South Abutment Campground
South Abutment Campground
Part of Arkabutla Lake
Overview
South Abutment Recreation Area sits along Arkabutla Lake and Dam in the hills of northwest Mississippi. The dam project is on the Coldwater River and offers some of the best sailing east of the Mississippi River.Facilities
This year-round campground offers 81 family sites and one group day-use shelter, all with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers and drinking water, creating a comfortable camping experience for guests.Natural Features
The campground is situated on the waterfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.Recreation
Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking.Wildlife management areas around Arkabutla Lake boast a combined 30,000 acres of public hunting lands where whitetail deer, wild turkeys, quail and waterfowl roam.
Several trails wind around the lake and throughout the nearby landscape. The Coldwater River Nature Trail System encompasses two hiking trails as well as an interpretive trail that helps educate hikers on the wildlife and ecosystem. The Swinging Bridge Nature Trail is also nearby, and includes a section of land that was part of the river prior to the dam being built. This trail is also an interpretive educational trail.
Thousands of people each year visit Arkabutla Lake to go fishing. The lake is home to several species of native fish to Mississippi waters, such as largemouth bass, bream, catfish and crappie.
Nearby Attractions
The Lost Indian Spring Disc Golf Course is just below the Arkabutla Dam near Pratt Road. The course has 18 holes and is free to the public.The Senatobia Wetlands project is just a 30-minute drive from the park. It provides visitors with educational displays and an area to observe wildlife and waterfowl.
Important Notices
- Visitors are expected to be aware of park general rules
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reminds all visitors that coast guard approved personal floatation device is required when conducting activities on or in the waters of Arkabutla Lake. These activities include but are not limited to swimming, waterskiing, riding on personal watercraft, kayaking, and other boating related activities. If vessel is under 16 feet in length a PFD is mandatory at all times. If vessel is over 16 feet in length, PFDs are only required while making way under main propulsion.
Notifications and Alerts
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will have contractors conduct aerial herbicide spraying at certain areas within the lakebed of Arkabutla Lake for vegetation management beginning on August 1, 2026.
Spraying is expected to be complete in approximately 2 weeks once started but may take longer if affected by lake elevations and/or weather.
This is not expected to affect any day-use or campground areas at Arkabutla Lake, and those areas will remain open while spraying is underway.
Please continue to monitor www.recreation.gov for information regarding reservations and potential closures.
Arkabutla Lake will be experiencing substantially lower water levels for an extended period of time. Long-term repairs to Arkbabutla Dam must be completed before water levels can return to normal. This affects boating access and water-based activities on the lake. Many boat ramps are currently closed with Hwy. 51 Landing being the only open ramp. Most day use and campground facilities remain open for public use. For more information, please contact the Arkabutla Lake Field Office at 662-562-6261 or 662-292-1992. For a full list of all affected areas and facilities as well as to get information on what's going on at Arkabutla Lake, please visit our project page at https://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Programs-and-Project-Management/Project-Management/Projects/Arkabutla-Project-Page/
Available Activities
- HUNTING - Hunting
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Boating
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From I-55, take the Hernando, Mississippi exit and follow Scenic Route 304 to the main dam. Follow signs into the recreation area; the campground is just south of the dam.
Cancellation Policy
Once your reservation has been created, there will be a $10.00 fee to cancel and a $10.00 fee to change your site or dates. Cancellations made the day before, or up to the day after your arrival will also be charged the first nights use fee. No-shows are charged a $20.00 fee plus the first nights use fee. If your reservation is for 1 night, and you ahve been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.
Contact Information
Phone: 662-562-6261
3905 Arkabutla Dam RoadCOLDWATER, MS 38618-6548
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 69, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 15, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 80, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 27, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 75, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 61, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 42, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 07, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 38, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 73, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 67, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 44, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 60, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 04, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 16, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 59, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 18, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 24, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 50, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 12, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 48, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 26, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 03, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 21, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 02, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 25, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 52, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 71, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 10, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 30, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 28, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 13, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 65, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 08, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 17, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 14, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 57, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 23, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 49, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 37, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 78, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 05, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 41, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 11, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 76, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 46, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 45, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 74, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 33, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 64, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 31, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 39, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 01, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 62, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 58, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 66, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 77, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 06, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 35, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 29, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 55, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 09, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 63, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 56, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 81, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 54, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 34, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 47, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 22, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 36, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 43, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 20, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 79, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 32, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
- Site 70, Loop SOUTH ABUTMENT, Type Standard Electric
