Closed
— Closed for the winter season. The shelter typically operates during the warmer months and is available for day-use reservations only through Recreation.gov.
About
East Bank Shelter is a group pavilion rental facility managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Okatibbee Lake in Collinsville, Mississippi. Located in East Bank Park at the eastern end of Okatibbee Dam, this covered shelter offers a convenient day-use area for group gatherings and events.
The facility includes electricity, a basketball goal, a small playground, and a large open area behind the shelter for recreational activities. The shelter is designed for day-use only, with the park closing at sunset. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov, and groups are limited to the seating and parking capacity of the shelter area.
The shelter operates under specific use rules including noise restrictions, prohibition of water-intensive activities, and requirements for trash removal. Additional permitting is required for inflatable jump houses and slides. All vehicles must park in designated spaces, and the shelter area must be cleaned and vacated by park closing time. The facility is located on Okatibbee Dam Road, accessible via Tailrace Road to the east end of the dam.
Directions
8490 Okatibbee Dam Road, Collinsville, MS 39325. Follow Tailrace Road to the east end of Okatibbee Dam. The shelter is on the hill on the right side of the road across from a large playground.
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