Army Corps of Engineers · Enid Lake · Enid, MS

Plum Point Campground

Plum Point Campground is located on the North side of Enid Lake. This campground is designed for individuals to camp without utilities. The campground features eight campsites with no hook-ups. A comfort station, playground, five picnic sites, a beach, natural beach and a boat ramp are located in this area. This area is popular among individuals that enjoy a quite camping experience. It is a quiet, family oriented campground situated along the banks of Enid Lake in forests of northern Mississippi.

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A photo of Site 6 of Loop Main Loop at Plum Point Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Tent Pad, Waterfront, Lantern PoleA photo of Site 3 of Loop Main Loop at Plum Point Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Shade, Tent Pad, Lantern PoleA photo of Site 1 of Loop Main Loop at Plum Point Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Shade, Tent Pad, Lantern PoleA photo of Site 7 of Loop Main Loop at Plum Point Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Tent Pad, Waterfront, Lantern Pole
Photos courtesy of Kyle Tedford · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Tent-only8
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

8 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteShadeWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
1PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
2PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
3PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
4PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
5PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
6PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
7PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes
8PartialNo / –8 / 2Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 AM.

Amenities & rules

PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

This family friendly campground has eight campsites, each with charcoal grill, grill table, picnic table, lantern holder, and fire ring. An accessible comfort station with flush toilets is located in the middle of the campground. Other amenities in the campground include: playground, beach, and nearby boat ramp.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Plum Point Campground40°50°60°70°80°90°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 41.3°F averageFebruary: 45.0°F averageMarch: 52.8°F averageApril: 61.5°F averageMay: 70.4°F averageJune: 77.5°F averageJuly: 80.3°F averageAugust: 79.5°F averageSeptember: 73.9°F averageOctober: 63.1°F averageNovember: 51.6°F averageDecember: 43.8°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Batesville 2 SW, 12 miles from the campground at 220 feet, station USC00220488 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020.

Getting there

From I-55, take exit 233 and head east on CR 36/Enid Dam Road. Travel north approximately 3.1 miles. Turn right onto Chapel Hill Road at intersection and travel approximately 1.3 miles. Turn east on Pope Water Valley Road and after 4 miles turn south onto Plum Point Road and continue into the campground appoximately 2.3 miles.

Nearest townEnid, Mississippi
Coordinates34.1602° N, 89.8545° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Outdoor gearOle Miss Outdoors ↗22.9 mi
RV sales & serviceCamping World ↗56.6 mi

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Worth a stop

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.

Natural features

Enid Lake is part of a dam project on the Yocona 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. Some sites ofter a view of the lake. The surrounding woods provide habitat for squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, deer, butterflies, and variety of birds. Visitors will find numerous locations for viewing the local plants and animal species found in this northern Mississippi Hill County.

Recreation

Enid Lake offers access to the lake for boating, fishing, and designated swimming areas. Enid Lake has been recognized as one of America's Top 10 Fishing Spots, with white crappie, 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. Boating is a popular pastime on the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground.

Guidebooks for Mississippi

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  • Guide to the Natchez Trace Parkway
    F. Lynne Bachleda, 2018
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    Scott B. Williams, 2014
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    Michael Ballard, 2012
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Plum Point Campground?

Sites at Plum Point Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Plum Point Campground?

Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 AM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Plum Point Campground have?

8 sites, including 8 tent-only sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Plum Point Campground?

An accessible comfort station with flush toilets is located in the middle of the campground.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Plum Point Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Plum Point Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Plum Point Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Plum Point Campground?

FCC coverage maps show T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Plum Point Campground?

Enid Lake offers access to the lake for boating, fishing, and designated swimming areas. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Plum Point Campground?

Enid, Mississippi. The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville, Mississippi offers shopping, hotels, restaurants and emergency care facilities if needed.

Source: Getting there

What if Plum Point Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Chickasaw Hill (1.9 mi), Wallace Creek (2.1 mi), and Long Branch Campground (2.4 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby