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Bens Lake

Bens Lake

United States, Florida, Englin AFB 

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Bens Lake

United States, Florida, Englin AFB 

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Located in Eglin Air Force Base, Bens Lake – also known as Ben’s Lake – is a lake that has an unnamed narrow white-sand beach area along its southern shore. This beach is also known as Bens Lake Beach. Bens Lake also has an inlet that connects it to the larger Choctawhatchee Bay. A marina named Ben’s Lake Marina is present near the beach. The beach along Bens Lake is present near the end of Boatner Road and it is easily accessible from the intersection between Florida State Road 397 and Florida State Road 189. However, access to this beach is currently forbidden by the in Eglin Air Force Base authorities.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Bens Lake. SEALAND is an upscale restaurant that serves amazing steaks, seafood, pasta, soups, salads, and poultry dishes.  Aegean Restaurant is a Greek restaurant serving a fantastic range of pasta, salads, pita- bread wraps, burgers, sandwiches, and seafood. Pepper Mexican Grill & Cantina serves incredible seafood, steak, burritos, tacos, fajitas, and quesadillas. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Bens Lake, modestly priced Shalimar Cheers Pub is a restaurant and bar that serves amazing salads, pizzas, chicken wings, seafood, burgers, pastas, and chilli.

If you are looking for a hotel near Bens Lake, there are many great nearby options. If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 4-Star The Henderson Beach Resort & Spa is 35 minutes away by car and offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a spa, a fitness center, and several restaurants. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Emerald Coast Inn & Suites which offers many amenities including a pool, a fitness center, and complimentary breakfast. As another moderately priced option, the 3-Star Comfort Suites Niceville Near Eglin Air Force Base offers several amenities including a fitness center, an outdoor pool, and complimentary breakfast. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Bens Lake, the modestly priced 2-Star Hotel Fair Inn & Suites Fort Walton Beach - Eglin AFB Hotel offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, a golf course, a restaurant, and complimentary breakfast.

There are many attractions near Bens Lake. Air Force Armament Museum is the only museum in the United States dedicated to displaying and preserving artifacts and memorabilia associated with Air Force armaments – the museum displays many kinds of armaments including a gun collection, bombs, missiles, and it also has over 29 aircraft. In addition, the museum also continuously screens a 32-minute educational film about the history of Eglin Air Force Base and its contribution in the development of armament. If you like golfing, Shalimar Pointe Golf Club is an 18-hole beautifully landscaped golfing facility which offers a fun and challenging golfing experience. If you are looking for another attraction near Bens Lake, Leo Norred Park is a park that offers a few amenities including nine benches, a playground, and two picnic tables.

There are many attractions near Bens Lake. Air Force Armament Museum is the only museum in the United States dedicated to displaying and preserving artifacts and memorabilia associated with Air Force armaments – the museum displays many kinds of armaments including a gun collection, bombs, missiles, and it also has over 29 aircraft. In addition, the museum also continuously screens a 32-minute educational film about the history of Eglin Air Force Base and its contribution in the development of armament. If you like golfing, Shalimar Pointe Golf Club is an 18-hole beautifully landscaped golfing facility which offers a fun and challenging golfing experience. If you are looking for another attraction near Bens Lake, Leo Norred Park is a park that offers a few amenities including nine benches, a playground, and two picnic tables.

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INParking

INSunrise - Sunset

INRestroom Available

IN2808 Boatner Rd, Eglin AFB, FL 32542, USA

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    Does Bens Lake have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Bens Lake have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Bens Lake a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Bens Lake good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Bens Lake have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Bens Lake a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Bens Lake?

    Yes, this Beach has multiple restaurant options near or on the beach.

    What are the activities at Bens Lake?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Fishing, Hiking.

    Does Bens Lake have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Bens Lake a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Bens Lake good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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