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TravelerTurkey Creek Water Park
Relax and Enjoy Simplicity
Small area for camping but new area for bringing horses to camp and trail ride. Clean with nice bunk houses. Fishing was good and sunsets amazing.
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Turkey Creek Water Park features a new area for horse camping and trail riding. The campground provides clean facilities with bunk houses available for overnight stays. While the camping area is small, it offers adequate space for horses and their owners. The park maintains level campsites with lake views and access to water recreation. Bathroom facilities include hot showers and laundry services. Fishing opportunities are excellent with lily pads and bass in the reservoir. The campground is quiet and peaceful, creating a relaxing atmosphere for equestrians and their animals. Recent improvements have created more level sites for camping vehicles and trailers.
Trails around Turkey Creek provide scenic riding opportunities with classic Mississippi woodland views. The campground serves as a good alternative when sites in the nearby National Forest are full. Visitors can enjoy mountain biking and hiking on easy trails when not riding horses. The park offers boat rentals for those wanting to explore the reservoir or enjoy water skiing. A sandy beach area provides additional recreation options. The campground is not far from Jackson, which can make it busier during peak seasons. Gates secure the property at night, providing security for horses and equipment. The staff is noted for being friendly and helpful to equestrian campers.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Forest (5)
1. Bienville National Forest Shockaloe Base Camp 1
from $7 / night
Check Availability2. Turkey Creek Water Park
"Small area for camping but new area for bringing horses to camp and trail ride. Clean with nice bunk houses. Fishing was good and sunsets amazing."
"There is mountain biking and hiking (all easy trails), a sandy beach, and just a nice relaxing atmosphere. The campgrounds are simple but modernized, moderate size, ."
3. Yogi on the Lake
"The site was very sloped so getting in the camper was difficult because the steps were so high off the ground."
4. Dunns Falls Water Park
"Camping area is about five tables and grills scattered on edge of property. No real sites (no tent pads, no fire rings)."
from $15 / night
Check Availability5. Big Creek Water Park Pat Harrison Waterway District
Drive Time
- 36 min from Jackson, MS
- 1 hr 24 min from Hattiesburg, MS
- 2 hrs 22 min from Tuscaloosa, AL
- 2 hrs 25 min from Gulfport, MS
Equestrian Camping Reviews near Forest, MS
17 Reviews of 5 Forest Campgrounds
- Gregory H.
GuideDunns Falls Water Park
Okay for one night
Camping area is about five tables and grills scattered on edge of property. No real sites (no tent pads, no fire rings). Surprisingly little regulation: fires allowed anywhere, swimming “not recommended.” The friendly camp hosts actually encouraged me to camp in the day use/picnic area, since it is closer to the flush restrooms. Water spigots scattered around but most don’t work. Gate to park locks at 5pm (key provided at check in) which is nice for security. Clean area. Close to a highway but few cars traveling at night. I was the only person camping on a weekday.
$15/night. Not bad considering the locking gate and restrooms with water. The historical structures are neat, as is the waterfall. The whole park can be explored in less than an hour, so I can’t imagine staying multiple nights.
- Lynn G.
RangerTurkey Creek Water Park
On the Turkey Creek reservoir
By “water park” they mean “park with recreation activities on the water” not a man made park with slides and rides. This was devastating news for our friend’s young daughter! Enjoy fishing and especially water skiing with your own boat or a boat rented on site. There is mountain biking and hiking (all easy trails), a sandy beach, and just a nice relaxing atmosphere. The campgrounds are simple but modernized, moderate size, . They have a large building to rent for reunions.
Yay: great peaceful area with classic MS views. Wooded and private campsites.
Nay: costs a little more to access the lake (not bad, just a surprise). Not too far from Jackson so it felt a little crowded.
Surprise: we stayed here when the sites in the nearby National Forest were full and enjoyed it so much we added a day to our trip. That you can rent boats on site makes it so much easier!
- AAshley S.Traveler
Yogi on the Lake
Looks like it would be fun in the summer
We stopped quick passing through and it was nice an quiet. Seemed like they had a lot of water activities for summer time. We will definitely be back in the summer for a visit.
Our site was a very tight pull thru site. We definitely wouldn't of been able to pull out if the park was full. The site was very sloped so getting in the camper was difficult because the steps were so high off the ground.
Tony H.
ScoutTurkey Creek Water Park
Great Campground
This is one of the best campgrounds around hands down plenty of space not crowded and the people that work there are super friendly and helpful. We go there all the time.
- NNelwyn B.Traveler
Turkey Creek Water Park
Pretty campground
Small campground on a lake. Pretty and quiet. Recent work on campsites to create level sites. Enjoy camping there.
Cindy S.RangerTurkey Creek Water Park
Hidden Gem
Quite and peaceful small campground with bathroom, hot showers and laundry available. Nice campsite with lake view. Staff is friendly.
