Located adjacent to the 200-acre Davis Lake. Early spring and late fall are the best times to visit this area, which is located within the Tombigbee National Forest and the Chickasaw Wildlife Management Area. This area is a secluded, serene location for wildlife viewing. Numerous species of songbirds can be viewed in the camping area and surrounding woodlands, during October, November, April — migrating ospreys and bald eagles.
Davis Lake Rd.
Ackerman, MS 39735
Phone: 662.285.3265
Fax: 662.285.3608
Toll-Free: 877.444.6777
www.recreation.gov
Sites: Tent sites, 24 RV sites (gravel), 1 pull thru (40'), shaded spots, dump station, handicapped accessible, pet restrictions; during peak season (May 1-Sept. 15) campsites 2, 4, 5, 7, 10, and 18-25 are available on a first come — first serve basis and remaining sites are open for reservation through www.recreation.gov
Facilities: Restrooms, showers
Recreation: Kids fishing day in late May; swimming, fishing, boating, hiking trails
Catfish farm open to the public for fishing. Also carry a full line of seafood. 50 County Rd. 738 Corinth, MS 38834 Phone: 662.287.6422 Details: 40 Acres Fee: $5.00 per person per day. First 5 pounds free, any additional is $1.50 per pound per person.
DSR&P opened its new facility at 7125 Compress Road in Como Ms on July 1, 2010. This facility consists of 100 acres with five active ranges for use today. The facility is open to members and guests daily year round from sunrise to sunset.
Go to dsrp.net for information, a map to the range complex and a schedule of events
7125 Compress Road
Como, MS 38619
Phone: 662.349.7370
dsrp.net
Admission: Yes
This 597-acre area of bottomland hardwood and cypress-tupelo gum sloughs hosts a myriad of wildlife and plant species. From dusk to dawn, you may encounter a rooting armadillo, a cottontail or swamp rabbit, gray and red foxes, muskrats or beavers. Both resident and neotropical birds are guaranteed to entertain you with their songs. Hiking, boating, canoeing and bicycling are some of the best ways to view wildlife. Located next to Columbus Lake on the Tenn-Tom Waterway. The campground provides convenient access to the waterway. 7934 Barton Ferry Rd. Columbus, MS 39701 Phone: 662.434.6939 x290 Fax: 662.328.8766 Toll-Free: 877.444.6777 www.reserveusa.comSites: 10 tent sites, 100 RV sites (paved), 2 pull-thrus (75 ft'), 98 back-ins (80'), 25 full hook-ups (75W, 75E), 20/30/50 amps, shaded spots, dump station, handicap accessible, pet restrictions Facilities: Restrooms, showers, laundry, covered picnic tables Recreation: Fishing, boating, horseshoes, wildlife viewing, hiking trails, biking trails, water sprayground, playgrounds, game courts
Mountain biking in 597-acre area with focus on wildlife viewing; located on Columbus Lake section of Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway; trails near cypress — tupelo gum sloughs — birds, turtles, river otters, beavers, squirrels, whitetail deer, wild turkey, armadillo; activity Area, boat launch, fishing, nature trail, picnic area and water playground. 7934 Barton Ferry Rd. Columbus, MS 39701 Phone: 662.434.6939 tenntom.sam.usace.army.mil
Freshwater fishing; Paden to Pickwick Lake at Pickwick Lake 47,500 acre world class, scenic freshwater lake on Tennessee River. 496 miles of shoreline; great small-mouth bass fishing, outstanding boating, cabins, motel, and camping at J.P. Coleman State Park; all outdoor recreation activities. Northeast corner of Mississippi Iuka, MS Phone: 662.423.6515 Details: 915 Acres
From the intersection of Hwy 72 and Hwy 25 in Iuka, go South on Hwy 25 and go 4.4 miles to the Midway Community. Turn West on Hwy 364 and go 4.0 miles to the Divide Section WMA. Headquarters on the right. Iuka, MS Phone: 662.423.1455 www.mdwfp.com/Level2/Wildlife/wma.asp662.423.1455 Details: 15,337 Acres
Located just north of the Arkabutla Dam 3905 Arkabutla Dam Rd. Phone: 662.562.6261 Fax: 662.562.8972 Toll-Free: 877.444.6777 www.reserveusa.comSites: 11 tent sites, 54 RV sites (paved), 11 gravel, 54 back-ins (40.5'), hookups (65W, 65E), 50 amp, shaded spots, dump station, handicap accessible, pet restrictions Facilities: Restrooms, showers, picnic facilities and shelters, playgrounds Recreation: Swimming, fishing, boating, wildlife viewing, hiking trails, biking trails; Arkabutla Lake and Cold River, Swinging Bridge Nature Trail, Big Oak Nature Trail; 3 developed sand beaches which are open to the public
Eastport Marina is a family oriented marina, cabin rental, boat rental retreat with all services for family fun and vacation. Located on the Tennessee River at mile marker 225 at Bear Creek on Pickwick Lake Iuka, MS Phone: 662.423.6972 www.eastportonpickwick.com
Links-style course on open, rolling terrain. Well mounded fairways and greensides. Undulating, Tift Dwarf Bermuda greens. Fair, challenging course for all levels of skill. Par 72 1609 Taylor Thurston Rd. Columbus, MS 39701 Phone: 662.329.8964 Fax: 662.327.6904 www.elmlakegolfcourse.comGolf Details: Semi-Private, 18 Holes, Back Yardage: 6341 yards, Back Rating: 71.1, Back Slope: 124, Middle Yardage: 6341 yards, Middle Rating: 73.5, Middle Slope: 120, a PGA Facility, and MGA Member.
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