Hickory Ridge
Hickory Ridge Recreation Area is a day use area located on the north side of Enid Dam. Amenities include three comfort stations/shower houses, an amphitheater, beach, a life jacket loaner board station, a basketball court, two group picnic shelters, 38 picnic sites, and two playgrounds. This area is popular among visitors who are interested in swimming, playing basketball and enjoying family picnic. The amphitheater is ideal for weddings and special events The amphitheater offers a cover stage area, rows of benches for attendees and security lights.
The day uses offers 38 individual picnic sites that includes a grill, a serve table and picnic table. An accessible shower house with flush toilets and two comfort stations with flush toilets are located in this area. Other amenities includes a playground, an amphitheater, two picnic shelters, beach outdoor showers, two life jacket loaner boards and a beach. One picnic shelter is located near playground and a comfort station. The other picnic shelter is located near shower house and overlook the lake/beach area. Amphitheater can seat up to 150 individuals and is ideal for weddings and special events and programs.
Notifications and Alerts
Enid Lake Pavilions/Picnic Shelters will no longer be reservable beginning June 4, 2024. These facilities will be first-come, first-served. All existing reservations will be refunded.
Need to Know
America Beautiful Senior and Access card are not accepted for picnic shelter and amphitheater reservations.
Picnic shelters and amphitheater may be reserved for $50.00/day.
No Pets in buildings or on beach.
No ATV's allowed.
There is a beach fee of $5.00.
Area is closed from October 1 to April 1.
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on site. Visito Dontmovefirewood.org for futher information.
Natural Features
There is a view of the lake from pavilions, picnic sites, and amphitheater but they are nestled among towering native pine and oak trees. The surrounding woods provide habitat for squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, deer, butterflies, and variety of birds. This day use area is off Interstate I55 and easily assessable to visitors. It a perfect location for a day at the lake to picnic, swim or to spend the day.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby towns of Water Valley and Batesville, Mississippi offers shopping, hotels, restaurants and emergency care facilities if needed. Memphis, Tennessee, approximately 60 miles, offers tours of Graceland, home of Elvis Presley. His birthplace is located in nearby Tupelo, Mississippi.
Recreation
Hickory Ridge offers 38 individual picnic sites and two picnic shelters for family gathering/reunions with a scenic views of Enid Lake. There is playground for the children and beach area for swimmers. Nearby recreation areas on Enid Lake offers access to the lake for boating and fishing.
Contact Information
Mailing
Enid Lake Field Office P.O. Box 10 264 CR 39 Enid MS 38927
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Take exit 233 off of Interstate 55 toward Enid Lake. Go east on County Road 36 for .8 miles. Take a left on to County Road 38 for .6 miles. Take a right on County Road 38 and you have arrived at the destination.
Available Campsites
- Site Picnic Shelter 625, Loop Hickory Ridge, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site Picnic Shelter 627, Loop Hickory Ridge, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site Amphitheater 01A, Loop Hickory Ridge, Type Group Picnic Area
