Clear Springs Recreation Area

State: Mississippi

Elevation: 276

County: Franklin

About: Nestled among pine covered hills you will find a cool, twelve acre spring-fed lake, which offers a variety of recreation opportunities for everyone. Camping, swimming, fishing and picnicing are available at the lake and four mountain bike and hiking trails begin within the recreation area.This area has steep terrain.

The roads within the recreation area are paved with slopes greater than 8%. Fully accessible cement access routes connect the parking area, pavilion, amphitheater and restrooms. There are no accessible routes to the beach or fishing areas. The bathhouses are fully accessible. Some accessible campsites and accessible parking spaces are available. Boat Trailers are prohibited.

Fees: See http://www.fs.usda.gov for rates.

Restrictions: Boat Trailers are prohibited.

Directions: Clear Springs is 4 miles south of US Hwy 84. It is 35 miles west of Brookhaven and 32 miles east of Natchez. It is 5 miles west of Meadville on Hwy. 84; turn south on Clear Springs Road (County Road 104), go 4 miles to the recreation area entrance.