Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake in Citra, FL
A 150-acre RV resort with 430 sites and vacation cottages at 18365 NW 45th Avenue Rd, Citra, FL 32113, just off I-75 between Ocala and Gainesville, with a water park, lazy river and fenced dog park.
By Darrin DeTorres, Only In Ocala · Published October 29, 2026 · Checked against the resort's own website and its Google Business Profile
Where Is Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake?
Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake is at 18365 NW 45th Avenue Rd in Citra, Florida 32113, in northern Marion County. Google Maps places the property at about 29.416 degrees north, 82.200 degrees west, and lists the same address and the same phone number, (352) 878-4855, as the resort's website. The resort describes itself as a waterfront destination on Orange Lake between Ocala and Gainesville, just off I-75.
The resort's directions: from I-75 north or south, take Exit 368 and head east on Highway 318 for 3.5 miles, turn left on 45th Avenue Road, and the resort is 0.5 mile on the right. The property was formerly known as Orange Lake RV Resort.
Citra is in northern Marion County, between downtown Ocala and Gainesville. For other lodging on that stretch, see our guides to RV parks in Ocala, Citra, Florida and camping near Ocala. On Oct. 29, 2026, the resort's Google Business Profile showed a 4.4-star average from 223 reviews.
Address, Phone & Check-In
Check-in and check-out
| RV sites | In from 2:00 PM, out 11:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Cottages | In from 3:00 PM, out 11:00 AM |
Times as posted in the resort's FAQ on Oct. 29, 2026. Google Maps shows a 12:00 PM check-in for the property; the resort's own times are used here.
RV Sites at Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake
The resort lists 430 RV sites. All are flat, have full hookups with 30/50 amp service and include Wi-Fi, according to its RV sites page. The resort's FAQ calls every site big-rig friendly, with pull-thru sites at 110 feet and back-in sites at 75 feet.
| Site type | Length | Layout | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pull-thru | 110 ft | Drive-through | Full hookups, 30/50 amp; room for slide-outs |
| Back-in | 75 ft | Back-in | Full hookups, 30/50 amp; close to resort amenities |
| Premium Tiki | 75 ft | Back-in | Full hookups; tiki hut with two Adirondack chairs and soft lighting (50 of the 430 sites) |
Rig rules matter before booking. The resort welcomes self-contained travel trailers, fifth wheels, and Class A, B, C and Super-C motorhomes that are 10 years old or newer; older rigs in excellent condition need approval from the reservation team. Tent camping is not allowed, and RVs are inspected from the outside on arrival. Visitors to a site need a day pass from the Welcome Center. For parks that take other rig types, compare the full list of Ocala RV parks.
Vacation Cottages
Guests without an RV can book a Vacation Cottage. The resort's cottage page describes them as brand-new, with a living area, full kitchen, private bathroom, lofted sleeping space and an outdoor patio, and says cottage guests can use the resort's pools, slides and dining. The page does not list bedroom counts, how many people each cottage sleeps, or rates, so those come from the booking page or the phone line at (352) 878-4855. Cottage check-in starts at 3:00 PM.
Rates, Deposits and Fees
Nightly rates are not published on the resort's pages. According to its FAQ, rates vary by site type, site location and preferred dates and are shown in the booking tool, and taxes and fees are added at checkout. The fees below are the ones the resort lists.
| Item | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Booking deposit | $50 per RV site; $150 per cottage | Non-refundable if canceled within 14 days of arrival |
| Site lock fee | $50 | Guarantees a specific site or cottage; otherwise assigned at check-in |
| Resort fee | $20 per site, per day | Covers on-site amenities including Fins Up Falls Water Park, live entertainment and planned activities |
| Personal golf cart | $10 per cart, per stay | Must be registered and tagged at the Welcome Center; driver 18 or older with license and insurance |
| Cleaning fee (if needed) | $100 RV site; $50 cottage | Charged only if cleanup beyond normal use is found |
Cancellation terms differ by stay length. For nightly and weekly stays, cancelling 15 or more days before check-in returns all payments, while cancelling within 14 days forfeits them. For monthly stays the cutoff is 45 days. The resort is cashless and accepts credit cards only.
On Oct. 29, 2026, the resort's home page listed a limited-time monthly offer for stays of 30 or more nights starting at $1,200, a 10% discount for military, veterans and first responders, and free nights on 7- or 14-night bookings. Offers change, so the resort's offers should be checked before booking.
Amenities, Pets and Lake Rules
What the resort's own pages list, and the rules that catch guests by surprise.
Fins Up Falls Water Park
According to the resort's amenities page, the water park has a zero-entry main pool, a lazy river with complimentary tubes, dueling slides and lazy-river slides (both with height requirements), and two splash pads. Private cabanas near the pool, lazy river or splash pad require reservations. Operating hours and cabana prices are not listed. See also the water parks near Ocala.
