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South Abutment Recreation Area
South Abutment Recreation Area

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Available sites

71 total sites

About South Abutment Campground

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.

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

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Kayaking

Kayaking

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Swimming

Swimming

Summer
Water Skiing

Water Skiing

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

71 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 03, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 04, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 12 ft
🚐 05, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 29 × 11 ft
🚐 06, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 36 × 11 ft
🚐 07, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 11 ft
🚐 09, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 11 ft
🚐 10, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 12 ft
🚐 11, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 13, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 14, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 43 × 12 ft
🚐 15, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 11 ft
🚐 16, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft
🚐 17, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 12 ft
🚐 18, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 × 12 ft
🚐 20, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 12 ft
🚐 21, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 22, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 × 13 ft
🚐 23, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 24, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 12 ft
🚐 25, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 66 × 12 ft
🚐 26, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 27, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 13 ft
🚐 28, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 79 × 13 ft
🚐 29, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 76 × 13 ft
🚐 30, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 13 ft
🚐 31, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 79 × 13 ft
🚐 32, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 12 ft
🚐 33, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 34, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 13 ft
🚐 35, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 81 × 13 ft
🚐 36, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 × 12 ft
🚐 37, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 68 × 12 ft
🚐 38, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 39, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 41, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 12 ft
🚐 42, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 43, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 × 12 ft
🚐 44, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 45, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 46, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 51 × 12 ft
🚐 47, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 11 ft
🚐 48, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 × 12 ft
🚐 49, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 50, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 12 ft
🚐 52, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 11 ft
🚐 54, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 64 × 12 ft
🚐 55, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 12 ft
🚐 56, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 28 × 11 ft
🚐 57, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 67 × 12 ft
🚐 58, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 33 × 11 ft
🚐 59, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 60, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 61, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 62, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 12 ft
🚐 63, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 12 ft
🚐 64, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 × 12 ft
🚐 65, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 × 12 ft
🚐 66, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 62 × 13 ft
🚐 67, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 69, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 70, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 61 × 11 ft
🚐 71, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 13 ft
🚐 73, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 × 12 ft
🚐 74, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 56 × 12 ft
🚐 75, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 12 ft
🚐 76, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 77, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 59 × 12 ft
🚐 78, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 58 × 12 ft
🚐 79, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 12 ft
🚐 80, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 64 × 12 ft
🚐 81, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 13 ft

Reviews (707)

What Guests Are Saying

South Abutment Campground is praised for its clean, well-maintained sites, peaceful atmosphere, and quiet surroundings, making it an ideal getaway for relaxation. Many visitors appreciate the spacious, paved sites with full hookups, and the area's natural beauty, despite some concerns about low water levels in the lake. However, issues such as occasional power outages, outdated bathroom facilities, and a lack of staff presence have been noted.

Review Summary

4.0
707 reviews
5
47.1%
333
4
28.1%
199
3
12.2%
86
2
7.6%
54
1
5.0%
35

Ramona A

Verified

July 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

5

My first COE campground and I was not disappointed! Even with construction and having arrived after hours, it was easy to find my space. I had a site with electric and water. I got settled quickly, took my dog for a walk and we encountered some deer! Hardly anyone there, so it was peaceful! I checked out the restroom/shower house, everything was clean and in good order. This is a route I have to travel often so I will be back again!

Ramona A

Verified

July 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

5

My first COE campground and I was not disappointed! Even with construction and having arrived after hours, it was easy to find my space. I had a site with electric and water. I got settled quickly, took my dog for a walk and we encountered some deer! Hardly anyone there, so it was peaceful! I checked out the restroom/shower house, everything was clean and in good order. This is a route I have to travel often so I will be back again!

MMCJ M

Verified

July 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 45, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

3

Nice campground close by Memphis (thus great place to stay with an RV or tent if you're planning for a day-trip into the city). Because it's located on a rather secluded location, it was a very quiet and relaxing campground.

The only downside was that the restrooms were not properly cleaned and maintained.

