Picnicking, fishing and hiking are among some favorite activities that can be
enjoyed at Airey Lake. Day hikers can access Tuxachanie Hiking Trail from this
lake site. Group camping and a restroom are available by permit from the De
Soto office.

<p>Picnicking,&nbsp;fishing&nbsp;and hiking are among some favorite activities that&nbsp;can be enjoyed at Airey Lake.&nbsp;Day hikers can access Tuxachanie Hiking&nbsp;Trail from this lake site.&nbsp;Group camping and a restroom&nbsp;are available by permit from the De Soto office.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Airey Lake

## Overview

Big Biloxi Campground, located at the Big Biloxi Recreation Area, is a fully
developed campground offering 25 campsites with water and electric hookups.
The site also features a picnic area under a covered pavilion with tables and
a grill. The site is located just off of Highway 49, which offers easy access
to numerous recreations sites within the national forest as well as quick
access to popular tourism sites along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

## Facilities

Big Biloxi Campground has a restroom and shower facility and picnic pavilion
and paved parking area.

## Natural Features

Big Biloxi Campground is located just outside the town of Saucier, MS on the
Big Biloxi River within De Soto National Forest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Big Biloxi Campground, located at the Big Biloxi Recreation Area, is a fully developed campground offering 25 campsites with water and electric hookups. The site also features a picnic area under a covered pavilion with tables and a grill. The site is located just off of Highway 49, which offers easy access to numerous recreations sites within the national forest as well as quick access to popular tourism sites along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. </p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Big Biloxi Campground has a restroom and shower facility and picnic pavilion and paved parking area.   </p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Big Biloxi Campground is located just outside the town of Saucier, MS on the Big Biloxi River within De Soto National Forest.</p>

Payment of Fee is required before parking and setting up your campsite.
Campsites are available by reservation only.

Senior Pass/Access Pass accepted.

**Rates & discounts are as follows:**

Campground site, (electricity & water included) - $20.00

Senior Pass/Access Pass discount -_$_ 13.00

Pavilion Reservation Fee - $40.00

Welcome to Big Biloxi Campground at De Soto National Forest.

Big Biloxi Campground Portal Sign

Restroom and Shower Facilities at Big Biloxi Campground

Typical Campsite at Big Biloxi Campground.

Typical campsite at Big Biloxi Campground

Big Biloxi Recreation Area

This is a free day use site that includes areas for picnicking, including
grills and picnic tables, fishing, a boat launch for small boats, three
campsites, and a 2-mile educational nature trail. A chemical toilet is also
located at this site. Campsites are available at Blue Lake Recreation Area by
reservation only.

<p>This is a free day use site that includes areas for picnicking, including grills and picnic tables, fishing, a boat launch for small boats, three campsites, and a 2-mile educational nature trail. A chemical toilet&nbsp;is also located at this site.&nbsp;Campsites are available at Blue Lake Recreation Area by reservation only.</p>

Day-use: Free  
Camping: $7 per night.  
Camping for Access or Senior pass holders: $3.50 per night

Blue Lake Recreation Area

## Overview

Chewalla Lake Recreation Area is located in the Holly Springs Ranger District
in northern Mississippi. Visitors enjoy swimming and relaxing on the sandy
beach on the lake shore, as well as canoeing, kayaking and fishing.

## Recreation

Chewalla Lake covers 260 acres and is a no-wake lake, making it a perfect
location for swimming, canoeing and kayaking. Anglers enjoy fishing for
largemouth bass, bream, crappie and catfish. A boat ramp is located on-site.

## Facilities

The campground offers sites for RV and tent camping. Each site is equipped
with a picnic table and campfire ring. RV sites have electric and water
hookups. During the season the campground is open 24 hours and does not close
on the major holidays, i.e. Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day, allowing
families and friends to celebrate together. Don't fret if you happen to arrive
later in the day or evening for your reservation we will leave a note up on
the site showing that its reserved.

## Natural Features

The lake is surrounded by a dense forest of pine and hardwoods, such as sweet
gum and oak. Many dogwoods are scattered throughout the campground, creating a
beautiful, blooming display in the springtime.  
  
