Wall Doxey
Holly Springs , Mississippi
Wall Doxey State Park offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities in a setting rich in natural beauty. Centered around a 60-acre, spring-fed lake, Wall Doxey is only 40 miles from the exciting shopping, restaurants, and attractions of Memphis, Tennessee, and is just seven miles from the splendid antebellum homes of Holly Springs, Mississippi. The University of Mississippi ("Ole Miss") is just a 25-minute drive away, making Wall Doxey State Park the perfect place to spend a football weekend. For a weekend getaway or as a central vacation spot, Wall Doxey State Park is an ideal destination.
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Area Attractions
The following attractions are located within a short drive of Wall Doxey State Park. The park staff will be happy to provide you with directions.
- Antebellum Homes, Town Square (Holly Springs, Oxford, MS)
- Marshall County Museum (Holly Springs, MS)
- Holly Springs National Forest
- Rowan Oak, Home of William Faulkner (Oxford, MS)
- The University of Mississippi "OleMiss" (Oxford, MS)
- Golf Courses
- Upper Sardis Wildlife Management Area
- Mississippi Audubon
- Strawberry Plains Audubon Center
Annual Events
February Ice Bowl Charity Disc Golf Tournament
Ice Bowl Survivors Dic Golf Tournament
April Sunrise Easter Services
Country Breakfast Buffet
Spring Pilgrimage (Holly Springs)
The Dogwood Open Disc Golf Tournament
July William Faulkner/Yoknapatawpha Conference (Area event held by the city of Oxford.)
September Rumble in the Jungle Disc Golf Tournament
October Halloween Haunted Hayride and Haunted House
Search and Rescue Dog Training sponsored by Desoto County Sheriff's Office
December Annual reunion of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
Developed Camping
RV Camping Sites
The 64 sites available for RV camping feature picnic tables, grills, and water and electrical hook-ups. Bathhouses with hot showers and a central sewage dumping station are located in the developed camping area. All campsites are reservable and reservations are strongly recommended.
Tent Camping
Primitive Camping Area
Eighteen wooded sites are available for tent camping. Water, restrooms, and showers are located within walking distance of the primitive camping area
Vacation Cabins
Wall Doxey features nine air-conditioned cabins offering forest or lake views. Accommodating four to seven persons, cabins are equipped with bed and bath linens and feature screened porches (except Cabin 6 and 7) and fireplaces. Televisions with Direct TV have been added into all of our cabins. No pets are allowed in or around the cabin area. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Group Camp
Group camping for up to 104 is available in eight air-conditioned cabins featuring separate counselor's quarters, a meeting room, and an outdoor amphitheater. Meals are served cafeteria-style in the dining hall, which seats 120. Campers must furnish their own linens, towels, pillows, soap, and other personal items. Reservations are required.
Visitor/Activity Building
Visitor's Center
The Visitor's Center houses the park office and meeting and banquet rooms accommodating 150-200. Catering service is available. For specific information on facilities, seating capacity, and fees, contact the park office (662) 252-4231.
Picnic Area/Shelter
The park's 40 picnic sites offer tables, grills, and scenic views of Spring Lake. Four large picnic pavilions are available by reservation, providing the ideal setting for family reunions, company picnics, and church or school outings. Catering is available.
Nature Trail
A 2.5 mile nature trail winds around Spring Lake, affording beautiful views of the water and of native Mississippi flora and fauna.
Playground
Playground equipment is also available.
Playing Fields
A site for softball, football and other outdoor recreational activities is available. Outside basketball goal is also available.
Boat Launching
Spring Lake
Spring Lake offers 60 acres of fresh spring water for fishing and water sports. Ramps are provided.
Fishing
Spring Lake offers 60 acres of fresh spring water for fishing and for water sports. Spring Lake is a well-stocked fishing lake. 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.
Spring Lake Depth Map (mdwfp link)
Fishing License Information (mdwfp link)
Laundry Facilities
Laundry facilities are available.
Disc Golf
Wall Doxey offers 2 disc golf course, Spring Creek and Turkey Hollow. Disc courses are open to the public, free of charge, however, the normal entrance fee is required. Discs can be rented or purchased at the park office.
