🌤 Weather at Clarkco State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45–84 °F | 67–91 °F | 42–88 °F | 36–63 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Quitman 2 NNE, 1 mi away, elevation 213 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Mississippi Woodland Retreat With Lake Cabins and Full Amenities — 815 Acres of Pine and Hardwood Forest, 65-Acre Lake With Fishing for Largemouth Bass Bream and Channel Catfish, 43 Full-Hookup RV Campsites (Water Sewer Electric), 15 Primitive Tent Camping Sites, 20 Air-Conditioned Vacation Cabins With Lake Views and Private Fishing Piers, Splash Pad Water Feature, 18-Hole Disc Golf Course, Tennis and Pickleball Courts, Park Lodge With Camp Store, Nature Trails, 20 Miles South of Meridian Off US Route 45, Near Quitman Clarke County Mississippi
Clarkco State Park is an 815-acre state park near Quitman, Clarke County, Mississippi, about 20 miles south of Meridian off US Route 45, managed by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP). The park features a 65-acre fishing lake stocked with largemouth bass, bream, and channel catfish, 43 developed RV campsites with full hookups (water, sewer, electric), 15 primitive tent camping sites in wooded settings, 20 air-conditioned vacation cabins with lake views and private fishing piers, a splash pad water play area for children, an 18-hole disc golf course through the woods, tennis and pickleball courts, nature trails through pine and hardwood forest, a park lodge with camp store, picnic areas with reservable covered pavilions, and a playground.
Clarkco is Mississippi’s most amenity-rich state park for families — the 20 lakefront cabins with air conditioning, full kitchens, and private fishing piers are a significant step above typical state park lodging. The 65-acre lake provides reliable bass and bream fishing year-round, and the private piers mean you can fish right from your cabin porch.
The splash pad and 18-hole disc golf course give families plenty to do beyond fishing, and the tennis/pickleball courts add active recreation options unusual for Mississippi state parks. The 815 acres of pine and hardwood woodland feel surprisingly remote despite the park’s proximity to Meridian and Interstate 20.
Things to Do
- Fishing — 65-ac lake: bass, bream, catfish
- Camping — 43 full-hookup RV + 15 primitive tent
- Cabins — 20 A/C cabins with private fishing piers
- Splash pad — children’s water play area
- Disc golf — 18-hole woodland course
- Tennis/Pickleball — courts available
- Hiking — nature trails through forest
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Quitman, Clarke County, MS (~20 mi S of Meridian) |
| Size | 815 acres |
| Lake | 65 acres — bass, bream, catfish |
| RV Sites | 43 — full hookup (W/S/E) |
| Tent Sites | 15 primitive — wooded |
| Cabins | 20 — A/C, kitchens, lake views, private piers |
| Managed By | Mississippi DWFP |
| Coordinates | 32.0000° N, 88.6667° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clarkco State Park have cabins?
Yes — Clarkco State Park near Quitman, Mississippi has 20 air-conditioned vacation cabins with full kitchens, lake views, and private fishing piers. The 815-acre park also offers 43 full-hookup RV campsites and 15 primitive tent sites, a 65-acre lake with bass, bream, and catfish, a splash pad, an 18-hole disc golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, nature trails, and a camp store. Located about 20 miles south of Meridian off US Route 45. Managed by Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks.
Last updated: May 2026
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Archusa Creek Water Park (a short drive away) or Golden Memorial State Park (elsewhere in the state).
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Mississippi state parks online at reserve.mdwfp.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Clarkco State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed in designated areas of Mississippi state parks only and must be restrained on a leash.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Adequate leash not more than six feet long required.
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- No pets are allowed in or around the swimming pool areas or lake beach areas.
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets are forbidden in and around the overnight lodging areas (cabins, cottages, motels, villas) — no pet-friendly cabin program.
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Pets that disturb guests will be removed from the park; pets may not be left unattended.
Are dogs allowed at Clarkco State Park?
Pets are allowed in designated areas of Mississippi state parks only and must be restrained on a leash. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via mdwfp.com. More: Mississippi state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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