The campground lies on land once used heavily for farming. Erosion has caused
deep gullies to form throughout the area, but split-rail fences line the
gullies, adding character to the facility.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (662) 236-6741.

## Nearby Attractions

Holly Springs is 8.5 miles northwest of the lake. This charming town is known
as the Antebellum Capitol of the mid-south. More than 200 buildings in town
are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A variety of dining
and shopping options are available, as well as grocery stores and gas
stations.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Chewalla Lake Recreation Area is located in the Holly Springs Ranger District in northern Mississippi. Visitors enjoy swimming and relaxing on the sandy beach on the lake shore, as well as canoeing, kayaking and fishing. <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Chewalla Lake covers 260 acres and is a no-wake lake, making it a perfect location for swimming, canoeing and kayaking. Anglers enjoy fishing for largemouth bass, bream, crappie and catfish. A boat ramp is located on-site.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers sites for RV and tent camping. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. RV sites have electric and water hookups. During the season the campground is open 24 hours and does not close on the major holidays, i.e. Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day, allowing families and friends to celebrate together. Don't fret if you happen to arrive later in the day or evening for your reservation we will leave a note up on the site showing that its reserved.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The lake is surrounded by a dense forest of pine and hardwoods, such as sweet gum and oak. Many dogwoods are scattered throughout the campground, creating a beautiful, blooming display in the springtime.
<br/><br/>
The campground lies on land once used heavily for farming. Erosion has caused deep gullies to form throughout the area, but split-rail fences line the gullies, adding character to the facility. 
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (662) 236-6741.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Holly Springs is 8.5 miles northwest of the lake. This charming town is known as the Antebellum Capitol of the mid-south. More than 200 buildings in town are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A variety of dining and shopping options are available, as well as grocery stores and gas stations.

Shelter GS1 costs: $40 if less than 50 people. $80 if more than 50 people.  
Each vehicle using the rented pavilion is required to pay the day use fee of
$5, this includes the renter of the pavilion.

CHEWALLA LAKE RECREATION AREA

CHEWALLA LAKE BEACH

Playground

CHEWALLA LAKE PATH

RV Site

Walking Trail by the Lake

Pine Mtn. Trail

Virginia Pine Trail

Fishing Island & Dock

Beautiful and serene Chewalla Lake from the East Side.

Chewalla Lake East Side

Lake Rd. Trail

CHEWALLA LAKE FISHING

South end of Chewalla Lake and a view of the beach.

Chewalla Lake South

CHEWALLA LAKE

Fishing Dock

Chewalla Rd. Trail

Shower and Bathroom Facilities

CHEWALLA LAKE BOAT RAMP

Chewalla Lake Recreation Area

Due to the impacts of the ice storm across the area, the recreation area is
temporarily closed until the area is cleared of safety hazards and damages to
resources. Visitors should call the district office or monitor this page for
updates.

Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b), and for the protection of public health
and safety and resources, Chewalla Lake Recreation Area is temporarily closed.

## Overview

Scenic Choctaw Lake Campground wraps around Choctaw Lake in the Tombigbee
National Forest of Mississippi. It's location provides visitors with ample
opportunities for recreation, including fishing, boating, hiking and biking. A
day-use area is popular for picnicking and has a swimming beach.

## Recreation

Choctaw Lake Recreation Area offers a range of outdoor opportunities,
including camping, picnicking, hiking and biking. The lake offers boating,
swimming and fishing. Anglers can look forward to a catch of largemouth bass,
bream, catfish and crappie.  
  
An accessible walking trail around the lake is available for a leisurely
stroll, as well as a moderate skill level, 3-mile trail, that takes off from
the campground. A variety of birds and wildlife may be seen along these paths.

## Facilities

The campground offers nearly two dozen campsites, some of which are
accessible. Additional sites are available on a first-come, first-served
basis. Each site is equipped with both water and electric hookups, a picnic
table and a campfire ring with grill. Sites do not have sewage hook ups;
however, there is a dump station located adjacent to the entrance.  
  
