Clarkco State Park
65-acre lake with fishing, swimming, and Caddo village site.
What to do?
65-acre lake with fishing, swimming, and Caddo village site.
Location & Getting There
Clarkco State Park is located in Mississippi. The park’s coordinates are 32.3850, -88.5772. Check the park’s official website or your state parks app for detailed driving directions and GPS navigation tips.
Quick Facts
- Location: Mississippi
- Coordinates: 32.3850, -88.5772
- Activities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Pets: Allowed on leash in most areas (check local rules)
Things to Do
Mississippi state parks feature the Southern landscape at its most diverse — from the rolling hills of the northern Appalachian foothills to the Gulf Coast beaches, with petrified forests, cypress swamps, and the Mighty Mississippi River in between. Activities include fishing in warm-water lakes rich in bass and catfish, swimming at lake and Gulf beaches, camping in shaded pine and hardwood forests, hiking through scenic bluffs, boating on large park lakes, disc golf, and exploring the state’s rich musical and civil rights heritage preserved at many sites.
Best Time to Visit
Fall (October–November) and spring (March–April) are the most comfortable seasons, with warm days and cool evenings. Winter is mild and excellent for fishing and birding. Summer (June–August) brings extreme heat, humidity, and mosquitoes — plan activities for early morning and stick to waterfront parks for relief. Gulf Coast parks can be affected by hurricanes June through November.
Visitor Tips
Mississippi state parks charge a modest day-use fee. Camping, cabin, and lodge reservations through the Mississippi State Parks website. The state park system offers comfortable lodges and cabins at several parks, making them accessible to non-campers. Insect repellent is essential in warmer months. Some parks offer excellent golf courses and disc golf courses.
Explore More Mississippi State Parks
Clarkco State Park is one of many outstanding state parks in Mississippi. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in Mississippi guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
