HUNT CAMP 79B
Open — Open year-round by reservation only. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance through Recreation.gov. During hunting season, camping is permitted only in designated hunter camps within the Sunflower WMA.
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
Hunt Camp 79B is a designated primitive campsite located in the Delta National Forest, one of the few remaining bottomland hardwood forests in the Mississippi Delta region. The forest covers 60,898 acres in Sharkey County and is managed as the Sunflower Wildlife Management Area. The campsite provides basic amenities including a graveled parking pad, fire ring, lantern post, and picnic table, but no water, restrooms, or other services on-site. Potable water is available at the Delta Work Center on Forest Service Road 703. The Delta National Forest is characterized by flat terrain, majestic bald cypress trees, and other hardwoods, surrounded by bayous, rivers, and lakes. The area is popular with hunters, particularly during deer and waterfowl seasons, and fishing opportunities abound in nearby lakes and ponds. Spring and fall bring excellent birdwatching as the forest serves as a stopover for migratory birds. Note that during hunting season, camping is restricted to designated hunter camps like this one within the Sunflower WMA. The forest also offers miles of ATV trails, horseback riding, and paddling opportunities throughout the year.
Directions
Located in Sharkey County in the Delta National Forest. Potable water is available at Delta Work Center on Forest Service Road 703. Contact the Delta Ranger District Office in Rolling Fork for specific directions.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| 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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (877) 444-6777 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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