  
  
Individual and group picnic shelter sites are also available within the day-
use area and swimming beach. Accessible flush toilets, showers drinking water
are provided. A campground host is on-site.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated between smaller Cabin Lake and larger, 100-acre
Choctaw Lake. It is near the Natchez Trace Parkway, Noxubee Wildlife Refuge
and French Camp, all popular destinations in the area.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (662) 285-3264.

## Nearby Attractions

The campground is located 5 miles south of the town of Ackerman, 11 miles
northwest of Louisville and 20 miles southwest of Starkville.  
  
The Noxubee Hills hiking and biking trailhead is located at the Choctaw Lake
Recreation area as well. The 26-mile trail has vault toilets at each end and
is rated moderate-to-experienced, for biking and hiking.  
  
The Choctaw Lake recreation area is also within 20 miles of Mississippi State
University. Athletic, cultural and scholastic events abound there.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations may occur during severe weather events.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Scenic Choctaw Lake Campground wraps around Choctaw Lake in the Tombigbee National Forest of Mississippi. It's location provides visitors with ample opportunities for recreation, including fishing, boating, hiking and biking. A day-use area is popular for picnicking and has a swimming beach.</p><h2>Recreation</h2>
Choctaw Lake Recreation Area offers a range of outdoor opportunities, including camping, picnicking, hiking and biking. The lake offers boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers can look forward to a catch of largemouth bass, bream, catfish and crappie.
<br/><br/>
An accessible walking trail around the lake is available for a leisurely stroll, as well as a moderate skill level, 3-mile trail, that takes off from the campground. A variety of birds and wildlife may be seen along these paths. <h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers nearly two dozen campsites, some of which are accessible. Additional sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with both water and electric hookups, a picnic table and a campfire ring with grill. Sites do not have sewage hook ups; however, there is a dump station located adjacent to the entrance.<br><br><br><br>Individual and group picnic shelter sites are also available within the day-use area and swimming beach. Accessible flush toilets, showers drinking water are provided. A campground host is on-site.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated between smaller Cabin Lake and larger, 100-acre Choctaw Lake. It is near the Natchez Trace Parkway, Noxubee Wildlife Refuge and French Camp, all popular destinations in the area.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (662) 285-3264.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The campground is located 5 miles south of the town of Ackerman, 11 miles northwest of Louisville and 20 miles southwest of Starkville.
<br/><br/>
The Noxubee Hills hiking and biking trailhead is located at the Choctaw Lake Recreation area as well. The 26-mile trail has vault toilets at each end and is rated moderate-to-experienced, for biking and hiking.
<br/><br/>
The Choctaw Lake recreation area is also within 20 miles of Mississippi State University. Athletic, cultural and scholastic events abound there.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations may occur during severe weather events.</p>

Please note an additional $6 utility fee will be added to the $14 daily rate
for single family campsites (Total: $20/night)

Shelter GS1 costs: $40 if less than 50 people. $80 if more than 50 people.  
Each vehicle using the rented pavilion is required to pay the day use fee of
$5, this includes the renter of the pavilion.

Exact fare; no change given for camping or day use payment methods.

Choctaw Lake in Summer

View of Choctaw Lake, looking across the lake towards the campground

View of Choctaw Lake

Photo looking across Choctaw Lake from the swimming area.

Choctaw Lake in October

Picnic area along a walking trail in Choctaw Lake Recreation Area

Picnic Area

Choctaw Lake Recreation Area entrance sign

Choctaw Lake sign

Large Pavilion at Choctaw Lake Recreation Area

Historical Large Pavilion

Campsite!

One of the many boardwalks along the lakeside trail.

Choctaw Lakeside trail

Campsite

Please use situational awareness when walking around the lake. The wildlife is out!

Snake!

