Persimmon Hill
Persimmon Hill is a quiet, family-oriented campground that sits along the banks of Enid Lake in the forests of northeast Mississippi.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 72 |
| Host/management | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 71 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
72 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 59 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 02 | Back-in | 62 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 03 | Back-in | 48 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 04 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 05 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 06 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 07 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 08 | Back-in | 61 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 09 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 10 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 12 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
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 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 125 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Camping fees are increasing on 1-1-21 from $20.00 per night to $24.00 per night. |
| Accessibility | Site 57 is listed accessible |
Persimmon Hill Campground offers 72 campsites, along with three large group picnic shelters. Modern amenities like full hookups and flush toilets are provided, and a playground and interpretive trail offer additional recreation opportunities. Picnic areas complete with grills and tables make the area perfect for parties or family trips. In fact, Persimmon Hill has been selected twice as one of America's Top 100 Family Campgrounds.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From I-55, take exit 233 onto County Road 36 south, cross the dam. Turn onto County Road 34 and continue 1 mile, following the signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | Enid, Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 34.1356° N, 89.8861° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Ole Miss Outdoors ↗ | 25.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 58.3 mi |
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Persimmon Hill Recreation Area - Campground Review
Worth a stop
Memphis, Tennessee, located about an hour away, offers plenty of famous tourist attractions.
- 1 mi
- 1.8 miMccurdy Point Day Use Pass ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
Coldwater River National Wildlife Refuge begins about 13.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.7 miColdwater River National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 2,516 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Mitchell and McLendon General MerchantsBuilding · Enid · 3.3 mi
- Sand Spring Presbyterian ChurchBuilding · Water Valley · 12.9 mi
- Lee HouseBuilding · Batesville · 12.9 mi
Natural features
Enid Lake is part of a dam project on the Yocona River. The dam creates almost 16,000 acres of water for the 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
Enid Lake has been recognized as one of the top 10 fishing locations in America 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. Hiking trails wind along the lakeshore and throughout the surrounding landscape, offering hiking, biking and horseback riding opportunities. Boating is a popular pastime on the lake, and boat ramps are provided at the campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Persimmon Hill?
Sites at Persimmon Hill 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 Persimmon Hill?
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 Persimmon Hill?
Check-in 7:00 AM, checkout 10:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Persimmon Hill have?
77 sites, including 72 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Persimmon Hill?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Persimmon Hill have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Persimmon Hill?
Modern amenities like full hookups and flush toilets are provided, and a playground and interpretive trail offer additional recreation opportunities.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Persimmon Hill?
Yes, pets are allowed at Persimmon Hill. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Persimmon Hill?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Persimmon Hill?
Site 57 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Persimmon Hill?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Persimmon Hill?
Enid Lake has been recognized as one of the top 10 fishing locations in America with white crappie, bass and catfish available in abundance. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation