No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Hickory Ridge continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 549 tracked reservation dates (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 39 closed · 510 unavailable (cause unspecified).
No online availability right now
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Of the 549 tracked reservation dates (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 39 closed · 510 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open reservation dates across the tracked window — these reservation dates are a mix of reserved, closed, unreleased and non-reservable dates.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 3 shelters| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 0 | None open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked date. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked date. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked date. New Year: no online availability on any tracked date.
About Hickory Ridge
Overview
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.
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.
Facilities
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.
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.
Getting there
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.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Hickory Ridge?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 549 tracked reservation dates open for online reservation at Hickory Ridge. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Pick the shelter on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
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How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Does Hickory Ridge have online availability right now?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot, none of the 549 tracked reservation dates are open for online reservation. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. A free Campsite Sniper alert tells you if any date opens online.
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