State Park
Turkey Fork Rec Area
Richton, MS
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- Address:Richton, MS
About
The Turkey Fork Recreation Area is nestled in the tall pines around an inviting 240-acre lake. Turkey Fork Lake provides excellent fishing, swimming and boating opportunities. The lake is stocked with catfish, bass, and bluegill. Recreational opportunities at Turkey Fork include fishing, water sports, camping, picnicking, and hiking. Special features can be found at each activity area. With all of these opportunities, a visit to Turkey Fork Recreation Area will provide its visitors with an enjoyable outdoor experience and memories to take home.
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Amenities
Showers
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Electric Hookups
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Turkey Fork Rec Area
Trail
Clark Creek Primitive Trail
Mississippi
4.3 mi971 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Tuxachanie Trail
Mississippi
7.0 mi545 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Bear Creek Outcropping Trail
Mississippi
3.6 mi663 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Clark Creek Improved Trail
Mississippi
2.8 mi548 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Bonita Lakes Trail
Mississippi
5.8 mi961 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Richardson Creek Trail
Mississippi
8.0 mi1,263 ftgain
Difficult
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