Chunky River Recreation
Chunky River Recreation offers a peaceful and scenic outdoor experience, ideal for camping, canoeing, kayaking, and enjoying nature along the Chunky River. With a small-town atmosphere and friendly, accommodating staff, visitors can relax and unwind by floating on the river or camping on secluded sandy beaches accessible only by water. The park provides a perfect getaway for families and groups seeking a calm and natural setting with opportunities to connect with wildlife and the river environment.
Reviews
What a sweet find! Want to do something different? Come over to Chunky River Recreation. Bring your camp gear, rent one of their kayaks/canoes, throw your gear in and row down the river to set up camp! We found a beautiful sandy beach halfway down river between our launch area and our pickup point. Talk about getting away for the weekend! There’s no road access to these beaches and they’re perfect for camp setups! Plenty of small wildlife and views to enjoy all long the Chunky River. It’s perfect for the whole family.
We unfortunately went when the river was low so at a lot of points we had to get off the canoe and walk it past the rocky low points. Nevertheless, it didn’t keep us from having a heck of a time! Tip: call ahead and ask about the river flow and balance you canoe when packing it with gear to avoid it flipping down river.
Passing through Mississippi, my brother and I saw the exit for Chunky and with a name like that we had to visit. Little did we know that we were stepping back in time and a town that was clearly Third World status. The nicest building in the town was the Chunky Recreation Center. I truly felt empathetic to how impoverished certain parts of our country are and how grateful and blessed I am to have grown up where I did. This part of our country needs alot of help. The Chunky River Recreation area is pretty though. I hope one day to return and see it living up to its awesome potential. Safe travels.
Had a great time today kayaking with Wayne and his folks. Could not ask for nicer people or better set up. Very accommodating and super friendly. They can accommodate parties of any size. We floated with abou 15 people and the group before us was only about 5. Same service for both groups. We will definitely be back.
Great place to go!! Wonderful guy, very accommodating. We will definitely be back! If you’re looking for a peaceful, calm float, come see Wayne!! You will not be disappointed! Thank you for a wonderful outing with our kiddos!
Best campground I have ever stayed in. The owners, and their friends will go out of their way to help you if you need help with anything. Small country town atmosphere with a lot of history. Chunky provides a refreshing dip or rent a canoe. Convenient to Meridian and Newton and interstate 20 east and west. Super people and a great place. Five stars!