Army Corps of Engineers · Enid Lake · Enid, MS

Water Valley Landing

Water Valley Landing is a quiet, family-oriented campground along the banks of Enid Lake in the forests of northeast Mississippi.

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Photos courtesy of USACE · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard with electric25
Host/management2
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

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 110 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

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

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
01Back-in70PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
02Back-in70PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
03Back-in50PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
04Back-in55PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
05Back-in75PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
06Back-in60PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
07Back-in75PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
08Back-in75PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
09Back-in60PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 2Yes
10Back-in75PavedPartial50 ampYes / Yes12 / 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 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water, sewer
Max vehicle length110 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Tent padsYes
FeesCamping fees are increasing on 1-1-21 from $20.00 per night to $24.00 per night.

Water Valley Landing Campground offers 29 campsites, and modern amenities like full hookups and flush toilets are provided. A playground trail and interpretive trail offer additional recreation opportunities. Picnic areas complete with grills and tables make the area perfect for parties or family trips.

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

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Water Valley Landing40°50°60°70°80°January: 5.32 inches of precipitation, 0.8 inches of snowFebruary: 5.14 inches of precipitation, 0.3 inches of snowMarch: 5.32 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowApril: 6.31 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowMay: 5.08 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 5.12 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 4.88 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 3.96 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 3.55 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 3.66 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowNovember: 4.56 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowDecember: 5.67 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 41.2°F averageFebruary: 44.8°F averageMarch: 53.1°F averageApril: 60.9°F averageMay: 69.6°F averageJune: 77.2°F averageJuly: 80.0°F averageAugust: 79.8°F averageSeptember: 73.7°F averageOctober: 62.6°F averageNovember: 51.3°F averageDecember: 43.9°F average0 in2 in4 in6 in8 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Water Valley, 8 miles from the campground at 310 feet, station USC00229400 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 59 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 1 inch a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From I-55, take exit 227 onto State Route 32 east and continue for 17 miles. Turn onto County Road 53 and continue for 2 miles, following signs into the campground.

Nearest townEnid, Mississippi
Coordinates34.1431° N, 89.7639° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Outdoor gearOle Miss Outdoors ↗20 mi
RV sales & serviceCamping World ↗58 mi

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Great Views of Enid Lake! Water Valley Landing Campground

Worth a stop

Memphis, Tennessee, located about an hour away, offers plenty of famous tourist attractions.

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 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. 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.

Guidebooks for Mississippi

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

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Water Valley Landing?

Sites at Water Valley Landing 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 Water Valley Landing?

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 Water Valley Landing?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Water Valley Landing have?

27 sites, including 25 standard sites with power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Water Valley Landing?

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 Water Valley Landing have hookups?

Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Water Valley Landing?

Water Valley Landing Campground offers 29 campsites, and modern amenities like full hookups and flush toilets are provided.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Water Valley Landing?

Yes, pets are allowed at Water Valley Landing. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Water Valley Landing?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Water Valley Landing?

Enid Lake has been recognized as one of America's Top 10 Fishing Spots, with white crappie, bass and catfish available in abundance. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Water Valley Landing?

Enid, Mississippi. Memphis, Tennessee, located about an hour away, offers plenty of famous tourist attractions.

Source: Getting there

What if Water Valley Landing is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Chickasaw Hill (3.6 mi), Long Branch Campground (4.7 mi), and Plum Point Campground (5.3 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby