Puskus Lake Recreation Area

About this site

Puskus Lake Recreation Area is a fairly remote area for those who do not like big crowds and do not need modern conveniences. The visitor will discover a pleasant and quiet environment. This recreation area surrounds a 96-acre lake stocked with largemouth bass and bluegill with occasional crappie or catfish. Facilities include campsites, picnic sites, boat ramp, fishing piers and hiking trail. Puskus Lake Recreation Area is open year-round unless weather conditions require the area to be closed. Puskus is a fee area and the fee station is located just beyond the entrance gate. No attendant will be on duty. Users should make sure they have correct currency before arriving at the recreation area. Fee info: Overnight Use: Single Site: $7 per night Day Use: $3 per vehicle per day Additional Info: 19 primitive campsites, each with picnic table and fire ring. 13 day-use picnic sites. 1-mile hiking trail. Vault toilets available. No potable water. Boat ramp and fishing piers. Self-service fee station requires exact cash or check. Open year-round on first-come, first-served basis; no reservations.

Amenities & access

Contact

• https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mississippi/recarea/?recid=28855

Location

34.435320, -89.347921