Turkey Fork Recreation Area operates as a National Forest campground with electric hookups, water access, and an honor-system payment structure at $20-$40 per night. The campground sits within forested terrain alongside a stocked fishing lake, with sites spaced farther apart than many commercial campgrounds. Reservations are available, and the facility accommodates big rigs on level sites.
Sites include picnic tables, fire rings that double as grills, water hookups, and electric service. No sewer connections are provided at individual sites, though a dump station operates at the campground exit. The bathhouse maintains clean facilities with hot showers, while Forest Service staff provide regular oversight without being intrusive. Ashley F. notes the "honor system" payment method and describes the "friendly" forestry service.
The lake offers two swimming areas, a boat dock, and fishing for stocked species including perch. A primitive camping section provides walk-in sites at lower rates. Some sites present steep approaches or unlevel conditions, particularly affecting larger RVs. Cell service reaches the campground with sufficient strength for streaming on Verizon networks.
The campground fills during peak weekends but often remains quiet during off-peak periods. For campers wanting different amenities, Fulmer's Farmstead and General Store provides an alternative with additional services.
Description
Overview
Turkey Fork Recreation Area is the most popular recreation area on the DeSoto National Forest and one of the most visited outdoor recreation areas in south Mississippi, offering three bathhouses, a picnic area, two swim areas, a boat ramp, a floating pier, 20 RV campsites, and 8 primitive camping sites, which surround a 240-acre lake The lake is stocked with catfish, bass, and bluegill. Recreational opportunities at Turkey Fork include fishing, water sports, camping, picnicking, and hiking. With all these opportunites, a visit to Turkey Fork Recreation Area will provide its visitors with an enjoyable outdoor experience and memories to take home.
Recreation
Turkey Fork is a popular recreation destination offering premier fishing, camping, picnicking and watersports activities, such as swimming and skiing. _It has a boat ramp, floating dock, two swim areas, and three bathhouses. The 240 acre lake stocked with bass, crappie, and bluegill. Day use visitors will find secluded picnicking sites located near the beach. A mile hiking trail connects the day use area to the camping area.
Facilities
The campground has six RV campsites available for reservation. Additional RV campsites are available on a first-come, first served basis. Each campsite has water and electric hookups, picnic table, and fire-ring with grill. Flush toilets, and showers is available at the campground bathhouse. A campground host is on-site.
Natural Features
Turkey Fork Recreation Area is built around the 240-acre Turkey Fork Reservoir.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTurkey Fork Rec Area is located in Mississippi near Richton
Directions
From Hattiesburg Travel East on U.S. Hwy. 42 approximately 21 miles to Richton. From Richton continue east on Hwy. 42 approximately 12 miles to Sandhill. From Laurel Travel South on Hwy. 15 approximately 27 miles to Richton. Turn left onto U.S. Hwy. 42 and travel 12 miles to Sandhill. From Mobile, Alabama Drive approximately 55 miles on U.S. Hwy. 45 North to the MS-AL state lines and travel west on Hwy. 42 for 19 miles to Mississippi County Road 232. Turn left (south) and travel two miles to Turkey Fork.
Address
746 Turkey fork Road
Richton, MS 39476
Coordinates
31.339159 N
88.703293 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/10/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 6/10/26- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/10/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/10/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 53 min from Hattiesburg, MS
- 1 hr 24 min from Mobile, AL
- 1 hr 39 min from Daphne, AL
- 1 hr 45 min from Gulfport, MS