Campsites

Choctaw Lake Recreation Area entrance kiosk

Choctaw Lake entrance

Campground Bathhouse

Swim Area bathroom

Swimming Area Pavilion

Historical Campground Pavilion

Choctaw Lake swimming beach

Choctaw Lake

## Overview

**This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and
claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by
scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay
feature. Only pay for a site that you have verified as vacant.**

**If this option is available, you will need to first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.**

**This campground has 22 campsites and is generally open all year long. This
location may be inaccessible at any time during the year due to weather and
road conditions.**

## Recreation

Visitors will be able to bike, hike, canoe, fish, and view wildlife.

## Facilities

Facilities include camping, with 22 units with hookups for water and
electricity. A group camp site(reservation required) 8 picnic tables within
the day use area; A pavilion for 25-30 people(reservation required). Flush
toilets and hot showers; A one mile hiking trail around the lake; An
amphitheater. 10 miles hiking/mountain biking trail.

## Natural Features

Clear Springs Recreation Areas is nestled in a secluded area of roling hills.
The area, surrounded by tall stands of pine and mixed hardwood treees, provide
visitors with a shady forest atmostpehere. A 10 acre lake connects both
camping areas.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (601) 384-5876.

## Nearby Attractions

  * Okhissa lake is a 1,075 acre lake approximately 15 minutes away from the campground. It has a swim area, day use area, one boat launch. Fish that can be caught include catfish, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and other small panfish.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.  Only pay for a site that you have verified as vacant.</strong></p>
<p><strong>If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</strong></p>
<p><strong>This campground has 22 campsites and is generally open all year long.  This location may be inaccessible at any time during the year due to weather and road conditions.</strong></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors will be able to bike, hike, canoe, fish, and view wildlife.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Facilities include camping, with 22 units with hookups for water and electricity.  A group camp site(reservation required) 8 picnic tables within the day use area;  A pavilion for 25-30 people(reservation required).  Flush toilets and hot showers;  A one mile hiking trail around the lake; An amphitheater. 10 miles hiking/mountain biking trail.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Clear Springs Recreation Areas is nestled in a secluded area of roling hills.  The area, surrounded by tall stands of pine and mixed hardwood treees, provide visitors with a shady forest atmostpehere.  A 10 acre lake connects both camping areas.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (601) 384-5876.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<ul>
<li>Okhissa lake is a 1,075 acre lake approximately 15 minutes away from the campground.  It has a swim area, day use area, one boat launch.  Fish that can be caught include catfish, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and other small panfish.</li>
</ul>

Shoreline across from Day use area at Clear Springs

Campsite Locations

Day Use Pavilion

Clear Springs Campsite Map

Clear Springs picnic site in Day Use Area

Picnic Site

Clear Springs Recreation Area (MS)

## Overview

**This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and
claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by
scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay
feature.**

**If this option is available, you will need to first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.**

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</strong></p>
<p><strong>If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</strong></p>

Cypress Creek Landing

## Overview

Davis Lake Recreation Area is home to beautiful Davis Lake, Campground and Day
Use Area, popular for all kinds of recreational opportunities, including
swimming, fishing, boating, birding and wildlife viewing. The surrounding
scenic forests make Davis Lake a picturesque place to spend quality time
outdoors.

## Recreation

Davis Lake covers 200 acres and provides multiple recreational opportunities.
A grassy swimming beach is situated on the shore, where many anglers cast for
largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, crappie, catfish and bream. The
campground has 27 sites on the lake, many of them with space to anchor a boat.
A 2-mile trail wanders along the north edge of the lake to several earthen
fishing piers. Visitors can also spend time birding, watching for a variety of
geese and ducks that migrate through the area. Hawks, herons, bluebirds and
doves are also plentiful, among many other species. Wildlife viewing is also
available, as foxes and bobcats call the area home. The Chickasaw OHV Trail is
a newly renovated 12-mile motorized trail that is within three miles of the
campground. The trailhead lies between the Davis Lake recreation area and the
Natchez Trace Parkway. It is within a mile of the Owl Creek Mounds
archaeological interpretive site. The OHV trail is open between April 1 and
Oct. 31. The trail accommodates off-road vehicles 48-inches in width or less.
Cyclists and hikers will enjoy the Tanglefoot Trail. This multiple-use Rails-
to-Trails path is located 5 miles west of Davis Lake. It runs 43.5 miles from
Houston to New Albany, MS through Houlka, Algoma, Pontotoc, Ecru, and Ingomar.

