Mississippi is a popular destination for hiking, fishing, boating, sightseeing, and discovering new music. If you are a fan of blues or the rock n’ roll genre, then you should visit Elvis Presley Birthplace, Delta Blues Museum, and Charlie Musselwhite. Are you more into nature than music? Mississippi also has several trails and state parks such as Tishomingo State Park and Tanglefoot Trail. Whatever interests you, Mississipi has got a place worth exploring. However, if you want to enjoy the Mississipi experience to the fullest, make sure to take some time visiting its lakes where you can swim and soak up the breathtaking sunset. To help you find the best ones, check out our list of the most gorgeous lakes in Mississippi, the USA.
1. Clear Springs Lake
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You can visit Clear Springs Lake by going 4 miles (6 kilometers) south of Highway 84 or 5 miles (8 kilometers) west of Meadville which is also on the same route. Around the lake, visitors are allowed to go cycling, camping, hiking, and picnicking. The lake itself allows swimming and fishing, but visitors should be wary as the lake has no available lifeguard on duty. If you’d like to go camping near the area, they do have a few optional services such as electric hookups and site reservations that you may subscribe to for better convenience.
Clear Springs Lake
Address: Clear Springs Lake, Mississippi 39661, USA
Website: Clear Springs Lake
Price: 50 - 20 USD
2. Arkabutla Lake
Only 30 minutes away from Memphis and Tunica, Arkabutla Lake is a popular retreat for people looking to enjoy a quiet and serene vacation with options to visit different cities and their attractions. Arkabutla Lake and its surroundings offer a variety of fun and engaging activities such as swimming, fishing, camping, biking, hiking, and boating. Campsites near the lake also provide pavilions where guests can enjoy a 360-degree view of the area perfect for taking photos of the beautiful landscapes and wildlife.
Arkabutla Lake
Address: Arkabutla Lake, Mississippi 39661, USA
Website: Arkabutla Lake
Price: 2 - 75 USD
3. Pickwick Lake
Pickwick Lake is a part of a much bigger park known as Pickwick Landing State Park. Visiting the lake will allow visitors to enjoy a few activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. While exploring the park, guests will have access to a tennis court and disc golf course as well as a variety of other activities such as birding, camping, nature walks, and picnicking. Enjoy exploring the massive 1416 acres (573 hectares) of forested areas near the lake where hills and hollows house all kinds of wild animals. Guests will also be near Pickwick Landing Lodge where 119 rooms are available for accommodations.
Pickwick Lake
Address: Pickwick Lake, Mississippi 39661, USA
Website: Pickwick Lake
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4. Lake Washington
Lake Washington is a popular fishing destination for people looking to spend boating and fishing at a beautiful lake. The lake is known as a place for sporting largemouth bass, crappie, bream, and channel catfish. Other fish that guests may encounter in the area are the common carp, drum, flathead catfish, bullheads, and yellow bass. The entire lake is road-accessible and has a total of seven boat ramps where visitors can go and set their boats. Because the lake is an open-fishing area, several rules and regulations have been placed to ensure lake sustainability. Make sure to read the rules and regulations on their website.
Lake Washington
Address: Lake Washington, Washington, Mississippi, USA
Website: Lake Washington
5. Sardis Lake
Sardis Lake is a great place to visit for people who enjoy beaches and fun outdoor activities. The lake offers a variety of activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Near the lake area, guests will have easy access to the state park’s swimming pool, recreation hall, golf course, and cabin rentals. If you’re done fishing and enjoying the lake, the park also allows guests to enjoy many other activities such as hiking, camping, biking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.
Sardis Lake
Address: Sardis Lake, Mississippi, USA
Website: Sardis Lake
Price: 10 - 100 USD
6. Lake Bill Waller
Lake Bill Waller is a man-made lake spanning over 160 acres (65 hectares). The lake got its name from William Lowe Waller who was the governor at the time of construction. Being a popular fishing destination, Lake Bill Waller is known to produce an abundance of largemouth bass, crappie, bream, and catfish. Before visiting the area, do read the lake’s rules and regulations.
Lake Bill Waller
Address: Mississippi 39429, USA
Website: Lake Bill Waller
7. Enid Lake
Enid Lake is a lake operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. It is responsible for flood control, environmental stewardship, and recreation. At the lake, visitors will have the option to choose from five premier campgrounds such as Water Valley Landing, Chickasaw Hill, and Persimmon Hill. Some of the most popular activities in the area include boating, swimming, hiking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and wildlife observation. Enid lake is known to produce some of the biggest white crappies.
Enid Lake
Address: Enid Lake, Mississippi, USA
Website: Enid Lake
Price: 3 - 20 USD
8. Grenada Lake
Grenda Lake is a massive 90427-acre (36594-hectare) inland paradise. The lake offers all kinds of activities for all kinds of outdoorsy people. Some of the most popular things to do in the area would be camping, swimming, picnicking, golfing, hunting, boating, and birdwatching. Visitors can also participate in the 16 fishing tournaments being held at the lake, annually. Visitors will also have access to different facilities such as a theater, picnic sites, and premier camping grounds.
Grenada Lake
Address: Mississippi, USA
Website: Grenada Lake
Price: 2 - 100 USD
9. Bay Springs Lake
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Bay Springs Lake is a man-made lake constructed for flood control and recreational purposes. The lake is approximately 9 miles (14.5 kilometers ) long. People visit the lake to enjoy boating and catching fish. Some of the most abundant types of fishes caught at Bay Springs Lake are bass, crappie, and catfish. The lake offers several amenities such as seven public boat ramps, a marina, a campground, a public beach, a picnic area, restrooms, and an interpretive center.
Bay Springs Lake
Address: Bay Springs Lake, Mississippi, USA
Website: Bay Springs Lake
10. Little Black Creek Lake
Little Black Creek Lake is a beautiful 640-acre (259-hectare) lake great for outdoorsy people looking to visit with family and friends. The park offers 20 family-friendly cabins, over 100 RV sites, multiple primitive campsites, and a variety of other facilities such as restrooms, showers, and electrical outlets. Each cabin is located near the waterfront where guests have access to a beautiful view of the area. Visitors are free to go biking, kayaking, fishing, swimming, camping, and picnicking.
Little Black Creek Lake
Address: Little Black Creek Lake, Mississippi, USA
Website: Little Black Creek Lake
Price: 33 - 160 USD
Lakes worth visiting in Mississippi
Mississippi is a popular place for a variety of things, mainly music, state parks, and its bountiful lakes. If you are planning to visit the area to go fishing and appreciate the beauty of nature, the list above should lead you to some of the most popular lakes in Mississippi. The majority of these lakes are free to visit. However, if you plan to stay inside the park, accommodation and certain amenities are also available at a cost.
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