Warning
GeneralArkabutla 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/
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About Dub Patton Campground
Number of accommodations: 31
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2026 Season availability
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (105)
What Guests Are Saying
Dub Patton Campground offers a tranquil and scenic experience, highlighted by breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for campers seeking solitude. Many reviews praise the friendly staff and clean facilities, contributing to a welcoming environment. However, some challenges include unlevel sites, occasional power issues in the bathhouse, and difficulty navigating due to poor signage. Overall, the campground is well-maintained and provides a great location for outdoor activities.
What Guests Are Saying
Dub Patton Campground offers a tranquil and scenic experience, highlighted by breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for campers seeking solitude. Many reviews praise the friendly staff and clean facilities, contributing to a welcoming environment. However, some challenges include unlevel sites, occasional power issues in the bathhouse, and difficulty navigating due to poor signage. Overall, the campground is well-maintained and provides a great location for outdoor activities.
Review Summary
Linda U
July 10, 2023
The campsite's drive was too narrow and at a poor angle, I could not back my trailer into it.
Maps to find the recreation area from the highway / numbered roads were not available.
Especially with the lake drained for maintenance, this is not a place to be in the summer months.
Iris P
June 20, 2023
The day use areas are amazingly well kept and clean but the campground is not well maintained and sites are very close together.
Franziska H
VerifiedJune 11, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 58, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
Nice showers, wonderful view on the lake and cute fireflies.
We are Tent Campers and it's not usual to have water and electricity in all sites. Really great place, we'll definitely come back
Greg J
VerifiedMay 10, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 06, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
Beautiful location and campsite was relatively level. Only criticism was the site was extremely steep on the entry side of our rig. The last step was a doozy. Due to the steepness the picnic table was on the wrong side.
William H
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2023 β’ Stayed at: 06, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
We loved Dub Patton!! Beautiful, quiet, serene!! It was a stop-over for us. We only planned on staying 2 nights, but stayed 4. We were on our way to the coast. Love Dub Payton!!
Mark W
VerifiedDecember 5, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 15, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
We love the area. The only problem was using the website. It wasn't user friendly and the cell service here isn't great.
Phillip D
VerifiedNovember 8, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
The site that I picked was in a swag that collected mud runoff, so that was disappointing. The area was quiet in the evening hours - to a point! Good view of the lake from the end of the campground road. Lovely sunrise. Shower facilities were ok, just average. Good stay for the price (half price with my Parks Pass).
The Bad: This campground is unfortunately located right where FedEx jets either line up or make their final turn in to the Memphis airport, and it went on nonstop until 2 AM. Highly recommend earplugs, if you want to get any sleep.
Antoinique H
VerifiedOctober 23, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 19, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
Every year we come down itβs a blast and we always meet new families camping.
Bob W
VerifiedOctober 18, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 16, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
It was nice to have sewer hookups now
Jay E
VerifiedOctober 17, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 06, Loop: DUB PATTON AREA
Nice park, very clean and quiet.
Location Dub Patton Campground
Address:
3905 Arkabutla Dam Road
Coldwater, MS, 38618-6548
United States
From I-55 take the Coldwater, Mississippi, exit and proceed west on Scenic Route 304. Follow the signs to the camping area, which is located just north of the dam.
Dub Patton Campground is accessible via I-55, with the Coldwater exit providing direct access to Scenic Route 304, which leads to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7744 / -90.1147
Elevation: 81 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- 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.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralArkabutla 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/
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