State Park · Mississippi
Mississippi's oldest state park in the heart of the Delta: artesian springs, ancient cypress and oak, Alligator Lake for fishing, eight lakeside cabins, and a rare wild alligator population that draws wildlife watchers year-round.
Field briefing
Leroy Percy State Park changes fast with season and elevation.
Before you go
It is a fishing and wildlife-watching destination first, with small-scale facilities that match the quiet character of the park. Eight lakeside cabins and a group camp make overnight stays easy, and reservations are strongly recommended.
Weather, crowds, and what the season changes about the trip.
Warm and green with alligators active and bass fishing at its best on Alligator Lake.
Pack Light layers, rain shell, and bug spray for the cypress-lined lake trail.
Hot and humid in the Delta; morning and evening are the best windows for wildlife and fishing.
Pack Sun protection, water, and heavy bug spray; alligators are most visible in warm water.
Pleasant and cooling, with good fishing, active alligators through October, and migratory birds.
Pack Light to mid-weight layers and binoculars for waterfowl and shorebirds in the Delta.
Mild by most standards, with seasonal hunting for deer, duck, and dove in the wildlife management area.
Pack Mid-weight insulation and hunting gear if pursuing seasonal hunting opportunities.
Alligator Lake and wild alligator population
Leroy Percy is one of the few Mississippi state parks with a resident wild alligator population. The lake is stocked with bream, catfish, and bass and is the focal point for fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching.
Alligator Lake Trail
A nature trail winding along Alligator Lake through the natural habitat of Delta hardwood forest, cypress, and ancient oaks with artesian spring influence.
Disc golf course and historic grounds
Mississippi's oldest state park, established in 1920, with a disc golf course that is part of the Southern National Disc Golf Association and picnic areas overlooking the lake.
Put the access rule first: shuttle, parking, timed-entry, or reservation windows should decide the order of the day. For one day in Leroy Percy State Park, make Alligator Lake and wild alligator population the non-negotiable, add Alligator Lake Trail only if the first stop runs clean, and keep Disc golf course and historic grounds as the flexible finish.
Turn Leroy Percy's conditions into water, pack, and sleep-system decisions.
Build around conditions
Let season, elevation, and weather set the plan.
Plan your trip
4 quick tools, already seeded for Leroy Percy State Park. Tune the numbers around temperature swings, footing, layers, and how much margin the route needs.
Start with the gear decisions this park changes: footing, weather, camping, and water.
Kit Authority
Leroy Percy State Park packing list
0 of 24 packed. Check items as you pack, then take this list to the store, trailhead, or campsite.
Pack planning
Use this as a constraint check while you are still shaping the trip. The active checklist becomes useful once your route, dates, and sleep plan are set.
Checklist mode
24 items, grouped for the trip you are actually taking.
The buying guides that match what Leroy Percy asks of your kit, with our current top picks across budget and use case.
The park has 16 developed RV sites with full hookups, three wooded tent camping sites, eight vacation cabins near Alligator Lake with air conditioning and fireplaces, and a group camp sleeping up to 44. All overnight facilities are reservable through reserve.mdwfp.com or by calling the park at (662) 827-5436. Hollandale is nearby; Greenville is about 25 miles away.
Camping reservations
The eight lakeside cabins are the main draw for overnight stays; they fill for fishing and hunting weekends. The 16 RV hookup sites and tent camping area provide camping alternatives.
Reviewed June 11, 2026
Booking window
Reservations can be made up to 12 months in advance through the online reservation system or by calling the park at (662) 827-5436.
Where to book or verify
Official MDWFP online reservation system for Leroy Percy campsites and cabins.
Official MDWFP park page for facilities, fishing, hunting, and trail details.
Check for federal campground, backcountry, tour, and permit inventory tied to this park.
Campgrounds to know
Build the arrival around the reservation.
Entry windows, permit pickups, and drive time should be checked before the itinerary gets crowded.
Getting there
Arrival note
Leroy Percy State Park is at 1400 Highway 12W, five miles west of Hollandale, Mississippi, in the flat Delta landscape about 30 miles south of Greenville.
Car strategy
Drive west on Highway 12 from Hollandale and the park entrance is on the right.
Local movement
From Greenville, allow about 40 minutes.
Pair this with lodging: choose the base that keeps the reservation or permit pickup from becoming the hardest part of the day.
Yes. Leroy Percy is known for its resident wild alligator population in and around Alligator Lake. They are especially visible during warmer months from spring through fall. Visitors should keep a safe distance and never feed them.
It is Mississippi's oldest state park, established in 1920 and named for a prominent Delta planter and U.S. Senator. The park is characterized by artesian springs, ancient cypress and oak trees, and Delta hardwood forest.
Yes. Alligator Lake is stocked with bream, catfish, and bass. A Mississippi fishing license is required for anglers between ages 16 and 65; licenses can be purchased at the park office. A boat launch is available for a small fee.
Yes. There are eight vacation cabins near Alligator Lake, each with air conditioning, heat, bed and bath linens, basic kitchen equipment, and a fireplace. Reserve up to 12 months ahead through reserve.mdwfp.com or by calling (662) 827-5436.