Best Campgrounds near Oakland, MS

Campgrounds near Oakland, Mississippi cluster around the shores of Enid Lake, a popular recreation area in north-central Mississippi. Long Branch and Point Pleasant campgrounds provide convenient lake access within the city limits, while nearby options include Wallace Creek, Persimmon Hill, and George P. Cossar State Park. Tent camping, RV sites with full hookups, and even some cabin accommodations are available at various locations. Fishing is particularly popular, with Enid Lake recognized as one of America's top fishing spots for crappie, and many campgrounds featuring boat ramps, fish cleaning stations, and water access points.

Most developed campgrounds in the Oakland area provide concrete pads with water and electrical hookups, while some like Persimmon Hill offer full hookup sites including sewer connections. Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend camping during warm months when sites fill quickly. The region experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters, making year-round camping possible. Many campgrounds remain open throughout the year, though services may be limited in winter. A camper noted, "Stayed here on a Sunday afternoon into Monday. I use to come as a young child and the campground still looks great. Nice hosts, solid Verizon cell service. Clean bath house. Many areas to access the water throughout the campground."

The camping experience around Oakland centers on lake activities, with waterfront sites commanding premium spots at most campgrounds. Concrete pads, picnic tables, and fire rings are standard at the more developed sites. Several visitors highlight the spaciousness of camping areas, particularly at Corps of Engineers-managed properties like Wallace Creek and Persimmon Hill. As described in feedback on The Dyrt, "Almost all spots in this campground offer views of Enid Lake. Lots of tall trees with brush cleared out, so you don't lose the view." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, particularly deer sightings in the early morning and evening hours. Facilities are generally well-maintained with clean bathhouses, though some campgrounds like George P. Cossar State Park have been described as showing their age with dated amenities and infrastructure requiring maintenance.

Best Camping Sites Near Oakland, Mississippi (46)

    1. Wallace Creek

    13 Reviews
    Pope, MS
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 563-4571

    $30 - $50 / night

    "Stock up on supplies because there is not much around. Sites are really nice and spacious with paved driveways and patios. "

    "Enid Lake has an earthen dam and was built for flood control. We enjoyed the nearby North Mississippi Fish Hatchery and Visitors Center."

    2. Persimmon Hill(enid Lake)

    12 Reviews
    Oakland, MS
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 563-4571

    $30 - $50 / night

    "Also the north mississippi fish hatchery is here but closed for the holidays."

    "All sites are generously sized with plenty of room and flat spots to put a tent, plus more than half of the sites have a view of the lake."

    3. George P. Cossar State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Oakland, MS
    5 miles
    Website

    "Lakeside sites would allow for boat pull-up within view."

    "We stay at Cossar pretty often, due to it being close to home. We have always stayed on the Yocona Ridge loop, and it has been a nice campground."

    4. Chickasaw Hill

    5 Reviews
    Pope, MS
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 563-4571

    $30 - $50 / night

    "There are 7 walk in sites grouped together. Each site had their own electric box and shared a water faucet. Not much privacy, but my daughter loved running around with the other kids."

    "New to fulltime rv life we chose to spend a week at this quiet off the beaten path campground on our way west . This place offers nice concrete pads with full hookups that are relatively level."

    5. North Abutment

    10 Reviews
    Grenada, MS
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 226-5911

    $30 - $50 / night

    "Rolling hills in Mississippi but all the sites are level concrete pads with water and electric (50A). There are three circles each with their own dump station and paved roads."

    "Many of the sites have lots of room and are spaced away from their neighbors. Ranger was very nice and helpful. We chose the loop that overlooked the small lake."

    6. Long Branch

    2 Reviews
    Oakland, MS
    6 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    7. Point Pleasant

    1 Review
    Sam Rayburn Reservoir, MS
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (662) 563-4571

    8. Ford's Well

    1 Review
    Sam Rayburn Reservoir, MS
    7 miles

    "Good fishing on enid lake"

    9. Plum Point Campground

    1 Review
    Pope, MS
    7 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "Goodspot surrounded by rednecks"

    10. Fords Well Horse Camp

    1 Review
    Sam Rayburn Reservoir, MS
    8 miles
    Website

    "Trails are marked and well-maintained."

