FISHING REPORT - Why waste gas - launch at Becks Fish Camp! Fishing is GREAT!
Customers are still reporting great Bluegill and some Bass and Catfish action in the "Lake". Our Bayou has been known by many for
over 50 years as the best fishing spot in Northwest Florida. Bank fishing has been good as well as by boat.
The lower river and Bayou level is good right now. We don't have the low water that the upper river has becasue we're closer to Escambia Bay and get some tidal action.
Call Billy @ 850-375-0383 for a current report.
BIKE TRAILS - Bikers (non-powered) love our trails. Bring your Mountain Bikes for a great ride. "Escape" to Cottage Hill, a community to the north, or picnic and fish from a secluded dock and picnic area on the "north Property".
GOAT HERD - The Goat herd is growning! Our Nannies had almost 20 "kids" over the past couple of months and they're so cute!
THE CAMP STORE IS OPEN- Lessie, Billy's wife, has opened the Fish Camp Store and has bait, ice, soft drinks, water, and snacks as well as tackle and poles for sale or rent.
Call 850-375-0383 for the current store hours as it varies by season.
BOAT RENTALS - We have a "fleet" of kayaks, row boats and a canoe for rent on our wonderful bayou. If you're "boatless" come rent one from us and go fish or explore our beautiful "river" world.
Fish from the Bank & Dock - The Waterfront "Point Park" has a covered pavillion, grills, and picnic tables for bank fishing and
camping pleasure. A new trailhead and creek fishing parking area will open later in the Spring.
CAMPING - We have some RV sites with hook-ups
as well as primitive campsites, but call ahead as the number is limited. Come spend a weekend, week or month fishing, hiking and
enjoying the bayou and River. Worms, poles, ice, and non alcoholic drinks are available from the "Camp Store".
FARM REPORT - Seeds are in the ground. Hopefully there will be lots of peas, beans, corn, and orkra in a few weeks.
Also, Billy and Lessie are the proud parents of 16 suckling piglets. Two of the Sows gave birth almost at the same time!
HORSES ARE WELCOME - We have over 400 acres of roads and trails that, for a $5 fee,
you can ride. You now have access to all of Cottage Hill through the side gate of the "North property". Ask Billy for the key. Have a picnic at a beautiful private
waterfront spot with dock that only hikers and horses are allowed at. Coggins papers are required.
Attention active duty Military stationed in Florida! Florida has an annual hunting and fishing pass for only $20!!
It's called a Military Gold Sportsman's pass and it's available from any Escambia or Santa Rosa County tax collector's
office. Also, check out the RV's and boats that you can rent from Whiting Fields MWR facility on the
Blackwater River near Milton. Click HERE
for a PDF rate sheet.
Need a Fishing License? Get one by telephone! You can
purchase your license ONLINE
if you're willing to pay a $2.25 + 2.5% surcharge. Alternatively, you may purchase your license
by calling 1-888-FISH-FLORIDA and pay a $3.25 + 2.5% surcharge. Licenses may be purchased without surcharge
at a county tax collector's office or for a small fee at many fishing stores.
No Florida Fishing License is required for fresh water fishing with non-reel pole and natural bait (must live in Escambia County). We've also opened the north property which has a dock and picnic area accessable by a short hike across the creek. Check with us for details.
Explore "Lake", Explore the Escambia River! We're the only Public freshwater fishing, boating, hiking & camping area close to Pensacola on the Escambia River!
Please note that all RV & Primitive Camping Fees include bank fishing,
picnicking and hiking. They do not include Boat Ramp fee, which is extra. Monthly & Annual RV Rates, as well as the
annual pass, includes free use of the boat ramp.
Fish, Hunt and Explore the historic Escambia River from Becks Lake Fish Camp! We invite you to
experience a great naturalist area with access to over 35,000 acres of fishing and natural beauty by visiting Becks Lake Fish Camp.
Becks Lake Fish Camp is set among Live Oaks dripping Spanish Moss on a bayou-river setting of a network of
pristine waterways that are teaming with Bass, Bream, Crappie, Bluegill, Shellcracker and much more! Natural Bayous were enlarged during the Northwest Florida Lumber
Boom of the late 1880's and now the fish flock to this area because of our deep and still waters. Those looking for more adventure and fishing
opportunities have but to motor or paddle a short distance to the Escambia River, the 4th largest river in Florida and considered the best
fishing river by the State.
Hunters are telling us that we're the perfect spot to use as
"base camp" for duck and other hunting in the Escambia River Wildlife Management Area!
We have over 2 miles of water frontage with a boat launch & storage, fishing, group activity areas, a group primitive camping area,
hiking trails, and limited RV sites. There's over a mile of exceptional water frontage in the "lake" and a beautiful half mile deep channel connects our "lake" with the Escambia River.
