John W. Kyle State Park Campground

Open — Open year-round. Reservations accepted up to 12 months in advance. Park office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.

About

Located on Sardis Reservoir in Panola County, John W. Kyle State Park Campground provides 100 developed camping sites in a scenic lakeside setting. Each site includes water and electric hookups, a picnic table, and grill. The campground features a bathhouse, laundry facility, and central sewage dump station for RV campers. The park is just one hour from Memphis and about 20 miles from the University of Mississippi campus in Oxford, making it a popular destination for football weekends. Beyond camping, the park offers extensive recreational opportunities on Sardis Reservoir including fishing, boating, and water sports. A boat launch ramp is available within the park. The award-winning Mallard Pointe Golf Course features 18 holes and a complete practice facility. Additional amenities include a playground for children, a meeting room that accommodates up to 75 people, and 18 vacation cabins. The park charges a $2 per person entrance fee for day use, with children 5 and under admitted free. Reservations are recommended and can be made up to 12 months in advance through the Mississippi state parks reservation system. Monthly camping may be available by contacting the park office. While there is no designated primitive camping area, tent camping is permitted on developed sites.

Directions

From I-55, take exit 252 and travel east on Highway 315 South for 8 miles. Turn right to enter John W. Kyle State Park Campground.

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