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Recent Reviews near Oakland, MS

186 Reviews of 46 Oakland Campgrounds


  • Bryce K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Puskus Lake

    Good spot, busy on weekends

    Amazing spot stayed here for 6 days no problems and enjoyed it a ton. If you have solar or starlink pick your spot wisely as a lot I have a ton of trees.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Wall Doxey State Park Campground

    Pricey but ok for an overnight

    Heavily wooded campground with large sites well spaced. Concrete pads for your camper rig but watch your step. Lots of erosion around the edges. Sites do have electric and water service. I thought prices were a little high. With registration fee and taxes my two nights stay was about $70.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Oak Grove (MS) — Sardis Lake

    Good place

    Quiet campground with a lake you can fish and have a fishing boat. Pontoons are acceptable. Bathrooms are decent and the camps pot accommodated my 36ft 5th wheel.

  • Jenna L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Hugh White State Park Campground

    Great views!

    This is a nice little campground, and really beautiful views of the water if you can get along the water. The sites are nice and grassy, and a lot of the sites have privacy bushes and things of that nature. There's no amenities at each campsite, like electric, but there are water spigots throughout the camp. Good cell service, and very quiet.

  • Anna D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Hernando Point

    Great campground

    Sites are paved and full hookups at site. Nice view!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 3, 2025

    Hernando Point

    Beautiful and Quiet

    The sites were easy to get into and the campground was quiet and the setting is really beautiful. Would recommend!!

  • C
    Mar. 21, 2025

    Wall Doxey State Park Campground

    Nice stay

    Camped 4days/3nights. Really nice wooded sites. Water and Electric on site. Wifi-Tmobile worked fine whole trip. Not a lot of campers while I was here. Quiet and Peaceful. I did not use bathroom facilities. No one available at check-in however I had reserved and paid ahead. Staff drove around regularly. Felt safe here as a solo female tent camper with a dog. Would visit again

  • Jadon B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 15, 2025

    Prophet Bridge

    Boat ramp with picnic area

    Out of the way. Decent sized parking lot with boat ramp, picnic tables, and trash cans. Unfortunately it seems like the regulars dont know what the trash cans are for.

  • L F.
    Oct. 31, 2024

    Eagle Point Primitive Campground

    Unsafe

    I had a horrible experience at this campsite. Rolled up to find one (miserable) couple there. They were blasting music out of their car which is whatever and I waved hello and they just stared. Multiple cars came thru the campsite at night, shining their headlights every which way. Even though it says don’t enter past a certain point unless you are camping, this is clearly a spot for locals to do what they cannot do at home. At 2am I hear barking and one of my dogs busts through my tent. I go out there and there is a pack of wild dogs scouring the campsite. They weren’t terrifying or coming at us, but it was still scary. No more than 10 mins later two cars surround my tent with headlights, which is really scary for anyone, but I am a young woman traveling alone. Apparently the couple called the cops saying my dogs had been barking all night. There was brief barking and it was the wild dogs who were actually eating the trash the evil couple left out. Even if my dogs were barking, why is surrounding my tent with only headlights at 2am appropriate? I couldn’t see anything. Never saw a ranger, immediately left in the morning. Sorry for the essay, just hope to spare someone a similar experience. It is beautiful tho.


Guide to Oakland

Camping options near Oakland, Mississippi extend beyond Enid Lake, with locations offering additional recreational activities and varying amenities. The area sits at approximately 260 feet above sea level in the rolling hills of north-central Mississippi, where winters are mild with occasional freezes and summer temperatures often exceed 90°F with high humidity. Seasonal water level fluctuations at Enid Lake affect campsite availability and water access points throughout the year.

What to do

Fishing for crappie: Wallace Creek provides excellent access to Enid Lake's renowned fishing opportunities. "This is another great Corps of Engineers parks where you find really nice campsites set on great waterfront setting. The campground sits on Enid Lake which is recognized as one of 'One of America's Top 10 Fishing Spots,'" notes Nancy W., who camped at Wallace Creek.

Disc golf: George P. Cossar State Park offers a course for disc golf enthusiasts. A camper reported, "There is a Frisbee golf course that has gotten better over time. The course is now marked very well. The miniature golf course is old, but kids will still like it," according to Steve G. who visited George P. Cossar State Park Campground.

