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As the nation's largest federal provider of outdoor and water-based recreation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you and your family to have a safe and enjoyable visit to one of the Corps' more than 400 lakes and more than 2,400 recreation sites nationwide. During your visit to these sites or the thousands of other federal lands and waters, we encourage you and your loved ones to always wear a properly fitted life jacket when boating or playing on or near the water. We need your help to reduce the number of water-related injuries and deaths. Visitor safety is the Corps' number one priority. We actively promote water and boater safety and education programs. For more on these efforts and recreation opportunities, visit www.Corpslakes.us

South Abutment Recreation Area, MS

Description

The South Abutment Recreation Area is located approximately five miles north of Arkabutla, MS. The campground is located just south of the Arkabutla Dam. This campground offers 80 campsites and a trailer dump station. The nearby day use area includes one picnic shelter, playground, designated swimming beach, and numerous picnic tables. Visitors enjoy outdoor recreational activities such as camping, fishing, boating, swimming, biking and spending a relaxing day taking in all that nature has to offer. Bring your family to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Accessible Campsite
  • Accessible Restroom
  • Designated Swimming Beach
  • Dump Station
  • Flush Toilet
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Playground
  • Potable Water
  • Showers

Alerts and Important Information

This campground is closed indefinitely due to repairs. When reopened, reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance and the campground will be open year round. Sites are $18-20 per night March 1-Oct 31 and $16-18 per night Nov 1-Feb 28. Check in time is 6pm check out time is 4pm

Getting There:

South Abutment Recreation Area
3905 Arkabutla Dam Road
Coldwater MS 38618-6548

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
34.74667, -90.1325

From I-55, Hernando, MS or Coldwater, MS exit; follow the Scenic Route 304 to the main dam. Follow signs into the recreation area. The campground is located just south of the Arkabutla Dam.

Phone Park for More Information:

Information: (662)562-6261