State Park

Clarkco State Park

Clarke County, MississippiAbout 820 acres
Status
Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Entrance fee
$2 per personAnnual pass available
Day-use reservations
None mentioned
Dogs
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Camping
58 campsitesAlso cabins
Official site
mdwfp.com(601) 776-6651

Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current

Overview

Covering about 820 acres, Clarkco State Park lies in Clarke County, about 4 miles northeast of Quitman.

Visitors come for golf, mountain biking, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 58 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.

Hours

Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.

FacilityDaysHoursSeason
ParkDaily8 a.m. – 5 p.m.—
Official wording

8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Seven Days a Week

Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).

Fees and passes

ItemAmount
Entrance Fee$2 · person
It is free; however, the$2 · day
Official wording

Entrance Fee: $2.00 per person, 5 years of age and under - free Recently refurbished in 2024, the Clarkco Ivy Splash Zone offers a zero-depth cool water spray for young children and children at heart. It is free; however, the $2.00 day-use entrance fee is charged.

Mississippi park passes

  • Annual Entrance Pass (in & out of state) — $50.00 per person. General entrance Details

From the Mississippi state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.

Reservations

Day use
No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
Booking system
MDWFP state park reservation system
Phone
1-800-GO PARKS (1-800-467-2757)

Check availability and book

We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.

Pets

Dogs allowed, with restrictions

Not allowed in or on: any mississippi government facility.

Pets and smoking are not allowed in any Mississippi government facility.

Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.

Camping

Campground or site typeSitesHookups / featuresPrice
Developed Camping43Full hookupShowers—
Tent Camping15—
Camping details from the park

Developed Camping 43 sites, Primitive Tent Camping 15 sites, Vacation Cabins 20 units, and two Laundry Facilities. Developed Camping 43 full hook-up sites are available for RV camping and feature picnic tables, grills, electrical, water, and sewer. Three bathhouses, two with hot showers and laundry facilities, and a central sewage dumping station are located in the developed camping area. Tent Camping 15 primitive tent camping sites are located just beyond the developed camping area. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring, and water is located nearby. Primitive sites are first come first serve, call the park for more details (601) 776-6651

From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.

Cabins and lodging

  • Vacation Cabins

Vacation Cabins Clarkco State Park features 20 air-conditioned units accommodating two to eight persons, each furnished with bed and bath linens and features a view of Ivy Lake, and has a private pier on the water. Reservations are strongly recommended. Pets and smoking are not allowed in any Mississippi government facility. Cabins 6 and 14 are ADA-accessible.

Things to do

GolfDisc golfHikingPicnickingCampingBoatingFishingBikingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayaking

Trails

Nature Trail Clarkco offers a total of 14 miles of nature and biking trails. A well-marked and incredibly maintained five-mile nature trail encircles Clarkco State Park, affording a close look at Mississippi flora and fauna. The trail is sectioned for shorter walks of less than a half-mile. There is an observation tower at the upper end of the lake. Bicycles are permitted as long as they yield to foot traffic. Clarkco does not allow motorized vehicles on the walking and biking trails.

Swimming

Splash Pad Recently refurbished in 2024, the Clarkco Ivy Splash Zone offers a zero-depth cool water spray for young children and children at heart. It is free; however, the $2.00 day-use entrance fee is charged.

Boating and paddling

Boat Launch Clarkco Lake offers 65 acres of freshwater fishing and other water sports. A boat launch is available for persons with their own boats. Daily or annual permits are available for a fee, see the park office for details or call (601)776-6651 Boating Pleasure boating, water skiing, and tubing are allowed year-round between 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. However, jet skis are not permitted. Boat engines are limited to 115 HP.

Fishing

Clarkco Lake offers 65 acres of freshwater fishing and other water sports. A boat launch is available for persons with their own boats. Daily or annual permits are available for a fee, see the park office for details or call (601)776-6651 Fishing Clarkco Lake offers 65 acres of fresh water for fishing and water sports. The lake is stocked with bass, bream, and catfish. Licenses may be purchased at the park office. Fishing License Information

A state fishing license is usually required.

Amenities

Facilities

  • Picnic areas
  • Picnic shelters
  • Playground
  • Laundry
  • Amphitheater
  • Group facilities

Water

  • Splash pad
  • Boat ramp
  • Boat, canoe or kayak rentals

Camping

  • Tent camping
  • RV camping
  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Sewer hookups

Lodging

  • Cabins

Recreation

  • Golf course
  • Disc golf

✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.

Accessibility

Clarkco State Park features 20 air-conditioned units accommodating two to eight persons, each furnished with bed and bath linens and features a view of Ivy Lake, and has a private pier on the water. Reservations are strongly recommended. Pets and smoking are not allowed in any Mississippi government facility. Cabins 6 and 14 are ADA-accessible.

Official accessibility information

Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.

Getting there

Address
380 Clarkco Road
Quitman, MS 39355
Nearest town
Quitman — about 4 mi northeast (straight line)
Coordinates
32.0977, -88.6897
Phone
(601) 776-6651
Email
clarkcostatepark@wfp.ms.gov

Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)

Directions from the park

Directions Directions traveling I-59 North: • Take Exit 126 • Travel right on HWY 18 East for 15 miles • Turn left onto HWY 145 • Pass through the town of Quitman and continue for another 5 miles • Cross HWY 45 and drive ¼ mile • You have arrived at Clarkco State Park. Directions Traveling I-20 East: • Take Exit 153 • Travel on HWY 145 for 3 miles and merge into HWY 45 South • Stay on HWY 45 South for 18 miles • Turn left on to HWY 145 South and drive ¼ mile • You have arrived at Clarkco State Park.

Nearby state parks

Bladon Springs State Park
38.1 mi southeast (straight line) · Alabama
Golden Memorial State Park
53.2 mi northwest (straight line)
Chickasaw State Park
56.3 mi east (straight line) · Alabama
Roosevelt State Park
59.8 mi west (straight line)

Sources and freshness

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