Kayaking and swimming: Ford's Well provides good water access for paddlers. "Great spot. Good fishing on enid lake," notes Caleb, highlighting the recreation possibilities at this less-developed Ford's Well campsite near Oakland, Mississippi.

Wildlife viewing: Persimmon Hill offers opportunities for nature observation. "Lots of wildlife to observe. I've never seen more deer, especially close up, in my life!" shares Shana D. about her camping experience at Persimmon Hill.

What campers like

Spacious sites with lake views: Campers consistently praise the generous site sizes at Persimmon Hill. "Almost all spots in this campground offer views of Enid Lake. Lots of tall trees with brush cleared out, so you don't loose the view," reports Shana D. about Persimmon Hill Campground.

Clean facilities: The bathhouses at North Abutment earn positive reviews. "There are several bathrooms spread out through the campground. They are old, but the one we used was clean," notes Shana D. about North Abutment.

Affordable rates: The Corps of Engineers campgrounds offer good value. "They just added sewer with makes a full hookup at $20/night a total bargain. Each site has a fire pit, picnic table, bbq grill, small concrete stand next to bbq, and lantern crook," reports Nancy W. about Wallace Creek.

Cell service: Most campgrounds maintain decent connectivity. "Good ATT & Verizon cell service. Did not try OTA TV," shares Gary P. about his stay at Persimmon Hill.

What you should know

Winter water levels: Lake water levels impact site selection and activities. "Site has 30 50 15 amp, water and sewer. Concrete pad with extra concrete vehicle parking. This site will be waterfront in summer but with the winter let down no water right now," explains Richard about Persimmon Hill during Christmas camping.

Site quality varies within campgrounds: At Chickasaw Hill, "The campground was well maintained. The bathrooms were well kept, including showers. The only downside is the sites are very close together!" reports Tiffani H. about Chickasaw Hill.

Weekend popularity: Local campgrounds fill quickly, especially in warm months. "This place was full of families for the Memorial Day weekend," notes Bran P. regarding North Abutment.

Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds can be difficult to reach. "The route to the park is a bit tricky, as a bridge is out. But should be completed by this spring, I was told," shared Gary P. about Persimmon Hill.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas. At Chickasaw Hill, "There is a day use area with a boat ramp, pavilion, beach, and playground. The only downside is the sites are very close together! We stayed in a tent and I booked based on the map. The tent sites are not shown correctly," cautions Tiffani H.

Kid-friendly activities: Recreation options keep children entertained. "Yokona ridge has a great playground for kids with the putt-putt golf course a short walk away. 4$+tax per person to play," notes Suzi T. about George P. Cossar State Park.

Tent camping considerations: Concrete pads may be uncomfortable for tent campers without proper padding. "The tent pad was covered in pine needles, making it nice and soft," reported Michael Austin S. about Wallace Creek's site accommodation.

Weather preparation: High humidity and heat can be challenging for families. "We tent camped for the weekend at George Payne Cossar State Park in March. It was still a bit cold and the pollen had come out - looked like snow falling in my headlamp," shared Blair M.

Tips from RVers

Site selection for big rigs: Many campgrounds accommodate larger vehicles but require careful navigation. "The campground is pretty hilly but the roads were easy enough for us to navigate in our 45' RV and tow car," notes Nancy W. about Wallace Creek.

Hookup availability: Full hookups are not universal at all campgrounds. "Full hookups, level, clean and top rated bathroom facilities. The view is great from every camp spot," reports Thomas W. about Persimmon Hill.

Parking options: Extra vehicle space varies by site. "Very big rig friendly with large concrete pads with a little extra room for a boat or toad," shares Gary P. about Persimmon Hill's accommodations.

Dumpster locations: Waste disposal points may not be conveniently located. "Every site was full hook up. $12 a day with geezer pass. This wasn't our first time & hopefully not our last. Just off 55. Only falut might be, the dumpsters are at the entrance of the park. None in/near the campground," notes Gary P.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Oakland, MS?

According to TheDyrt.com, Oakland, MS offers a wide range of camping options, with 46 campgrounds and RV parks near Oakland, MS and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Oakland, MS?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Oakland, MS is Wallace Creek with a 4.8-star rating from 13 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Oakland, MS?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Oakland, MS.

What parks are near Oakland, MS?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Oakland, MS that allow camping, notably Sam Rayburn Reservoir and Enid Lake.