Choctaw Lake
Open — Open year-round. Sites are first-come, first-served through December, then reservable starting January 1. The campground is unstaffed with a self-pay fee station at the entrance.
Safety, caution urged during hunting season
With hunting season underway, the National Forests in Mississippi is reminding all forest visitors to exercise caution and safety when visiting a national forest. Hunting is a safe, recreational sport. Some visitors, however, are sometimes surprised when they meet hunters on the forest.
Forest Closure Orders
The following are summaries of prohibited acts on the National Forests in Mississippi. A copy of each of the Forest Supervisor's Orders can be obtained from the Supervisor's Office in Jackson or any one of the six Ranger District Offices.
De Soto Rec Areas close as severe weather approaches
JACKSON, Miss. – March 13, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is temporarily closing all recreation areas on both districts of the De Soto National Forests as a precaution as severe weather approaches the area.De Soto Ranger District:
Forest Service fights wildfires in Greene County
JACKSON, Miss. – March 13, 2025 — Forest Service firefighters are currently working to contain two wildfires in Greene County on the Chickasawhay Ranger District.
Delta NF Road 720/721 closed
Date(s): Feb 19, 2025Delta National Forest road 720/721 is temporarily closed due to the Little Sunflower river water elevation
Homochitto Road 102 closed near 102G
Date(s): May 3, 2021Forest Service Road 102 is closed on near the 102G intersection due to slide concerns on the Homochitto National Forest. Call the ranger district office for more information at 601-384-5876.
About
Scenic Choctaw Lake Campground surrounds 100-acre Choctaw Lake in the Tombigbee National Forest of northeastern Mississippi. The recreation area offers a comprehensive range of outdoor activities including camping, fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and mountain biking. Anglers can fish for largemouth bass, bream, catfish, and crappie from the shore, boats, or an accessible fishing pier. The campground features 20 campsites with electric and water hookups, alongside a day-use area with 35 picnic sites and three picnic pavilions. Modern facilities include two bath houses with flush toilets and showers, two boat ramps, and a swimming beach. An accessible walking trail circles the lake for leisurely strolls, while a moderate 3-mile trail departs from the campground for more adventurous hikers. Choctaw Lake Recreation Area also serves as the trailhead for the Noxubee Hills mountain bike trail, a 26-mile moderate-to-experienced route popular with both hikers and bikers. The campground is unstaffed with a self-pay fee station at the entrance. Located near the Natchez Trace Parkway and just 5 miles south of Ackerman, the area provides a peaceful retreat with opportunities to observe diverse birds and wildlife.
Directions
From Ackerman, travel 2.5 miles south on Highway 15. Turn left onto Choctaw Lake Road and travel 1 mile east to the main entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 55ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 55ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (662) 285-3264 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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