Okatibbee Water Park sits on Pine Springs Road off Highway 19 North, northwest of Meridian in Lauderdale County. The park fronts a 3,800-acre reservoir with 28 miles of shoreline — by far the biggest water in the district — supporting year-round bass fishing and water-skiing.

Developed camping areas offer 50-amp electrical service, with reserved inland and waterfront sites plus primitive camping. Four vacation cabins overlook the water, and a swimming beach, playground, and picnic areas round out the shore.

Two things set Okatibbee apart: American bald eagles visit the lake each December, and hunting is permitted in designated Corps of Engineers areas around the reservoir.

Amenities

RV & Tent Camping
Primitive Camping
Cabins
Shelters & Pavilions
Boat Launch
Boat Rental
Swimming Beach
Fishing
Water Skiing
Jet Ski / Wave Runner
Picnic Area
Playground
Dump Station
Golf Carts Allowed

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Rates

Camping Rates6 rates

Item	Price
Reserved Inland site	$38.00 / night
Reserved Waterfront site	$43.00 / night
Primitive / tent site	$15.00 / person
Senior camping discount	−$2.00 / night
RV monthlyNo refund for early departure	$750.00 / month
Camper storage	$50.00 / month

Cabin & Lodging Rates3 rates

Item	Price
A-Frame cabins 1–3	$140.00 / night
A-Frame cabin 4	$200.00 / night
Shelter	$80.00 / day

Day Use & Boating3 rates

Item	Price
Adult entrance	$5.00
Children 2–12	$3.00
Boat launchIncludes 1 person	$12.00

Annual Passes3 rates

Item	Price
Annual entrance	$75.00
Annual boat launch	$125.00
Golden Age lifetime (65+ or 100% disabled)	$200.00

All prices include tax and are subject to change; confirm at booking.

Rules & Regulations

No alcohol permitted anywhere in the park
Leashed pets at campsites only — not in cabins or on beaches
Quiet hours 10 PM – 6 AM
Cabin & campsite check-in 4 PM; cabin check-out 11 AM
Golf carts allowed with a $50 pass, license & insurance

Water Skiing Jet Ski / Wave Runner Swimming Horse Trail Golf Carts

Hunting is permitted in designated Corps of Engineers areas around Okatibbee Lake — call 601-737-5831 for permit information.

District Park Rules & Regulations

Editor note (TODO_CMS): Reproduce the district's official 34-item Rules & Regulations text verbatim from the current site before launch. The list below is a faithful working draft.

Alcoholic beverages are not permitted anywhere in the park.
Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Excessive noise is prohibited at all times.
Leashed pets are allowed at campsites only — not in cabins, on beaches, in motel units, or in offices. Owners must clean up after pets.
Cabin and campsite check-in is 4:00 PM; cabin check-out is 11:00 AM.
Golf carts are allowed only with a $50 golf-cart pass, a valid driver's license, and proof of insurance.
ATVs and off-road vehicles are not allowed.
Speed limit in all parks is 10 MPH unless otherwise posted.
Fires are permitted only in designated grills and fire rings. Never leave a fire unattended.
Fireworks are prohibited except at official district displays (Flint Creek and Archusa, July 4).
Swimming is at your own risk. Beaches are not lifeguarded unless posted.
Boats must observe posted no-wake zones and idle speeds near swim areas, docks, and launches.
Water-skiing and jet-skiing are permitted only at parks where posted — see each park's page.
All boaters must comply with Mississippi boating laws and carry required safety equipment.
Fishing requires a valid Mississippi fishing license where applicable, plus the park's lake privilege or boat launch fee.
Glass containers are prohibited on beaches and in swim areas.
Littering is prohibited; pack out or use provided receptacles.
Firearms and weapons are prohibited except as allowed by law.
Cutting, damaging, or removing trees, plants, or wildlife is prohibited.
Feeding or harassing wildlife is prohibited.
Campsites are limited to the posted maximum number of people and vehicles.
Visitors must pay applicable day-use fees and leave by posted closing time.
Generators may be used only during posted hours and must not disturb neighbors.
Gray/black water must be disposed of only at dump stations.
Reservations are non-transferable; the reserving party must occupy the site or unit.
Sub-letting or reselling a reservation is prohibited.
Damage to district property will be charged to the responsible party.
Commercial activity or solicitation requires prior district approval.
Drones may be operated only with prior approval and in compliance with FAA rules.
Swimming, wading, or boating in restricted areas is prohibited.
Children must be supervised at all times, especially near water.
Park staff may require anyone violating these rules to leave without refund.
The district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.
Emergencies: call 911, then notify park staff.
The district reserves the right to amend these rules; the current version governs.

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Know Before You Go

Check-in / Check-out
Cabins & campsites check-in 4:00 PM · Cabin check-out 11:00 AM
Quiet Hours
10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Pets
Leashed pets at campsites only — not in cabins, on beaches, or in offices
Alcohol
Not permitted anywhere in the park
Golf Carts
Allowed with a $50 pass, valid license & insurance
Payment
Major cards accepted; confirm details at booking