Enid Lake, located in north-central Mississippi, covers 28,000 surface acres when at capacity. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, dropping in winter for flood control and rising in summer for recreation. The lake sits at approximately 230 feet above sea level in gently rolling terrain characterized by pine and hardwood forests. RV parks near Enid Lake feature predominantly wooded settings with varying degrees of shade and lake access.
What to do
Frisbee golf at Cossar State Park: The course has improved over time and is now well-marked. "We had decent cell phone service here. There is no park WIFI. There is a Frisbee golf course that has gotten better over time. The course is now marked very well," noted a visitor at George P. Cossar State Park Campground.
Bank fishing along lake edges: Fish from shore at multiple access points throughout the area. "During our stay, we bank fished, walked the paved walking trail and our son took advantage of the upgraded playground and basketball court. Lots of wildlife to observe. I've never seen more deer, especially close up, in my life," reported a camper at Persimmon Hill(enid Lake).
Mini golf with kids: The course is older but still entertaining for younger children. "The day use area is nicer with a new pavilion, nice playground and a bare bones mini golf that would probably entertain very young children," according to a camper at George P. Cossar State Park.
Scenic walking paths: Explore designated trails along the shoreline. "Nice walking paths along the lakes edge provides a great place for a view of the sunset," shared a visitor at Howard Stafford Park Campground.
What campers like
Quiet weekday camping: Weekdays offer more solitude before weekend crowds arrive. "Very nice and clean campground. Quiet and peaceful on weekdays," mentioned a camper at Persimmon Hill.
Clean, heated restrooms: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept facilities year-round. "Bathroom is directly in front with toilets and showers. Very clean and warm (low Christmas eve and Christmas 23)," noted a winter visitor at Pats Bluff.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The area supports diverse wildlife, especially deer. "Lots of wildlife to observe. I've never seen more deer, especially close up, in my life," shared an enthusiastic camper at Persimmon Hill.
Concrete pads at multiple campgrounds: Level sites make setup easier. "The site is a level concrete pad with 50/30 amp, water and sewer. The campground is next to a big county park with a playground, boat ramp and fishing docks," reported a visitor at Howard Stafford Park.
What you should know
Site availability varies by season: Booking patterns fluctuate throughout the year. "A quick walk around the park showed almost every site was reserved for the weekend starting Thursday. A popular park and worth it," observed a visitor at Persimmon Hill.
Varying dump station access: Some facilities have limited or obstructed dump stations. "The only real drawback is the fact that they have pretty much made the dump station unusable by dumping tons of rock there. It appears they are working on the shoreline, however, they blocked access to the station when they stored the rock," noted a camper at Pats Bluff.
Limited food options: Bring supplies or know where to find local eateries. "Near the campground is the popular Catfish Hut. If you want to grab a bite to eat, be prepared to wait as this place is always busy," advised a visitor at Persimmon Hill.
Lake level fluctuations: Water levels change significantly throughout the year. "This site will be waterfront in summer but with the winter let down no water right now," explained a December camper at Persimmon Hill.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several rv parks at Sam Rayburn Reservoir offer play facilities for children. "The campground offered a playground, a couple of fishing piers and lots of room to play. Plus, the town of Grenada is close by for restaurants and stores," shared a visitor at North Abutment.
Splash pad opportunities: Some parks feature water play areas during warm months. "Has a splash pad, a basketball court, and several piers on the lake for fishing. You can hear cows in the distance from across the lake," noted a family at Howard Stafford Park.
Tent camping with electric access: Walk-in tent sites often share utilities. "The tent sites are not shown correctly. 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," explained a tent camper at Chickasaw Hill.
Winter activities: Off-season camping provides unique family opportunities. "With family gatherings discouraged due to covid we decided to camp. We used site 58. Site has 30 50 15 amp, water and sewer. Concrete pad with extra concrete vehicle parking," shared a holiday camper at Pats Bluff.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for big rigs: Choose appropriate sites for larger vehicles. "Very big rig friendly with large concrete pads with a little extra room for a boat or toad. Great views of the lake, which is said to be one of the best crappie lakes in the United States," advised an RVer at Persimmon Hill.
Parking space considerations: Many sites include extra parking for tow vehicles. "Full hookups, level, clean and top rated bathroom facilities. The view is great from every camp spot. Every site was full hook up," noted another RVer at Persimmon Hill.
Weather preparation: Seasonal conditions affect camping experience. "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 a camper at George P. Cossar State Park.
Cell service quality: Coverage varies by location and provider. "New to fulltime rv life we chose to spend a week at this quiet off the beaten path campground on our way west. Our Verizon signal was strong enough to browse and stream with no issues but the over the air TV channels were non existent," reported an RVer at Chickasaw Hill.
