HUNT CAMP 79A
Open year-round. Reservations required at least 48 hours in advance via Recreation.gov. Campers must have reservation receipt on-site. Current fire danger is Low.
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About
Hunt Camp 79A (Site 079A) is a primitive dispersed campsite situated in the Blue Lake Recreation Area of Delta National Forest, the only bottomland hardwood forest in the National Forest System. Located in Sharkey County, Mississippi, this site provides a rustic camping experience in the heart of the Mississippi Delta lowlands. The campsite features a graveled pad, fire ring, lantern post, and picnic table. The 65-foot gravel driveway accommodates back-in access for vehicles including tents, trailers, and RVs up to 30 feet in length. Maximum occupancy is 8 people with 2 vehicles allowed per site. Pets are permitted and campfires are allowed in the provided fire ring. Note that this is a primitive site with no potable water or restrooms at the campsite itself. Potable water is available at the Delta Work Center on Forest Service Road 703. Restroom facilities are located along Forest Service Roads 715, 717, 720, and 707 throughout the forest. Campers should be prepared for bears and other wildlife; proper food storage is required. Alcohol is prohibited on Wildlife Management Areas.
Directions
From Rolling Fork, take Hwy 16 east towards Holly Bluff for approximately 7.5 miles. Turn right (south) onto FR 715 for approximately 3.5 miles, then turn left into Blue Lake Recreation Area.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $7 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (662) 873-6256 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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