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 South Abutment Campground
Number of accommodations: 71
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
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Swimming
Water Skiing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (692)
What Guests Are Saying
South Abutment Campground offers a peaceful and well-kept environment, ideal for relaxation and enjoying nature. Many reviewers appreciated the cleanliness of the sites and facilities, spacious camping areas, and the quiet atmosphere, making it a great escape from daily life. However, some concerns were noted regarding outdated bathrooms, lack of water activities due to low lake levels, and occasional maintenance issues, including power outages and service challenges. Overall, it is viewed as a lovely campground with potential for improvement.
What Guests Are Saying
South Abutment Campground offers a peaceful and well-kept environment, ideal for relaxation and enjoying nature. Many reviewers appreciated the cleanliness of the sites and facilities, spacious camping areas, and the quiet atmosphere, making it a great escape from daily life. However, some concerns were noted regarding outdated bathrooms, lack of water activities due to low lake levels, and occasional maintenance issues, including power outages and service challenges. Overall, it is viewed as a lovely campground with potential for improvement.
Review Summary
Raymond G
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
Excellent views of the lake. Rangers are very professional However, I noticed some people are coming into campsites with no reservations and moving from empty sites without paying I think it would be very helpful solving this issue if Rangers were on site 24hours to constantly check for people freeloading sites
Raymond G
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
Excellent views of the lake. Rangers are very professional However, I noticed some people are coming into campsites with no reservations and moving from empty sites without paying I think it would be very helpful solving this issue if Rangers were on site 24hours to constantly check for people freeloading sites
Denise B
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
The site set up was not great -you had to walk around rock embankment to get to your picnic table. The grass was not cut to get to the firepit and there was evidence of prior occupants on the ground and around site.
Denise B
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
The site set up was not great -you had to walk around rock embankment to get to your picnic table. The grass was not cut to get to the firepit and there was evidence of prior occupants on the ground and around site.
Tom S
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
Love this place, they just need to cut the grass
September 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 38, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
The map and recreation.gov was incorrect. The site I had picked F10 according to the map on recreation.gov was on the water. When we got there we were told that number 10 was not on the water & map on recreation.gov was wrong. On the second day about three or four in the afternoon the power went out and was out for several hours .It was a quiet place to stay if you’re looking for someplace quiet. I just don’t think will be returning there
Tom S
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
Love this place, they just need to cut the grass
September 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 38, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
The map and recreation.gov was incorrect. The site I had picked F10 according to the map on recreation.gov was on the water. When we got there we were told that number 10 was not on the water & map on recreation.gov was wrong. On the second day about three or four in the afternoon the power went out and was out for several hours .It was a quiet place to stay if you’re looking for someplace quiet. I just don’t think will be returning there
David S
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
The stay was great...the reservation process needs help...
David S
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT
The stay was great...the reservation process needs help...
Location South Abutment Campground
Address:
3905 Arkabutla Dam Road
Coldwater, MS, 38618-6548
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7467 / -90.1325
Elevation: 81 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- Visitors should familiarize themselves with the park's general rules.
- A Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) is required on Arkabutla Lake for certain activities, with specific rules based on vessel length.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.
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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