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Turkey Fork Recreation Area

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Turkey Fork Recreation Area
Turkey Fork Recreation Area
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Turkey Fork Recreation Area

About Turkey Fork Recreation Area

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. 

Number of accommodations: 11

Campground Amenities

  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Sites & Availability

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 2, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 3, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 4, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 5, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 6, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 7, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 8, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 9, Loop: RV Loop
50 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 Turkey Fork Pavilion, Loop: Turkey Fork Pavilion
50 Amp · Electric Only
$40.00
/ per night

Reviews (42)

What Guests Are Saying

Turkey Fork Recreation Area is a beautiful and well-maintained campground, ideal for a peaceful getaway. Campsites are spacious and well-spaced among trees, offering lovely views of the lake and access to mowed paths for walking and fishing. While some campers reported minor issues like warm showers and un-leashed pets, the overall experience is positive, marked by friendly staff and a relaxing atmosphere.

Review Summary

4.4
42 reviews
5
61.9%
26
4
26.2%
11
3
2.4%
1
2
4.8%
2
1
4.8%
2

Bruce B

Verified

December 31, 2024 Stayed at: 6, Loop: RV Loop

2

I camp here often, the campground has all the amenities I need. Consistently many other campers let their dogs run without leashes possibly endangering other campers and enhancing the likelihood of a confrontation with leashed dogs like mine who are protective. In decades of camping I've never camped Anywhere that didn't have a leash rule, I don't get it? On many occasions I've seen people who are not campers roll into a camp site and use it for their own purposes and create unnecessary disturbances and inconvenience for registered campers. So the sites are nice, all with great views of the water plus a boat ramp and a recreation area with pavilion and picnic areas. It would improve the camping experience if the USFS could manage these unauthorized intrusion upon an othwise excellent facility.

Jazz H

Verified

December 5, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: RV Loop

4

Had a great time. Location is beautiful. Small issue with a camper not having their dog on a leash but other than that had a wonderful trip

Daniel K

Verified

December 2, 2024 Stayed at: 1, Loop: RV Loop

4

Nice place but very few spots could accommodate a longer RV without a lot of leveling blocks. Unfortunately, did not get to see a lot of the area. This was just an overnight stop for this trip. We were in spot 1 and we have to raise the front end about 7" and it looked like it was one of the more level spots.

Linda D

Verified

November 17, 2024 Stayed at: 3, Loop: RV Loop

4

No comment!!!!

Charles W

Verified

November 5, 2024 Stayed at: 9, Loop: RV Loop

4

Quiet
Peaceful

Cynthia W

Verified

October 16, 2024 Stayed at: 6, Loop: RV Loop

5

Great place!

Leo R

Verified

August 20, 2024 Stayed at: 4, Loop: RV Loop

5

Quite great place for kids to play and fish. Just a relaxing spot for the family

Jennifer N

Verified

May 14, 2024 Stayed at: 1, Loop: RV Loop

5

It’s is a beautiful and well designed campground. It’s clean and well maintained.

David H

Verified

May 8, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: RV Loop

5

The camp hosts are very friendly people. The sites are spaced apart so that you don't feel packed in like sardines. I will definitely stay here again!

John D

Verified

May 6, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: RV Loop

5

This is a beautiful campground! We absolutely loved it! The sites are big and spacious, and the views of the lake are absolutely amazing!

Location Turkey Fork Recreation Area

Address:
746 Turkey Fork Road
Richton, MS, 39476
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 31.3392 / -88.7033

Elevation: 84 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Ski hours are 10:00am to 6:00 pm
Jet propelled boats or boats with open exhaust systems are not allowed on the lake
Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet
If possible, please keep a copy of your camping reservation on the dashboard of your vehicle.  

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