Established Camping
Plum Point Campground
Plum Point Campground near Pope, Mississippi, is situated by Enid Lake, offering a landscape of forests and water. Temperatures range from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Visitors can explore Enid Lake for fishing and boating or visit the nearby Holly Springs National Forest for hiking.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Enid Lake
Overview
Plum Point Campground is located on the North side of Enid Lake. This campground is designed for individuals to camp without utilities. The campground features eight campsites with no hook-ups. A comfort station, playground, five picnic sites, a beach, natural beach and a boat ramp are located in this area. This area is popular among individuals that enjoy a quite camping experience. It is a quiet, family oriented campground situated along the banks of Enid Lake in forests of northern Mississippi. View a virtual tour of Enid Lake.
Recreation
Enid Lake offers access to the lake for boating, fishing, and designated swimming areas. Enid Lake has been recognized as one of America's Top 10 Fishing Spots, with white crappie, bass and catfish available in abundance. The lake is the home of the world record white crappie, which weighed an impressive 5 pounds, 3 ounces. Fishing tournaments are held annually at the lake. Boating is a popular pastime on the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground.
Natural Features
Enid Lake is part of a dam project on the Yocona River. The dam creates almost 16,000 acres of water for millions of annual visitors to enjoy. An additional 44,000 acres of thick, green forests surrounding the lake offer countless recreational opportunities for campers, equestrians, hikers and more. Some sites ofter a view of the lake. The surrounding woods provide habitat for squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, deer, butterflies, and variety of birds. Visitors will find numerous locations for viewing the local plants and animal species found in this northern Mississippi Hill County.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville, Mississippi offers shopping, hotels, restaurants and emergency care facilities if needed. Memphis, Tennessee, approximately 60 miles, offers tours of Graceland, Elvis Presley home. His birthplace is located in nearby Tupelo, Mississippi.
Location
Plum Point Campground is located in Mississippi
Directions
From I-55, take exit 233 and head east on CR 36/Enid Dam Road. Travel north approximately 3.1 miles. Turn right onto Chapel Hill Road at intersection and travel approximately 1.3 miles. Turn east on Pope Water Valley Road and after 4 miles turn south onto Plum Point Road and continue into the campground appoximately 2.3 miles.
Coordinates
34.160244 N
89.854531 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
