Choctaw Lake Campground
National Forests in Mississippi, Mississippi
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As of September 2026, Choctaw Lake Campground is a campground in National Forests in Mississippi with 12 campsites. Choctaw Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Choctaw Lake Campground is located at 33.2717° N, 89.1436° W.
- people allowed on 9 of 12 sites
- 7
- people allowed on the largest site
- 200
Choctaw Lake Campground reservations and next available dates
September 2026
Campsites at Choctaw Lake Campground
- Standard 9
- Group 3
- Accessible 3
- Hookups 10
What an RV fits
- 40 ft3 sites
- 45 ft6 sites
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Forest.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, stargazing.
All sites at Choctaw Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 013 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 014 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 015 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 016 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 017 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 018 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 019 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 020 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 021 | CHOC | Standard | 7 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| GS1 - Campground | Shelter | Group | 200 | - | Electric | Accessible |
| GS2 - Swimming Area | Shelter | Group | 25 | - | - | Accessible |
| GS3 - Picnic Point | Shelter | Group | 40 | - | - | - |
About Choctaw Lake Campground
Overview
Scenic Choctaw Lake Campground wraps around Choctaw Lake in the Tombigbee National Forest of Mississippi. It's location provides visitors with ample opportunities for recreation, including fishing, boating, hiking and biking. A day-use area is popular for picnicking and has a swimming beach.
Recreation
Choctaw Lake Recreation Area offers a range of outdoor opportunities, including camping, picnicking, hiking and biking. The lake offers boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers can look forward to a catch of largemouth bass, bream, catfish and crappie.
An accessible walking trail around the lake is available for a leisurely stroll, as well as a moderate skill level, 3-mile trail, that takes off from the campground. A variety of birds and wildlife may be seen along these paths.
Facilities
The campground offers nearly two dozen campsites, some of which are accessible. Additional sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with both water and electric hookups, a picnic table and a campfire ring with grill. Sites do not have sewage hook ups; however, there is a dump station located adjacent to the entrance.
Individual and group picnic shelter sites are also available within the day-use area and swimming beach. Accessible flush toilets, showers drinking water are provided. A campground host is on-site.
Natural Features
The campground is situated between smaller Cabin Lake and larger, 100-acre Choctaw Lake. It is near the Natchez Trace Parkway, Noxubee Wildlife Refuge and French Camp, all popular destinations in the area.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (662) 285-3264.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is located 5 miles south of the town of Ackerman, 11 miles northwest of Louisville and 20 miles southwest of Starkville.
The Noxubee Hills hiking and biking trailhead is located at the Choctaw Lake Recreation area as well. The 26-mile trail has vault toilets at each end and is rated moderate-to-experienced, for biking and hiking.
The Choctaw Lake recreation area is also within 20 miles of Mississippi State University. Athletic, cultural and scholastic events abound there.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations may occur during severe weather events.
Rules and notices at Choctaw Lake Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Choctaw Lake Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
This recreation area is labeled as an expanded amenity site.
Day Use: $5 (fishing, hiking, swimming, boating, picnicking, etc.) Day-use closed during campground " Quiet Hours : 10pm to 6am ." With a pass, the $5 is discounted to $2.50.
Camping: $20/night ($14 camping fee + $6 hook-up fee) (check-in / check-out is 2pm)
When paying online and/or scan and pay, Recreation.gov will charge a service fee at check-out.
When adding a pass with online payment, the 50% discount applies to the $14 camping fee. Therefore, the total will become $13 per night, with a pass. ($7 camping fee + $6 hook-up fee).
Click here for more information on the Tombigbee District of the National Forests of Mississippi
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Pets are not allowed on the beach. Pets must be leashed at all times within the recreation area.
No drugs or alcohol allowed per Closure Orders
This is a NO WAKE lake.
All sites have water and electric hook-ups only ; however, there is a dump station located adjacent to the front entrance of the recreation area.
ATVS , UTVS , & GOLF CARTS are not permitted.
Choctaw Lake Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Choctaw Lake Campground?
Choctaw Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Choctaw Lake Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Choctaw Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Choctaw Lake Campground have?
Choctaw Lake Campground has 12 campsites.
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