.07573°N
81.97143°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
After a wild swimming adventure? There are several swimming holes within an hour by car, including the natural pool surrounded by lush tropical forest at Juniper Springs (half an hour’s drive), while the crystal-clear waters of Silver Glen (40 minutes) are popular for paddleboarding and kayaking.
You can take small boats out onto Lake Kerr from Salt Springs (40 minutes), and spot turtles basking on the shoreline at Alexander Springs (45 minutes), which is shallow enough for kids to have a paddle and splash around. Lakeside beaches are found at Carney Island Park (15 minutes) and at the well-known beach bar Gator Joe’s (10 minutes), where there’s often live music too.
If you prefer to stay on dry land, there are golf and disc golf courses within 20 minutes’ drive, and you can access the Cross Florida Greenway at Banyan Road Trailhead (15 minutes) for expeditions on foot or by bike.
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- Does JAI Jungle of Permaculture have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is JAI Jungle of Permaculture dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near JAI Jungle of Permaculture? After a wild swimming adventure? There are several swimming holes within an hour by car, including the natural pool surrounded by lush tropical forest at Juniper Springs (half an hour’s drive), while … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of JAI Jungle of Permaculture?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at JAI Jungle of Permaculture? From £14.87 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.