Mccurdy Point

Closed — Currently closed for the winter season. The boat ramp is usable year-round when the area is open. Picnic shelters are first-come, first-served.

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From Recreation.gov

All Picnic Shelters are currently first come first served.

Ice Storm Warning issued January 22 at 11:36AM CST until January 25 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Memphis TN

January 22nd, 11:36 AM — 6:30 AM

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations between one half and one inch. * WHERE...Portions of North Mississippi and West Tennessee. * WHEN...From 6 PM Friday to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Expect power outages that last more than a day and extensive tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.

About

McCurdy Point Recreation Area is a day use facility operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the north end of Enid Dam at Enid Lake in Yalobusha County, Mississippi. The recreation area provides excellent access to the lake for boating and fishing, with a year-round boat ramp, courtesy boat dock and pier, and bank fishing opportunities. The facility features 6 individual picnic sites equipped with grills and tables, 3 single covered picnic sites, and a large group picnic shelter available for reservation. An accessible comfort station with flush toilets serves visitors. The picnic areas and amenities are nestled among towering native pine and oak trees, providing shade and habitat for local wildlife including squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, deer, butterflies, geese and a variety of birds. A fish cleaning station is available for anglers. The area is conveniently located off Interstate 55 at exit 233, making it easily accessible for day trips to enjoy picnicking, boating, and fishing on Enid Lake. This is a day use area only and does not offer overnight camping. Nearby camping is available at other Enid Lake campgrounds including Wallace Creek, Persimmon Hill, Chickasaw Hill, Ford's Well, and Water Valley Landing. The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville offer additional services including shopping, restaurants, and hotels.

Directions

Take exit 233 off Interstate 55 toward Enid Lake. Go east on County Road 36 for 0.8 miles. Take a left onto County Road 38 for 0.4 miles. Take a right onto County Road 189 and you have arrived at the destination.