## Facilities

The recreation area offers more than two dozen campsites, a picnic area, a
group shelter, accessible flush toilet facilities and a dump station. Davis
Lake has multiple fishing docks, including some that are accessible.  
  
  
  
Campsites are equipped with tables, lantern posts and campfire rings with
grills. Drinking water is provided. Campsites have electric and water hook
ups. There are no sites with sewage hook up; however, there is a dump station
located near the front entrance.  
  
  
  
A picnic shelter can also be reserved on-site, for an additional $40 per day
fee.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a hilly, mixed hardwood and pine forest that
stretches along the eastern shore of the lake. It is located within 4 miles of
the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile drive through exceptional scenery and
10,000 years of North American history.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (662) 285-3264.

## Nearby Attractions

The recreation area is located 21 miles south of Tupelo, Mississippi, and 12
miles north of Houston.  
  
  
  
The Owl Creek Mounds, an archaeological interpretive site containing Native
American ruins, is located half a mile south on the paved road (heading
towards the Natchez Trace exit).  
  
  
  
The Witchdance Horsetrail is an 18-mile horseback riding trail that can be
accessed from both the Payamatha Trailhead (on Highway 32, west of the Natchez
Trace and east of Highway 15), or the Witchdance trailhead, that lies on the
Natchez Trace Parkway (approximately 5 miles east of Houston).

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations may occur during severe weather events.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Davis Lake Recreation Area is home to beautiful Davis Lake, Campground and Day Use Area, popular for all kinds of recreational opportunities, including swimming, fishing, boating, birding and wildlife viewing. The surrounding scenic forests make Davis Lake a picturesque place to spend quality time outdoors.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Davis Lake covers 200 acres and provides multiple recreational opportunities. A grassy swimming beach is situated on the shore, where many anglers cast for largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, crappie, catfish and bream. The campground has 27 sites on the lake, many of them with space to anchor a boat. A 2-mile trail wanders along the north edge of the lake to several earthen fishing piers. Visitors can also spend time birding, watching for a variety of geese and ducks that migrate through the area. Hawks, herons, bluebirds and doves are also plentiful, among many other species. Wildlife viewing is also available, as foxes and bobcats call the area home. The Chickasaw OHV Trail is a newly renovated 12-mile motorized trail that is within three miles of the campground. The trailhead lies between the Davis Lake recreation area and the Natchez Trace Parkway. It is within a mile of the Owl Creek Mounds archaeological interpretive site. The OHV trail is open between April 1 and Oct. 31. The trail accommodates off-road vehicles 48-inches in width or less. Cyclists and hikers will enjoy the <a href="http://www.tanglefoottrail.com" rel="nofollow">Tanglefoot Trail</a>. This multiple-use Rails-to-Trails path is located 5 miles west of Davis Lake. It runs 43.5 miles from Houston to New Albany, MS through Houlka, Algoma, Pontotoc, Ecru, and Ingomar.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The recreation area offers more than two dozen campsites, a picnic area, a group shelter, accessible flush toilet facilities and a dump station. Davis Lake has multiple fishing docks, including some that are accessible.<br><br><br><br>Campsites are equipped with tables, lantern posts and campfire rings with grills. Drinking water is provided. Campsites have electric and water hook ups. There are no sites with sewage hook up; however, there is a dump station located near the front entrance.<br><br><br><br>A picnic shelter can also be reserved on-site, for an additional $40 per day fee.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a hilly, mixed hardwood and pine forest that stretches along the eastern shore of the lake. It is located within 4 miles of the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile drive through exceptional scenery and 10,000 years of North American history.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (662) 285-3264.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The recreation area is located 21 miles south of Tupelo, Mississippi, and 12 miles north of Houston.<br><br><br><br>The Owl Creek Mounds, an archaeological interpretive site containing Native American ruins, is located half a mile south on the paved road (heading towards the Natchez Trace exit).<br><br><br><br>The Witchdance Horsetrail is an 18-mile horseback riding trail that can be accessed from both the Payamatha Trailhead (on Highway 32, west of the Natchez Trace and east of Highway 15), or the Witchdance trailhead, that lies on the Natchez Trace Parkway (approximately 5 miles east of Houston).</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations may occur during severe weather events. </p>

