Tombigbee
Tupelo , Mississippi
Located just six miles south of Tupelo, Mississippi - Tombigbee State Park offers the finest in outdoor recreation opportunities minutes from one of Mississippi's premier shopping, dining and entertainment areas. Tupelo is the site of the bi-annual Tupelo Furniture Market; home of the Elvis Presley Birthplace; and the headquarters of the Natchez Trace Parkway.
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Area Attractions
The following attractions are located within a short drive of Tombigbee State Park. The park staff will be happy to provide you with directions.
Annual Events
January - Ice Bowl - Disc Golf Tournament
April - April Fool's Fling Disc Golf Tournament
June - Tupelo Elvis Festival
July - "Rendevous in the Park" Dulcimer Festival
August - King of the Hills Triathlon
September - Fall Classic Disc Golf Tournament
Developed Camping
The campground features a loop of twenty paved sites that are available for RV or tent camping. A bath house with hot showers and laundry facilites is centrally located. All sites are equipped with electricity and water hookups, eighteen of which are also equiped with sewer. Each site is furnished with a picnic table, grill, and fire ring for campers to enjoy. A sewage dump station is also located nearby. All are available for advance reservations.
Primitive Camping
A scenic wooded area provides the ideal spot for tent camping. The primitive camping area features sites with picnic tables and barbeque grills. There is a seperate larger site within the primitive camping area for scouts and similar groups.
Vacation Cabins
Tombigbee features seven air-conditioned cabins offering forest and lake views. Cabins are equipped with bed and bath linens, basic kitchen equipment and feature fire places and screened porches or patios. Pets are not allowed in the cabin area. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Group Camp
The group camp is designed to accommodate groups of 25 people or more up to a maximum of 180 people. It features 2 air conditioned and heated dorms, which will hold 90 people in each one. Dorm guests must furnish their own bed linens and bath accessories. Meals are served, cafeteria style, in the dining hall. Fees are charged per person, per meal, and lodging per night. Call the office for booking information.
Visitor/Activity Building
The Visitor's center houses the park office and a meeting and banquet room accommodating 100 people. Catering is available. For specific information on facilities, seating capacity, reservations and fees contact the park office (662)842-7669.
Picnic Area/Shelter
The park’s 37 lakeside picnic sites offer tables, grills and scenic views of Lake Lee and the surrounding forest area. Two large picnic pavilions are available by reservation, providing the ideal spot for family reunions, company picnics and school or church outings.
Nature Trail
Tree Trunk Trail is a 1.2 mile hike winding through forest and along Lake Lee. Hikers can enjoy a closer look at forest ferns, mosses, and other plant life as well as amphibians, birds and small animals.
Playground
Playground equipment is centrally located in the day use area, and features modern units with slides and swings. Also in this area are old favorites such as monkey bars and merry go rounds. A sand volleyball area and a basketball goal are located nearby.
Playing Fields
A multi-use open field is available for use by groups for a game of football, baseball, or soccer.
Boat Launching
Boat launch is available year round for park guest who bring their boats to fish. Guest are asked to observe trolling speed only limits. No skiing or jet skis are permitted.
Lake Lee Map (Download)
Fishing
Lake Lee is a 100 acre lake well stocked with bass, bream, and catfish. A Mississippi fishing license is required for all persons between the ages of 16 and 65. Licenses may be purchased at the park office for a nominal fee.
Lake Lee Map (Download)
Weekly Fishing Report (Feb. thru Nov.) (mdwfp link)
Fishing License Information (mdwfp link)
Laundry Facilities
Laundry Facilities are available.
Disc Golf
Tombigbee has an 18-hole par 3 disc golf course. The course is open to the public, free of charge, however, the normal entrance fee is required. Discs can be rented or purchased at the park office.
Tupelo Disc Golf Association (Website Link)
Day Use
A day use entry fee is charged on a per vehicle basis.
