About The Park

Located on scenic Sardis Reservoir just one hour from Memphis, John W. Kyle State Park offers a wide array of recreational opportunities in an area abundant in natural beauty. The historic campus of the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) is just over 20 miles away, making John W. Kyle State Park the perfect spot to spend a football weekend.

Address

4235 State Park Road
Sardis, MS 38666
United States

Map
Entrance Fee
$2.00 per person, 5 years of age and under - free
Phone
+1 662-487-1345
Email
johnkylestatepark@wfp.ms.gov
Hours of Operation
8 AM to 5 PM, Seven Days a Week
Reserve a spot
now!

Day use and overnight camping.

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Park Directions

To Campground: 

From I-55

  • Take exit 252
  • Travel East on Hwy 315 South for eight miles
  • Turn right to enter John Kyle State Park Campground 
To Park Office, Lodge, and Cabins

From I-55

  • Exit 252
  • Travel East 6.5 miles on Hwy 315 South
  • Turn left on Spillway Road and continue to the 3 way stop
  • Turn left at the 3-way stop located at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Office
  • Cross Spillway Bridge and continue on this road about 1 mile to the next 3 way stop
  • Turn right entering the stone gates located at the park entrance
  • Continue to the end of this road to the park office
VERY IMPORTANT

John Kyle State Park Campground is located on the lower lake. 

The main park, lodge, and cabins are located on the upper lake.

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Things To Do

From serene lakeside picnics to boating or fishing in the tranquil waters, explore all that Sardis Lake has to offer. Find yourself on the putting green of the award-winning 18-hole Mallard Pointe Golf Course.  Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an active day out, John Kyle State Park provides endless opportunities for unforgettable experiences in the heart of Mississippi. 

Amenities
RV Campground
Cabins/Cottages
Golf Villas
Group Camp
Visitor / Meeting Room
Campground Laundry
Boat Launch
Fishing
Playground
Golf
Golf

Award-winning Mallard Pointe offers golfers the total package. With 18-holes and a complete practice facility, visitors can enjoy the very best Mississippi has to offer. The course features a 10 acre grass tee area and range with six target greens, practice fairway bunker, chipping green, and putting green. 350 yards from end to end, enjoy both sides to practice variable wind conditions or simply a change of view.

Mallard Point Golf Course

Boat Launch

Sardis Lake is available for fishing and water sports such as skiing. A boat launch ramp is provided in the park. An entrance fee is charged for day use guests. 

Visitor/Activity Building

The John Kyle State Park meeting room, located inside the lodge, can accommodate up to 75 people. Contact the park office for specific information on facilities, reservations, costs, and local caterers.

Playground

Playground equipment is available for children within the campground. The playground is only available to campers and cabin guests. 

Stay The Night

John Kyle offers 100 developed camping sites, 18 cabins, and two golf villas. 

Developed Camping

John Kyle State Park offers 100 sites available for developed camping. Sites feature picnic tables, grills, water and electrical hookups. Bathhouse, laundry facility, and a central sewage dumping station are all conveniently located in the campground. 

While there is no primitive campground, you may pitch a tent on one of the developed sites within the park. 

Reservations are recommended and may be made up to 13 months in advance. Monthly camping may be available. Please check with the park office for availability.

Golf Villas

To reserve the golf villas, please contact the Mallard Pointe Golf Course. 

Vacation Cabins

John W. Kyle features 18 cabins furnished with basic kitchen equipment, utensils, dishware, and linens. All of the cabins are located near the water and have a fireplace, central air conditioning and heating. Ten of the cabins have two full size beds in the bedroom and will accommodate four people and eight of the cabins have a queen bed and full size bed in the adjoining den, accommodating a total of four people. Smoking and Pets are not allowed in any Mississippi government buildings.

Laundry Facilities

Laundry facilities are available in the campground area.

Upcoming Events

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