About Williams Lake
The Williams Lake Recreation Area features a boat ramp, picnic tables, pedestal grills, fire rings, a portable toilet, and reservation-only camping.
Each campsite can hold a maximum of eight people and two vehicles. The campsites do not have power, water or waste disposal hookups.
The day-use area is available from dawn to dusk and launching and retrieval of boats is permitted at all times
The boat launch is suitable for boats, canoes, and kayaks. Parking is available for vehicles towing boat trailers.
The boat launch provides access to the Escambia River, the fourth-largest river in Florida and home to more than 85 native freshwater fish species.
Activities & Attractions
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Boating
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Summer
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Canoeing
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Summer
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Fishing
Year-round
Kayaking
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Fall
Year-round
Fishing
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Spring
Boating
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Canoeing
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Kayaking
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Summer
Boating
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Canoeing
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Kayaking
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Fall
Boating
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Canoeing
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Kayaking
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Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Grill
- Fire Pit
- Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
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Location Williams Lake
Address:
346 Williams Lake Road
Jay, FL, 32565
United States
Highway access
The campground is on Williams Lake Road. Interstate 10 is a short drive away and U.S. Highway 90 is a short drive away, providing additional regional access.
Elevation: 10 feet
Distance to downtown
12 mi drive to downtown Jay (about 20 min)
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Last updated: September 12, 2026