Ford's Well
Ford's Well Campground is located on the south side of Enid Lake. This campground is designed for horse enthusiasts to be able to camp with their horses. The campground features eighteen campsites with full hook-ups, a shower house, dump station, picnic shelter, playground, six picnic sites, five interpretive buildings that date back to the early 1900s, and a 20.8 mile equestrian trail. The Ford's Well Recreation Area is a point of historical significance as an early 1900s site where many visitors came to either drink or bathe in the therapeutic waters that were produced by Mr. W. B. Ford's water Well. It was also a way station for a major stagecoach route through North Mississippi.
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 18 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 85 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford's Well 1 | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 2 | 58 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 3 | 56 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 4 | 78 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 5 | 67 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 6 | 62 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 7 | 62 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 8 | 56 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 9 | 56 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Ford's Well 10 | 56 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Camping fees are increasing on 1-1-21 from $20.00 per night to $24.00 per night. |
The horse-friendly campground has 18 sites, each with a 70 foot RV pad with parking apron, water, electric and sewage hook-ups, charcoal grill, grill table, picnic table, lantern holder, fire ring, and hitching rail for horses. An accessible shower house with flush toilets is located in the middle of the campground. Other amenities in the campground include: A picnic shelter, playground, dump station, horse shower station, horse waste deposit bin, mounting block, and historical interpretive buildings that includes: a water well with gazebo, log cabin, blacksmith shop, outhouse, and barn are located in the campground. Spyglass Hill equestrian trail offers 20.8 miles to ride or walk. Rest stops along the trail includes picnic tables, grills, service tables, swing bench and a prominent peak to provide a view of the lake.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Take Exit 227 off of U.S. Interstate 55 Highway toward Water Valley, MS. Go east on Mississippi Highway 32 for 6.9 miles. Turn left onto County Road 41 which turn into County Road 557 for.8 miles and the destination is on the right.
| Nearest town | Enid, Mississippi |
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 34.16° N, 89.82° W. Call the office before you drive. |
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Natural features
There is a distance view of the lake from campsites but they are nestled among towering native pine and oak trees. The surrounding woods provide habitat for squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, deer, butterflies, and variety of birds. Spyglass Hill Trail offers outdoor enthusiasts 20.8 miles of moderately hilly terrain with rock outcrops and scenic views of Enid Lake. Visitors hiking, horseback riding, or mountain biking along this trail will find numerous locations for viewing the local plants and animal species found in this northern Mississippi Hill County. It a perfect location for capturing a sunset or a rock sculpture made from some of the largest sandstone outcrops in the area.
Recreation
Spyglass Hill Trail offers outdoor enthusiasts 20.8 miles of moderately hilly terrain with rock outcrops and scenic views of Enid Lake. Interpretive programs and guided tours of the buildings are provide on request. Nearby recreation areas on Enid Lake offers access to the lake for boating, fishing, and designated swimming areas.
Nearby
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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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ford's Well?
Sites at Ford's Well are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ford's Well?
Camping fees are increasing on 1-1-21 from $20.00 per night to $24.00 per night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ford's Well?
Check-in 04:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Ford's Well have?
19 sites, including 18 RV sites with electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Ford's Well?
Ford's Well is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Ford's Well have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Ford's Well?
An accessible shower house with flush toilets is located in the middle of the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ford's Well?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ford's Well. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ford's Well?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Ford's Well?
Spyglass Hill Trail offers outdoor enthusiasts 20.8 miles of moderately hilly terrain with rock outcrops and scenic views of Enid Lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ford's Well?
Enid, Mississippi. The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville, Mississippi offers shopping, hotels, restaurants and emergency care facilities if needed.
Source: Getting there