Persimmon Hill Day Use Area

5·5 reviews
·Enid Lake

Overview

Persimmon Hill is a quiet, family-oriented campground and day uses area that sits along the banks of Enid Lake in the forests of northeast Mississippi. View a virtual tour of Enid Lake

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 8:00 am)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 10:00 pm)

  • Drinking Water

    (4 of 5 campsites have Drinking Water)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Picnic Table

    (1 of 5 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Playground

    (1 of 5 campsites have Playground)

  • Water Hookup

    (All campsites have Water Hookup)

Natural Features

Beach - Credits: USACE
Shelter by the beach and playground - Credits: USACE
Entrance to campground - Credits: USACE
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Enid Lake is part of a dam project on the Yoccon River. The dam creates almost 16,000 acres of water for millions of annual visitors to enjoy. An additional 44,000 acres of thick, green forests surrounding the lake offer countless recreational opportunities for campers, equestrians, hikers and more.

Recreation

Entrance to campground - Credits: USACE

Enid Lake has been recognized as one of the top 10 fishing locations in America with white crapple, bass and catfish available in abundance. The lake is the home of the world record white crappie, which weighed an impressive 5 pounds, 3 ounces. Fishing tournaments are held annually at the lake. Hiking trails wind along the lakeshore and throught the surround landscape, offering hiking and biking opportunities. Boating is a popular pastime on the lake, and there are two boat ramps in the area. A swimming beach is located in the day uses areas for visitors.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville, Mississippi offers shopping, hotels, restaurants and emergency care facilities if needed. Memphis, Tennessee, approximately 60 miles, offers tours of Graceland, Elvis Presley home. His birthplace is located in nearby Tupelo, Mississippi. 

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