George P. Cossar State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $2 per personAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 76 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- mdwfp.com(662) 623-7356
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Water quality AlertEnid Lake water levels are controlled by the US Army Corp Engineers. Generally the lake is lowered for flood control starting on July 1 to January 1… (more)
Enid Lake water levels are controlled by the US Army Corp Engineers. Generally the lake is lowered for flood control starting on July 1 to January 1 and starts its rise back to recreation pool level. Many boat launch ramps are inoperative during this time however, there are always low water ramps on the lake that are useable and available. You can view current lake levels at link below or by contacting the park office at (662) 623-7356.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Yalobusha County, about 14 miles south of Batesville, George P. Cossar State Park covers about 531 acres.
Things to do include golf, disc golf, winter sports, boating, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp. Camping is available: 76 campsites, including RV sites and tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
| Campground | Check-in Time: 3:00 pm Check-Out Time: 11:00 am | ||
Official wording
8 AM till 5 PM Seven Days a Week
Check-in Time: 3:00 pm Check-Out Time: 11:00 am
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be restrained on a leash at all times; not allowed in cabins/cottages, group camps or state buildings (as stated on park pages).
Statewide rule from Mississippi's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Entrance Fee: Entrance fee | $2 · person |
| A | $4 · person |
| A putter and ball are included in the | $4 |
Official wording
Entrance Fee: Entrance fee $2.00 per person, 5 years of age and under - free An 18-hole miniature golf course is located near the Visitor's Center. A $4.00 fee per person is charged to play the course. A putter and ball are included in the $4.00 fee paid to play the course.
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
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- MDWFP state park reservation system
- Phone
- 1-800-GO PARKS (1-800-467-2757)
Reservations are highly recommended in Yocona Ridge Campground's 35 campsites and are available to book up to 12 months in advance.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Developed Camping | 76 | Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
George P. Cossar features 15 air-conditioned units, consisting of six duplex cabins and three stand-alone cabins. 76 developed camping sites and two bathhouses located in the developed camping area, and a laundry facility is available.
Developed Camping
The 76 sites available for developed camping feature picnic tables, grills, electrical, water and sewage hook-ups. Two bathhouses with hot showers are located in the developed camping area, and a laundry facility is available in the Yocona Ridge Campground.
Reservations are highly recommended in Yocona Ridge Campground's 35 campsites and are available to book up to 12 months in advance. Jones Creek Campground's 41 campsites are closed from October to May. Please call to reserve these sites from June to September.
Please check with the park office for availability at (662) 623-7356.
Laundry Facilities
Laundry facilities are available in the Yocona Ridge Campground.
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
All cabins provide the following amenities:
- Living / Dining Room
- Linens / Towels
- Cookware / Dishware / Silverware
- Microwave / Coffee Pot
- Refrigerator with Freezer / Stove / Oven
- TV
- Patio Deck
- Screened Porch
- Grill / Picnic Table
- Waterfront Site
Check-in Time: 3:00 pm
Check-Out Time: 11:00 am
Reservations are strongly recommended and are available for up to 12 months in advance. Smoking is not allowed in any Mississippi government buildings.
Things to do
GolfDisc golfHikingPicnickingCampingBoatingFishingWinter sports
Trails
Nature Trail
A three mile nature trail begins at the boat ramp overlooking Enid Lake and winds through a mixed pine and hardwood forest, providing a close look at the natural beauty, flora, and fauna found in the park.
Swimming
Alert: Enid Lake water levels are controlled by the US Army Corp Engineers. Generally the lake is lowered for flood control starting on July 1 to January 1 and starts its rise back to recreation pool level. Many boat launch ramps are inoperative during this time however, there are always low water ramps on the lake that are useable and available. You can view current lake levels at link below or by contacting the park office at (662) 623-7356.
Boating and paddling
Boat Launching
Enid Lake offers 28,000 acres of fresh water for fishing and water sports. Ramps are provided for those who wish to launch their own boats.
Water skiing is permitted, and launch ramps are available.
Fishing
Fishing
The world record crappie, weighing in at five pounds, three ounces, was caught in Enid Lake. Bass, bream, and catfish are also plentiful. Licenses may be purchased at the park office.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Laundry
- Amphitheater
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
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.
Getting there
- Address
- 165 County Road 170
Oakland, MS 38948 - Nearest town
- Batesville — about 14 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 34.1283, -89.8825
- Phone
- (662) 623-7356
- gpcossarstatepark@wfp.ms.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
FROM INTERSTATE 55: • From I-55 take the exit for HWY 32 heading East towards Water Valley • Once on HWY 32, travel approximately 5 miles to take a left on County Road 170 • Once on County Road 170, stay straight on this road for approximately 2.3 miles to the park entrance • Keep left at the fork, staying on County Road 170 • Keep going straight past Jones Creek and Yocona Ridge campgrounds to find the Office and check in FROM WATER VALLEY: • Take HWY 32 West and go approximately 12 miles to County Road 170 • From here, take a right at County Road 170 and travel 2.3 miles to the park entrance • Keep left at the fork, staying on County Road 170 • Keep going straight past Jones Creek and Yocona Ridge campgrounds to find the Office and check in
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Mississippi State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- MDWFP State Parks Park Finder page; coordinates from arcgis.mdwfp.com Website/Parks_New MapServer layer 3 (PARKS_CENTERPOINTS)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology