Mill Dam Recreation Area
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).
Purchase a Digital Day Use Pass: https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/81ab4f7a-9a4c-11ec-8216-66cf94fbd5e7
OR
Download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your trip so you can pay the fee on-site with Scan and Pay:
https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app
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.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 29.18078333
Longitude: -81.83265
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