Unlike most boat launch and waterfront areas, the property manager lives and works on-site and you can have more peace
of mind about leaving your vehicle unattended.
Nov 13, 2009. He had a Large Cooler full of Catfish!
Becks Fish Camp is close to all major area attractions, including Pensacola Beach, Historic Downtown Pensacola,
and the Creek Indian Casino just a few miles north in Atmore, AL. It is known by the locals as the gateway to the heart of the 35,000 acres of the Escambia River Delta, this is "the" place to embark
on a river "oddessy", fish your little heart out, or just paddle around in our waterways.
~ Annual Boat Ramp and Family Fishing Passes are available ~
We listened to you again! Many of you said you wanted an annual fishing pass to fish from the "Point" Park. So we now have an Annual Boat Ramp pass
for $95.00 & a Family annual fishing pass (restricted to Husband/wife & children or Grandparents & grandchildren)
for $95.00. ......... both passes are good for 12 months from date of issuance. Whether
you hunt, fish or paddle frequently in the River, you'll like the feeling of security, value, and convienence that using
Becks Lake Fish Camp's Ramp gives.
~ Buy them from Billy or Lessie at the Fish Camp or use the form below and send us a check. ~
~ FRESH FROM THE FARM - 3/09/2011 ~
We have more pasture for the goats and the Nannies are producing! We'll be
planting a Spring/Summer crop of various vegetables very soon. Check with Billy for current Goat and Pig prices.
It's the perfect place for family outings, boating clubs, corporate retreats, Church & Civic groups,
and everyone that wants to enjoy Nature at her finest! One lady recently went out in the Bayou and was so entralled by the beauty
that she said she almost forgot that she was there to fish!
The Boat Ramp (with access to the Escambia River), Bank Fishing areas, hiking trails,
primitive camp sites and picnic areas are now open. We also have waterfront areas that can be rented for kayak and canoe
cook-outs and similar festivities.
We now have rental boats for you to enjoy the beautiful bayou with and a small "camp"store selling ice, refreshments, bait, fishing
tackle and snacks.
Don't miss the Farm! Becks Lake Farm is a division of Becks Lake Fish Camp, LLC. and sells produce as well as
chickens and goats. Ask Billy or Lessie what's in "season" when you come by!
Rules and fee information are located on a board a short distance after you go through the main gate and can be accessed
on-line by these links:
Fish Camp Rules - or - Fish Camp Fees
We have beautiful areas available for organized groups for overnight camping, afternoon outings, reunions, fishing parties,
birthday parties, Weddings, etc. in a beautiful waterfront park with a covered pavilion.
We have a wonderful waterfront primitive group camp area with dock and boat ramp that can be rented.
Email us with a short description of what you need or call Billy at 850-375-0383.
Northwest Florida Fresh Water Recreation Alliance
Providers of goods
and services to the boating and fishing public.
Tell them you saw them on Becks Fish Camp's Website.
You won't get a discount but they'll know that they're helping to raise "freshwater" awareness in our communitiy.
Barbera Judahs Bait and Tackle - 1947 W Ten Mile Rd - Cantonment, FL 32533 (850) 505-0873 - Complete bait and
tackle store. Just West off of US 29. Taxidermy service available for when you catch "Bubba" or shoot "Bambi".
Treated Timber Products Company - 8810 Ely St. - Eylson Field Commerce Park -
Pensacola, FL 32533 (850) 478-3554 - Poles, Pilings, Timbers, Treated lumber & Wood Pallets with the most extensvie stock in our area. Wholesale & Retail.
One piece die cut shipping cartons too. Ask for Mickey!
Hwy 29 in Cantonment, FL 32533
(850) 968-1056 Delivery to the Cantonment area.
A - 1 Small Engines
Highway 29 Cantonment, FL 32533 850-968-5396 Artic Cat, trailer, and power equipment dealer.
Cole's Barber Shop Molino, FL
Mini-Mart Gas & Diesel US 29 at Tate School Road Diesel pumps for large
Trucks too!
T & C Feed Formerly Cantonment Feed Store 601 N. US 29 For your farm & garden needs! NOW REOPENED FOR BUSINESS!
Use the "contact" link at the bottom of the page to request a FREE listing here for your business or organization.
We need help!
Our wonderful 420 acres, along with the 35,000 acres of the Escambia River Wildlife
Management Area that adjoins it, is a natural playground. We're looking for experienced people to
create a Wildlife Refuge development that locals and tourists alike may enjoy. RV Park developers/managers, Naturalists, Fishing & hunting guides,
Equestrian businesses, and Fishing tournament directors are a few vocational types that we're seeking to partner with as we create the best Public River & Wildlife Refuge in the South.
If you think you can help us then we'd like to talk to you. If you're interested then
send me an email to the following link:
VISIT OUR WATERWAYS ON VIDEO! A short video that
shows the beauty of our River setting. Click on the Photo to run the video.
