Ocean Lakes

Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, along with their 5 daughters, opened this 310-acre campground on July 2, 1971 with only 30 campsites and 1 bathhouse. Today, we have 859 campsites, 2,569 beach houses, and 5 bathhouses.  The Jackson's had a vision and they wanted all to enjoy God’s beautiful ocean. Ocean Lakes Entrance - 1971 Ocean Lakes Entrance - 2019 Every now and then, we meet guests that have been vacationing with us since we opened in 1971. 48 years of loyalty, support,  and lots of love.  This week, we are taking you all back to 1971 with Barbara Wood.  Meet Barbara Wood Meet Barbara Wood | She Knows A Thing Or Two About Ocean Lakes Q: How long have you lived in Ocean Lakes? A: Well, permanently since 1983, but my husband and I started coming here once the campground opened in 1971. Q: What changes in the campground have you been most excited for? A: I see it improving all the time, and they have done such a beauti...

Each year, our guest amaze us even more. Their dedication, creativity, and love for Ocean Lakes and Halloweekends is something special. We love riding around to view campsite’s decorations and join in on the excitement. While the Marketing Team was out and about taking pictures and videos this week, we had the pleasure of meeting the guests at Site 3110 and Site K-48. This week, we are talking with these guests to get the inside scoop on their Halloweekend traditions at Ocean Lakes Family Campground. Meet Doug and Sheryl of Site 3110 | Meet Doug and Sheryl Q: How long have you been camping at Ocean Lakes? A: I believe this is our sixth or seventh year of coming to Ocean Lakes. We stay about four or five times each year. This is actually our fifth Halloweekend! Q: What inspired you to create this display? A: The first year that we came for Halloweekends, there was a big group that had a tremendous display that was awesome and had so ma...