Shawn & vicki M.ScoutBienville National Forest Shockaloe Base Camp 1
OK camping
Place is ok bathroom gross Train noise but not to bad Fire pits need to be cleaned out
- JJackie H.Traveler
Yogi on the Lake
unlevel pads for RV's
The rv gravel pads were extremely un-level, even after waiting 2 hours, watching them add 7 tractor buckets of gravel the pad was still un-level and they finally let us move our spot. When we booked our trip we were told there was a water fee, which wasn't charged until after Memorial Day because the pool, splash pad, and slide were not operational. We arrived the Wednesday after Memorial day and was told the pool was good and the slide would be up and running in a day or two, the slide was not even on premises! When it arrived, the workers said it normally takes at least a week or two to install. We swam in the pool one day, but the filer was not working, so the water was disgusting, I couldn't even see my feet, and the bottom of the pool was covered in sand. We were there for 5 days, and were informed the "water fee" isn't a water fee, it's a park fee, $6 per person per day for nothing! Therefore we spent $150 on nothing. Also, we didn't remove our sway bars from our truck because it was raining and the first night they were stolen off our truck. I would not go back to this park.
Guide to Forest
Turkey Creek Water Park in Decatur offers equestrian facilities near Forest, Mississippi. The park maintains separate areas for traditional camping and horse camping with dedicated trails. The campground sits on a reservoir and stays open year-round, with most facilities accessible regardless of season. Fishing is productive with multiple species available.
What to do
Water recreation activities: Turkey Creek reservoir provides opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming. Lynn G. notes, "Enjoy fishing and especially water skiing with your own boat or a boat rented on site. There is mountain biking and hiking (all easy trails), a sandy beach, and just a nice relaxing atmosphere."
Equestrian trail riding: Turkey Creek Water Park features dedicated horse camping areas and trail systems through Mississippi woodlands. Kesha reports, "Small area for camping but new area for bringing horses to camp and trail ride. Clean with nice bunk houses. Fishing was good and sunsets amazing."
Historical site exploration: Visitors can explore regional historical structures at nearby Dunns Falls Water Park. Christopher T. mentions, "Lots of stairs to descend/ascend to get to the bottom of the falls. Nice historical building. I was the only camper there when I stayed. Very quiet."
What campers like
Peaceful atmosphere: The quieter setting at horse campgrounds near Forest, Mississippi allows for relaxation. Cindy S. shares, "Quite and peaceful small campground with bathroom, hot showers and laundry available. Nice campsite with lake view. Staff is friendly."
Alternative to National Forest: Yogi on the Lake provides additional camping options when other sites are full. Regina J. states, "Wonderful stay!!" with many campers appreciating the variety of amenities available.
Level camping sites: Recent improvements have enhanced the camping experience at several locations. Nelwyn B. confirms, "Small campground on a lake. Pretty and quiet. Recent work on campsites to create level sites. Enjoy camping there."
What you should know
Campsite limitations: Some equestrian campgrounds near Forest have limited space but adequate facilities. Tony H. reports about Turkey Creek Water Park, "This is one of the best campgrounds around hands down plenty of space not crowded and the people that work there are super friendly and helpful. We go there all the time."
Water fees vs. park fees: Some parks charge additional fees for water recreation access. At Yogi on the Lake, campers should clarify fee structures before arrival as some visitors have reported confusion about what amenities are included.
Gate closures and security: Many area campgrounds implement security measures. Gregory H. notes about Dunns Falls, "Gate to park locks at 5pm (key provided at check in) which is nice for security. Clean area. Close to a highway but few cars traveling at night."
Tips for camping with families
Activity centers for rainy days: Big Creek Water Park provides facilities that work regardless of weather. Casey P. states, "Tent camping with the family was a great time. Grounds are nice with boat access. Clean restrooms."
Check facility operations: Confirm that water amenities are functioning before planning your trip, especially early or late in the season when maintenance may affect availability.
Clarify what "water park" means: Some locations use "water park" to indicate natural water features rather than constructed slides and attractions. Lynn G. explains, "By 'water park' they mean 'park with recreation activities on the water' not a man made park with slides and rides. This was devastating news for our friend's young daughter!"
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Prepare leveling equipment when visiting equestrian campgrounds near Forest. Ashley S. cautions, "Our site was a very tight pull thru site. We definitely wouldn't of been able to pull out if the park was full. The site was very sloped so getting in the camper was difficult because the steps were so high off the ground."
Monthly rates available: Long-term stays are possible at several campgrounds with discounted rates. Claire M. mentions, "Very good monthly rate. Kiddos were obsessed with jumping pillow. Nice place!"
Limited dump stations: Plan waste management carefully as not all facilities offer full hookups. Some smaller equestrian campgrounds prioritize horse facilities over RV amenities.
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