Wallace Creek Day Use Area
Campground · Mississippi · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 150
- People per site
- 268 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Wallace Creek is a quiet, family-oriented campground situated along the banks of Enid Lake in the forests of northern Mississippi. Picnic shelter is located at boat ramp for family gathering.
View a virtual tour of Enid Lake.
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.
Facilities
Wallace Creek Recreation areaoffers 101 campsites, along with one large group picnic shelters. Modern amenities includes full hookups and flush toilets. Playgrounds and interpretive trail offer additional recreation opportunities. Picnic sites and large picnic shelter complete with grills and picnic tables make the area perfect for large groups or family trips.
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 surround the lake, offering countless recreational opportunities for campers, equestrians, hikers and more.
Nearby Attractions
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.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- Up to 150 people per site
- Loops: Wallace Creek
Site types
- 1 Group Shelter Electric
Amenities
- Grills
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, shade.
1 campsite at Wallace Creek Day Use Area
Check-in 08:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Picnic Shelter 637 | Wallace Creek | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | — | 150 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From U.S. Interstate 55, take exit 233 and head east on County Road 36. After about 2.5 miles follow the signs to the campground or to boat ramp where picnic shelter is located.
34.16372, -89.88713 · 34°9'49.4"N 89°53'13.7"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 4.9 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 3.1 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 6.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Picnic Shelter is $50.00/day. Boat Ramp and beach fees are $5.00 per vehicle.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
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Common questions about Wallace Creek Day Use Area
- Can you reserve a site at Wallace Creek Day Use Area?
- Yes, Wallace Creek Day Use Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Wallace Creek Day Use Area have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Wallace Creek Day Use Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Wallace Creek Day Use Area.
Camping near Wallace Creek Day Use Area
- Wallace Creek 0.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hickory Ridge 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- McCurdy Point 0.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Outlet Channel (Enid Lake) 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Riverview 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Plum Point Campground 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Persimmon Hill(enid Lake) 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Persimmon Hill Day Use Area 2.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Chickasaw Hill Day Use Area 3.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Long Branch Campground 3.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Chickasaw Hill 3.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Ford's Well Day Use Area 6.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Contact
- Phone 662-563-4571
- Email enid.lake@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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