This state park campground provides modernized sites with hookups alongside Turkey Creek's sandy beach area. Campers access the property through Decatur, with recent improvements creating level camping pads throughout the small facility. The park operates as a water recreation area rather than an amusement-style water park, focusing on lake activities like fishing, water skiing, and boat rentals available on-site.
Sites offer wooded settings with privacy between spots, though the campground's proximity to Jackson brings moderate weekend crowds. The facility includes hot showers, restrooms, and laundry services in a central building, plus rental options for group gatherings. Cindy S. notes the "nice campsite with lake view" available at select spots. Recent additions include equestrian camping areas with trail access for visitors bringing horses.
Fishing produces consistent results from the shoreline and boat launches. Mountain biking and hiking trails wind through the property, though reviewers describe these as easy-grade routes suitable for most skill levels. The park charges additional fees for lake access beyond basic camping rates. Staff assistance with boat rentals streamlines water activities for campers without their own watercraft.
The combination of lake access, level sites, and full hookups appeals to RV campers and families planning water-focused trips, while those seeking campgrounds around Decatur will find this a well-maintained option with reliable amenities.
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Location
Public CampgroundTurkey Creek Water Park is located in Mississippi
Directions
From jct I-20 (exit 109) & Hwy 15: Go 7 mi N on Hwy 15 to Decatur, then 4-1/2 mi W on park road. Follow signs.
Address
142 Parkway Drive
Decatur, MS 39327
Coordinates
32.4020009 N
89.15300067 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/12/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/12/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 5 min from Jackson, MS
- 1 hr 35 min from Hattiesburg, MS
- 2 hrs 18 min from Tuscaloosa, AL
- 2 hrs 39 min from Mobile, AL