Please note an additional $6 utility fee will be added to the $14 daily rate
for single family campsites (Total: $20/night)  

Shelter GS1+ costs: $40 if less than 50 people. $80 if more than 50 people  
Each vehicle using the rented pavilion is required to pay the day use fee of
$5, this includes the renter of the pavilion.

Exact fare; no change given for camping or day use payment methods.

Davis Lake

DAVIS LAKE CAMPGROUND

Davis Lake campground

Davis Lake newest pier.

Swimming Beach

Davis Lake water sites

Boat Ramp, the ONLY place you may launch your boat. Please do not launch your craft off of the campground sites.

Davis Lake boat landing area

Early mornings at Davis

Davis Lake Wake Speed

One of various piers.

Campground bathhouse

Davis Lake Day Use

Davis Lake roadway into the shaded sites

Davis Lake fishing trail

roadway into the water side sites

Davis Lake shaded side of campground

Davis Lake pier view

Campground Bathhouse.

Davis Lake Day Use Pavillion - Reservable on Rec.gov

Day Use Pavillion

Day Use area

Davis Lake Entrance

Davis Lake Campground

## Overview

The Delta National Forest glimmers like a great, green jewel surrounded by
lazy rivers and spreading agricultural fields. The Delta is a large,
contiguous block of bottomland hardwood forest, seasonally flooded timber, and
small sloughs draining into the Big and Little Sunflower Rivers in the Yazoo
Basin of the Mississippi River. It is the only entirely bottomland hardwood
ecosystem in the National Forest System.

## Recreation

Enjoy camping, wildlife viewing, hiking, ATV riding, horseback riding, bird
and butterfly watching, canoeing, kayaking, hunting, and fishing all within
the Delta National Forest.

## Facilities

Facilities are spread throughout the Forest. There are four restroom
facilities located along FS Roads 715, 717, 720, and 707. All sites are
primitive and potable water is available at the Delta Ranger District work
center on FSR 703.

## Natural Features

The Delta National Forest lies in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley and is
surrounded by bayous, rivers, and lakes. The terrain is relatively flat, with
majestic Bald Cypress trees and other hardwoods.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions within an hour's drive includes Highway 61, the Mississippi
Blues Trail; the Mississippi Mound Trail; Jim Henson Muppet Museum; Vicksburg
Military Park; Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge Complex and Holt
Collier National Wildlife Refuge; B. B. King Museum; and a host of cultural
experiences.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (662) 873-6256.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Delta National Forest glimmers like a great, green jewel surrounded by lazy rivers and spreading agricultural fields.  The Delta is a large, contiguous block of bottomland hardwood forest, seasonally flooded timber, and small sloughs draining into the Big and Little Sunflower Rivers in the Yazoo Basin of the Mississippi River.  It is the only entirely bottomland hardwood ecosystem in the National Forest System.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Enjoy camping, wildlife viewing, hiking, ATV riding, horseback riding, bird and butterfly watching, canoeing, kayaking, hunting, and fishing all within the Delta National Forest.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Facilities are spread throughout the Forest.  There are four restroom facilities located along FS Roads 715, 717, 720, and 707.  All sites are primitive and potable water is available at the Delta Ranger District work center on FSR 703.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Delta National Forest lies in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley and is surrounded by bayous, rivers, and lakes.  The terrain is relatively flat, with majestic Bald Cypress trees and other hardwoods.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Nearby attractions within an hour's drive includes Highway 61, the Mississippi Blues Trail; the Mississippi Mound Trail; Jim Henson Muppet Museum; Vicksburg Military Park; Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge Complex and Holt Collier National Wildlife Refuge; B. B. King Museum; and a host of cultural experiences. 
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (662) 873-6256.