Food, Drinks, Fitness and Shop
The FAQ lists Fins Bar & Chill (full-service bar and restaurant), the Tiki Bar (full bar, limited food menu), Joe Merchant's Camp Provisions (coffee, ice cream, breakfast sandwiches and camping essentials) and Dreamsicle Sugar Shop, all listed as open daily. The Fin City Arcade, the air-conditioned Fins Up! Fitness Center (open to registered guests and pass-holders) and golf cart rentals are also on the amenities list. Visitors who are not registered guests need a day pass.
Pet Policy and Dog Park
Per the resort's FAQ, pets are allowed at the site with a limit of two per unit, cats included, all kept as indoor pets on a leash and never left unattended. Barkaritaville Dog Park is fenced, and the resort's pet page lists a dog-washing station and Saturday meet-and-greets. Pet bedding may not be washed in the laundry rooms. More options in our dog-friendly Ocala guide.
Fishing and Swimming Rules
Despite the Orange Lake name, the resort's FAQ says swimming and wading in the lakes are not allowed and that guests cannot fish in any of the property's lakes. The resort's home page still describes Orange Lake as one of Florida's best-known bass fishing spots. Anglers can compare public access in our guides to fishing spots near Ocala and lakes near Ocala.
Frequently Asked Questions About Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake
Where is Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake?
Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake is at 18365 NW 45th Avenue Rd, Citra, FL 32113, in northern Marion County between Ocala and Gainesville. The resort's directions say to take I-75 Exit 368, go east on Highway 318 for 3.5 miles, turn left on 45th Avenue Road and look for the resort 0.5 mile on the right. The phone number is (352) 878-4855.
How many RV sites does Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake have?
The resort's website lists 430 RV sites on 150 acres, including 50 Premium Tiki sites. Pull-thru sites are 110 feet long and back-in sites are 75 feet long. Every site has full hookups with 30/50 amp service and Wi-Fi.
What time is check-in and check-out at Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake?
The resort's FAQ lists RV check-in from 2:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. Cottage check-in starts at 3:00 PM with check-out at 11:00 AM. Google Maps shows a 12:00 PM check-in for the property, so the resort's own times are used here; confirm at (352) 878-4855 if arriving early.
How much does Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake cost?
Nightly rates are not published on the resort's pages; they vary by site type, site location and dates, and are shown in its booking tool. The resort lists a $20 daily resort fee per site, a $50 RV deposit ($150 for cottages) and a monthly offer for stays of 30 or more nights starting at $1,200. Taxes and fees are added at checkout.
Does Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake allow pets?
Yes, with limits. The resort's FAQ allows no more than two pets per unit, including cats, all of them indoor pets, kept on a leash at all times and never left unattended. The resort has a fenced dog park called Barkaritaville Dog Park, and its pet page lists a dog-washing station and weekly Saturday dog meet-and-greets.
Are there cottages at Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake?
Yes. The resort rents Vacation Cottages that its website describes as brand-new, with a living area, full kitchen, private bathroom, lofted sleeping space and an outdoor patio. The cottage page does not list bedroom counts, how many people each sleeps or nightly rates, so those details come from the resort's booking page or phone line.
Can RVs of any age or type stay at Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake?
The resort's FAQ welcomes self-contained travel trailers, fifth wheels, and Class A, B, C and Super-C motorhomes that are 10 years old or newer. Older RVs in excellent condition need approval from the reservation team, tent camping is not allowed, and RVs are inspected from the outside on arrival.
Can guests swim or fish in Orange Lake at Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake?
The resort's FAQ says swimming and wading in the lakes are not allowed and that fishing is not permitted on the property in any of its lakes. The resort's home page does describe Orange Lake as a well-known bass fishing spot in the area, so anglers planning to fish the lake itself should ask the resort which access points are open to them.
How We Checked This Page
The name, address, phone number, site counts and types, cottage features, amenities, fees, check-in times, pet and rig rules and offers come from the pages of the Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake website, including its FAQ, read on Oct. 29, 2026. The address, phone, map location, 12:00 PM Google check-in time and review average were checked on the resort's Google Business Profile. Fees, offers and rules can change; the resort's booking page controls what a guest actually pays.
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Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake en Citra: sitios para RV y cabañas
Camp Margaritaville Resort Orange Lake es un resort para vehículos recreativos (RV) y cabañas vacacionales en 18365 NW 45th Avenue Rd, Citra, FL 32113, Condado de Marion, entre Ocala y Gainesville y muy cerca de la I-75; su teléfono es (352) 878-4855. El sitio web del resort indica 430 sitios para RV con conexiones completas en 150 acres, un parque acuático con río lento y toboganes, y un parque cerrado para perros. La entrada para RV comienza a las 2:00 PM y la salida es a las 11:00 AM; para las cabañas, la entrada comienza a las 3:00 PM. Las tarifas por noche varían según la fecha y el tipo de sitio, y se aplica una tarifa de resort de $20 por día por sitio. El resort no permite nadar ni pescar en los lagos de la propiedad, no admite tiendas de campaña y limita las mascotas a dos por unidad.