Site Open

Mill Dam Recreation Area

Current Conditions

Expect full recreation sites during weekends. Have backup plans. Sites may close when capacity is reached.

Mill Dam has been a popular destination for generations. In the shade of live oaks overlooking the 168-acre Mill Dam Lake, Mill Dam Recreation Area offers two different experiences.

October 1 -- March 15 is for group camping by reservation only through Recreation.gov.

March 16 -- September 30 the site is open to daily visitors for picnicking and swimming (no camping/overnight use during these months). Expect crowds on weekends during summer months.

This recreation site is operated by Naventure.

General Information

Amenities

Boat ramp
Drinking water
Group campsites
Parking
Picnic tables
Toilets

Licenses and Passes

Boating

Boating in the National Forests in Florida is regulated by the state of Florida. Please visit our boating web page before you grab your personal floatation device and head out onto the water.

Fishing

Florida requires a state license for all fishing activities. Visit our fishing web page before you grab your gear.

March 16 - September 30: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. October 1 - March 15: Group campground check-in is 3 p.m. / check-out is 11 a.m.

Fishing is not permitted from the bank of the recreation area.
Pets are not allowed into the Day Use area: Forest Order #08-05-05-02-13-0207; 36 CFR261.58(s).

Day Use:
$8 per person per day
Boat Launch: $5 per boat per day

Group rental of the campground and recreation area is available October 1 - March 15.

To reserve, call 1-877-444-6777 or reserve online at Recreation.gov.