Blue Lake Boat Ramp Picnic Area

Blue Lake Boat Ramp Picnic Area 1

DELTA NATIONAL FOREST - CAMPING

Blue Lake Boat Ramp Picnic Area 2

Delta National Forest   Camping

## Overview

**This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and
claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by
scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay
feature.**

**If this option is available, you will need to first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.**

## Recreation

Marathon Lake provides various recreational oppurtunties. This includes
activities such as biking, hiking, boating, picnicking, fishing, camping,
swimming, wildlife viewing, and volleyball.

## Facilities

  * 34 campsites with water and electricity
  * 14 picnick tables
  * Sand volleyball court (no ball provided)
  * BBQ grills
  * 2 Pavilions (can be reserved for groups, please call local Forest Service Office at 601-469-3811)
  * Boat Launch
  * Swimming area with sandy beach
  * Hiking Trail (1.7 miles in length)
  * Water fountains
  * Sanitation facilities with showers and flush toilets
  * Dump station for trash

## Natural Features

Marathon Lake is a 50-acre lake located in Smith County. It got its' name from
Marathon Lumber Company which closed in 1929. You will enjoy the beauty and
seclusion of this quiet campground located approximately 15 miles southeast of
Forest, MS and 25 miles northeast of Raleigh, MS. Marathon Recreation area is
equipped with 34 camping sites (with water and electric hook-ups), boat ramp,
swimming area, 2 bath houses (warm showers), picnic shelters, picnic tables
and a hiking trail. The lake has been stocked with catfish, bass and crappie
and is open to bream fishing. A dump station is available. The area has a
volunteer Campground Host on site most of the time.

## Contact Info

This location is staffed. Please call (601) 469-3811 to speak with local
staff.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</strong></p>
<p><strong>If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</strong></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Marathon Lake provides various recreational oppurtunties. This includes activities such as biking, hiking, boating, picnicking, fishing, camping, swimming, wildlife viewing, and volleyball.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<ul>
<li>34 campsites with water and electricity</li>
<li>14 picnick tables</li>
<li>Sand volleyball court (no ball provided)</li>
<li>BBQ grills</li>
<li>2 Pavilions (can be reserved for groups, please call local Forest Service Office at 601-469-3811)</li>
<li>Boat Launch</li>
<li>Swimming area with sandy beach</li>
<li>Hiking Trail (1.7 miles in length)</li>
<li>Water fountains</li>
<li>Sanitation facilities with showers and flush toilets</li>
<li>Dump station for trash</li>
</ul>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Marathon Lake is a 50-acre lake located in Smith County. It got its' name from Marathon Lumber Company which closed in 1929. You will enjoy the beauty and seclusion of this quiet campground located approximately 15 miles southeast of Forest, MS and 25 miles northeast of Raleigh, MS. Marathon Recreation area is equipped with 34 camping sites (with water and electric hook-ups), boat ramp, swimming area, 2 bath houses (warm showers), picnic shelters, picnic tables and a hiking trail. The lake has been stocked with catfish, bass and crappie and is open to bream fishing. A dump station is available. The area has a volunteer Campground Host on site most of the time.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (601) 469-3811 to speak with local staff.

Bienville National Forest Marathon Lake Recreation Area

Welcome to Bienville National Forest

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Marathon Lake Recreation Area Overview Map

Marathon Lake Recreation Area is approximately 50 acres in size located in northern Smith County, Mississippi.

Marathon Lake

Shockaloe Trail Bc 1

Turkey Fork is a popular recreation destination offering premier fishing,
camping, picnicking and watersports activities, such as swimming and water
skiing. It has two developed campgrounds, a boat ramp and floating dock, two
swimming areas, three bathhouses and a 240-acre lake stocked with bass,
crappie and bluegill.  

