Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
CHEWALLA LAKE RECREATION AREA
Part of National Forests in Mississippi
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.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.
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.
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.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (662) 236-6741.Important Notices
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- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
Pets are not allowed on the beach.
Notifications and Alerts
Due to the impacts of the ice storm across the area, the recreation area is temporarily closed until the severe weather has passed and the area is cleared of potential safety hazards. 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, Davis Lake, and Choctaw Lake Recreation Areas are temporarily closed.
Available Activities
- Swimming Site - Swimming Site
- Hiking - Hiking
- Camping - Camping
- Historic & Cultural Site - Historic & Cultural Site
- Boating - Boating
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
- Fishing - Fishing
- Picnicking - Picnicking
- Swimming - Swimming
- Water Access - Water Access
- Wilderness - Wilderness
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Canoeing - Canoeing
- Kayaking - Kayaking
Directions
<p>In Holly Springs, Mississippi at the intersection of State Routes 4 and 7, take Route 4 east 1.4 miles to the Chewalla Lake sign. At the sign, bear right and go 5.7 miles to the Chewalla Lake Recreation Area sign (Forest Route 611/Chewalla Lake Road). Turn left at the sign and go 1.3 miles to the campground. Physical address is 726 Chewalla Lake Rd, Holly Springs MS, 38659.</p>
Contact Information
US FOREST SERVICE1000 FRONT STREET
OXFORD, MS 38655
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 039, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop North, Type Standard Electric
- Site 005, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop North, Type Standard Electric
- Site 033, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop North, Type Standard Electric
- Site 013, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 038, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 036, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 035, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Shelter, Loop CHEWALLA LAKE RECREATION AREA, Type Shelter Electric
- Site 016, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop North, Type Standard Electric
- Site 019, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 034, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 042, Loop South, Type Standard Electric
- Site 031, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop North, Type Standard Electric
- Site 041, Loop South, Type Standard Electric
- Site 004, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 037, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 040, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop South, Type Standard Electric
- Site 001, Loop North, Type Standard Electric
- Site 008, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
