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.
USDA Forest Service Continues Response to Ice Storm Impacts on National Forest System Lands
Response work continuesHolly Springs, Tombigbee and Delta National Forests sustained damage from ice during Winter Storm Fern. Trees have been weakened, some roads are covered with downed trees and broken limbs.
Holly Springs National Forest Roads and Travel Hazards
Downed trees and debris are making many roads dangerous and impassible throughout the HollySprings National Forests. Visitors should avoid traveling in impacted areas until hazards are removed.
USDA Forest Service Responds to Ice Storm Impacts on National Forest System Lands
Ice and trees are still present on the roads throughout the Holly Springs and Delta National Forests.Crews are assessing damage, clearing debris, and restoring safe access where conditions allow.
USDA Forest Service Responds to Ice Storm Impacts on National Forest Lands
USDA Forest Service crews are clearing debris and restoring access on National Forest System lands in north Mississippi, including the Delta and the Holly Springs National Forest, after last week’s ice storm.
Holly Springs/Tombigbee NF Temporarily Close Recreation Areas
Severe weather is expected this evening, Friday, January 23, 2025. The Tombigbee and Holly Springs National Forests have temporarily closed the following recreation areas: Chewalla Lake, Puskus Lake, Davis Lake and Choctaw Lake.
Caution Winter Weather Conditions
Current ConditionsA winter weather system is impacting most of Mississippi, creating hazardous conditions across the National Forests in Mississippi. Visitors should anticipate:
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.
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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