Turkey Fork's 20 RV campsites have picnic tables, grills, water and electrical
hookups. A dump station is located within the campground loop. Day use
visitors will find secluded picnicking sites located near the beach. A
.75-mile hiking trail connects the day use area to the camping area.

<p>Turkey Fork is a popular recreation destination offering premier fishing, camping, picnicking and watersports activities, such as swimming and water skiing.&nbsp;It has two developed campgrounds, a boat ramp and floating dock, two swimming areas, three bathhouses&nbsp;and a 240-acre lake stocked with bass, crappie&nbsp;and bluegill.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p>Turkey Fork&#39;s&nbsp;20 RV campsites have picnic tables, grills, water and electrical hookups.&nbsp;A dump station is located within the campground loop.&nbsp;Day use visitors will find secluded picnicking sites located near the beach. A .75-mile hiking trail connects the day use area to the camping area.</p>

**Entrance Fees:**  
$5 per vehicle, per day.  
Over 6 people, add $1 per person.  
Covers day-use, picnic area, and boat launch.  
Use new fee machine.  
  
**Campground Fees:**  
$20 per campsite, per night at the full service camping area.  
$7 per campsite, per night at the tent camping area.  
Covers use of all other areas.  
Use new fee machine.

Turkey Fork

## Overview

Turkey Fork Recreation Area is the most popular recreation area on the DeSoto
National Forest and one of the most visited outdoor recreation areas in south
Mississippi, offering three bathhouses, a picnic area, two swim areas, a boat
ramp, a floating pier, 20 RV campsites, and 8 primitive camping sites, which
surround a 240-acre lake

The lake is stocked with catfish, bass, and bluegill. Recreational
opportunities at Turkey Fork include fishing, water sports, camping,
picnicking, and hiking. With all these opportunites, a visit to Turkey Fork
Recreation Area will provide its visitors with an enjoyable outdoor experience
and memories to take home.

## Recreation

Turkey Fork is a popular recreation destination offering premier fishing,
camping, picnicking and watersports activities, such as swimming and skiing.

It has a boat ramp, floating dock, two swim areas, and three bathhouses. The
240 acre lake stocked with bass, crappie, and bluegill. Day use visitors will
find secluded picnicking sites located near the beach. A ¾ mile hiking trail
connects the day use area to the camping area.

## Facilities

The campground has six RV campsites available for reservation. Additional RV
campsites are available on a first-come, first served basis. Each campsite has
water and electric hookups, picnic table, and fire-ring with grill. Flush
toilets, and showers is available at the campground bathhouse. A campground
host is on-site.

## Natural Features

Turkey Fork Recreation Area is built around the 240-acre Turkey Fork
Reservoir.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Turkey Fork Recreation Area is the most popular recreation area on the DeSoto National Forest and one of the most visited outdoor recreation areas in south Mississippi, offering three bathhouses, a picnic area, two swim areas, a boat ramp, a floating pier, 20 RV campsites, and 8 primitive camping sites, which surround a 240-acre lake</p>
<p>The lake is stocked with catfish, bass, and bluegill. Recreational opportunities at Turkey Fork include fishing, water sports, camping, picnicking, and hiking. With all these opportunites, a visit to Turkey Fork Recreation Area will provide its visitors with an enjoyable outdoor experience and memories to take home. </p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Turkey Fork is a popular recreation destination offering premier fishing, camping, picnicking and watersports activities, such as swimming and skiing. </p>
<p>  It has a boat ramp, floating dock, two swim areas, and three bathhouses. The 240 acre lake stocked with bass, crappie, and bluegill. Day use visitors will find secluded picnicking sites located near the beach. A ¾ mile hiking trail connects the day use area to the camping area.</p>


<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground has six RV campsites available for reservation.  Additional RV campsites are available on a first-come, first served basis.  Each campsite has water and electric hookups, picnic table, and fire-ring with grill.  Flush toilets, and showers is available at the campground bathhouse.  A campground host is on-site.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Turkey Fork Recreation Area is built around the 240-acre Turkey Fork Reservoir.</p>

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