Water Valley Landing Day Use Area

Water Valley Landing Day Use Area

Part of Enid Lake

Overview

Water Valley Landing is a quiet, family-orinted campground and day use area along the banks of Enid Lake in the forests of northeast Mississippi. View a virtual tour of Enid Lake 

Facilities

Water Valley Landing Campground offers 29 campsites, and modern amenties like full hookups and flush toilets are provided. A playground trail and interpretive trail offer additional recreation opportunities. Picnic ares complete with grills and tables make the area perfect for family trips. Picnic shelter is available for large groups.

Natural Features

Enid Lake is part of a dam project on the Yoccona River. The dam creates almost 16,000 acres of water for the millions of annual visitors to enjoy. An additiona 44,000 acres of thick, gree forests surrounding the lake offer countless opportunities for campers, equestrians, hikers and more.

Recreation

Enid Lake has been recognized as one of America's Top 10 Fishing Spots, with white crappie, bass and catfish available in abundance. The lake is the home of the world record white crappie, which weighed an impressive 5 pounds, 3 ounces. Fishing tournaments are held annually at the lake. Hiking trails wind along the lakeshore and throughout the surrounding landscape, offering hiking and biking opportunities. Boating is a popular pastime on the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville, Mississippi offers shopping, hotels, restaurants and emergency care facilities if needed. Memphis, Tennessee, approximately 60 miles, offers tours of Graceland, Elvis Presley home. His birthplace is located in nearby Tupelo, Mississippi. 

Important Notices

  • America Beautiful Senior and Access card are not accepted for picnic shelter reservation. 

    Picnic shelter may be reserved for $50.00/day. Reservation does not include boat ramp fee.

    Boat Ramp and beach fees are $5.00 per vehicle.

    No Pets in buildings.

    No ATV's allowed.

    If camping you must have a camping reservation before setting up camping equipment on a site. 

Notifications and Alerts

  • All Picnic Shelters are currently "first come first served".

Available Activities

  • Boating - Boating
  • Camping - Camping
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Hiking - Hiking

Directions

<p>From Interstate 55, take exit 227 onto State Route 32 east and continue for 17 miles. Turn onto County Road 53 and continue for 2 miles. Following signs into the campground or to boat ramp.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 662-563-4571

Enid Lake Field Office
P.O. Box 10
Enid, MS 38927
363 County Road 553
Water Valley, MS 38965

Rental Options

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Available Campsites

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