Natural swimming hole
Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest
Lake · Alabama
About this swimming hole
Blue Lake Recreation Area is a day-use picnic area on the north shore of Blue Lake, about nine miles north of the Florida state line off Alabama Highway 137. It is the only official location in the Conecuh National Forest where swimming is permitted, with a small sandy beach and a bathhouse. Limited non-motorized boating is permitted, and camping is available separately at nearby Open Pond Recreation Area.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | April-October |
| Fees | $3 per vehicle per day (current Forest Service listing reported; older guides list $5) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Sunrise-sunset, April 1 through October 31; closed November-March |
| Parking | Day-use parking at the recreation area off AL-137; day-use only, no camping at the beach |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Covington County |
| Nearest town | Andalusia |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard service established; swim only at the designated beach on the north (Forest Service) shore - the other shores are a private Methodist assembly |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest?
Yes — Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest is listed as a natural swimming spot in Alabama. Heads-up: No lifeguard service established; swim only at the designated beach on the north (Forest Service) shore - the other shores are a private Methodist assembly. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest require reservations?
No reservations are required at Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest?
Reported fee info: $3 per vehicle per day (current Forest Service listing reported; older guides list $5). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Blue Lake Recreation Area - Conecuh National Forest?
The best season is typically April-October.