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Shockaloe Trail Bc 1

Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens March 1, 2026. The campground typically operates from March 1 through mid-December.

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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

Shockaloe Trail Base Camp 1 serves as the primary camping facility for the Shockaloe Horse Trail system in Bienville National Forest. Located just a quarter mile north of U.S. Highway 80 on Forest Service Road 513, this primitive campground provides essential amenities for equestrians and hikers exploring the 22-mile trail that winds through the northern half of the forest. The Shockaloe Trail is listed in the National Register of Trails and takes riders and hikers through varying terrains and vegetation types, showcasing more than 60 years of forest management practices. The trail is relatively flat with well-defined paths, though stream crossings and wet areas may be encountered depending on recent rainfall. Base Camp 1 operates on a first-come, first-served basis with camping fees of $7 per night. Payment can be made on-site using the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature, or with cash or check. The campground features vault toilets and drinking water from a hand pump. Campers are limited to a 14-day stay. During deer hunting season, wearing orange or bright-colored clothing is recommended.

Directions

The campground is located in Bienville National Forest between Forest and Morton, just north of U.S. Highway 80. From Highway 80, turn north onto Forest Service Road 513 and travel 0.25 miles to Base Camp 1.

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