Lake Eaton Day Use

Activity pass ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Ocala National Forest (NF) · Open Access

41 ft
Elevation

Get ready for a morning of bass fishing at Lake Eaton when you visit the pier and boat ramp providing access to this broad, shallow, cypress-lined lake. This day-use area is adjacent to the Lake Eaton Campground.

Lake Eaton is available on a first-come, first served basis only for day use. Visitors must physically arrive at the site to claim a parking spot. For convenience, passes may be purchased online in advance. Please note the purchase of a pass in advance does not guarantee parking availability.

Alternatively, pay the fee after arriving on-site by scanning the QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download and sign into the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as there is poor cellular service at the site: https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app 

Getting there

29.25392, -81.86558 · 29°15'14.1"N 81°51'56.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 92°F in Jul, down to 71°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F717479848991929290847772
Low °F464852576470727370635448
Precip in3.42.93.72.23.57.46.97.16.53.22.12.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 14.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lake Eaton Day Use

Can you reserve a site at Lake Eaton Day Use?
Yes, Lake Eaton Day Use is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Camping near Lake Eaton Day Use

Comments

Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.