MMCJ M

Verified

July 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 45, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

3

Nice campground close by Memphis (thus great place to stay with an RV or tent if you're planning for a day-trip into the city). Because it's located on a rather secluded location, it was a very quiet and relaxing campground.

The only downside was that the restrooms were not properly cleaned and maintained.

Aiga L

Verified

August 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

3

Overall nice, but a bit difficult to find a spot for a tent, since most spots are meant for RVs. We were woken up by the noise of several workers mowing the lawn at 7am, which is not quite ok for a relaxing camping experience out in nature. Pieces of grass got all over our tent and things left outside.
Bathrooms were clean and well maintained.

Aiga L

Verified

August 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

3

Overall nice, but a bit difficult to find a spot for a tent, since most spots are meant for RVs. We were woken up by the noise of several workers mowing the lawn at 7am, which is not quite ok for a relaxing camping experience out in nature. Pieces of grass got all over our tent and things left outside.
Bathrooms were clean and well maintained.

angela h

Verified

August 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

4

Upon arriving, there was no host to get any information from. Once you come in, there's only one sign that tells you which campsites are in which direction. Once you get down to the area, there are no more signs telling you where to go for whatever campsite you have. The roads are a bit narrow and could use some work. There are lots of bumps and cracks on the roads. The original campsite that I had reserved was not going to fit us, it was to small and I'm guessing the water pipe has a leak because there was a decent sized muddy puddle around it, so I had to switch campsites. Some sites are level, and others need some work. Pretty campground. Most of the campsites I've seen so far have water, electric and sewage, which is really nice! The bathrooms were pretty dirty when I walked in them earlier, not something I plan to use. I do understand trying to get yard work done early, however, weed eating next to my camper at 7:15 in the morning just was not okay. The water is extremely low, so there is no way to get to it from what I can tell. After doing some research, the Arkabulta dam needs repairs done, so they lowered the water to relieve some of the stress on the dam. It will take years for the repairs to be done, so I'm assuming that means no water during that time. Just a heads up for those who like to fish and those of us who like water activities. I've seen a lot of random vehicles coming through the campground. I'm not sure why, but it def gives me an uneasy feeling.

angela h

Verified

August 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

4

Upon arriving, there was no host to get any information from. Once you come in, there's only one sign that tells you which campsites are in which direction. Once you get down to the area, there are no more signs telling you where to go for whatever campsite you have. The roads are a bit narrow and could use some work. There are lots of bumps and cracks on the roads. The original campsite that I had reserved was not going to fit us, it was to small and I'm guessing the water pipe has a leak because there was a decent sized muddy puddle around it, so I had to switch campsites. Some sites are level, and others need some work. Pretty campground. Most of the campsites I've seen so far have water, electric and sewage, which is really nice! The bathrooms were pretty dirty when I walked in them earlier, not something I plan to use. I do understand trying to get yard work done early, however, weed eating next to my camper at 7:15 in the morning just was not okay. The water is extremely low, so there is no way to get to it from what I can tell. After doing some research, the Arkabulta dam needs repairs done, so they lowered the water to relieve some of the stress on the dam. It will take years for the repairs to be done, so I'm assuming that means no water during that time. Just a heads up for those who like to fish and those of us who like water activities. I've seen a lot of random vehicles coming through the campground. I'm not sure why, but it def gives me an uneasy feeling.

William T

Verified

September 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 67, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

1

As a disabled person the ranger are very prejudice and violated my ADA and civil rights, and allow their friends to let viscous pitbull dogs rule loose off and don't abide by the visious dog and leash laws.... !!!!!! I tried to call Jackson main office but got no where.......

William T

Verified

September 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 67, Loop: SOUTH ABUTMENT

1

As a disabled person the ranger are very prejudice and violated my ADA and civil rights, and allow their friends to let viscous pitbull dogs rule loose off and don't abide by the visious dog and leash laws.... !!!!!! I tried to call Jackson main office but got no where.......

Location & Directions for South Abutment Campground

3905 Arkabutla Dam Road, Coldwater, MS 38618-6548 United States

Elevation: 81 ft

Getting There

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.

Nearest town

Coldwater, MS - 12 mi

About 16 min to downtown

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.

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