## Overview

Bayou Point Day Use 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.

## 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.

## Natural Features

The pavilions are situated near the waterfront, among rolling hills forested
with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Bayou Point Day Use 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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by  fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking. </p>


<p>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.</p>



<p>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.</p>



<p>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.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The pavilions are situated near the waterfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.</p>

Arkabutla Lake

Pavilion 710

Bayou Point Day Use

## Overview

South Abutment Day Use 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.

## Recreation

Water is nearby, but no designated swim areas. PFDs are required to be worn
while swimming.

## Facilities

Two pavilions, two restrooms, a playground, and plenty of parking for
everyone.

## Natural Features

Located on a bluff overlooking the dam and lake. Playground for kids, and
plenty of additional picnic tables and grills in the area.

## Nearby Attractions

Arkabutla Lake is situated about 30 minutes south of Memphis. We have three
class A campgrounds nearby that will support RV's or tent camping with
electric, water, and sewage hookups on site. We also have an additional three
primitive campgrounds for tent camping only.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations may be made up until the day before the day of reservation.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>South Abutment Day Use 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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Water is nearby, but no designated swim areas. PFDs are required to be worn while swimming. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Two pavilions, two restrooms, a playground, and plenty of parking for everyone. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Located on a bluff overlooking the dam and lake. Playground for kids, and plenty of additional picnic tables and grills in the area. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Arkabutla Lake is situated about 30 minutes south of Memphis. We have three class A campgrounds nearby that will support RV's or tent camping with electric, water, and sewage hookups on site. We also have an additional three primitive campgrounds for tent camping only. </p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations may be made up until the day before the day of reservation. </p>

Pavilion 734  at South Abutment Day Use Area

Pavilion is on a bluff overlooking the dam and lake.

Pavilion 821 at South Abutment Day Use Area

Pavilion is close to playgrounds and has many picnic tables and grills in the area.

A photo of facility South Abutment Day Use Area with Picnic Table, Waterfront, Lean To / Shelter

A photo of facility South Abutment Day Use Area with Picnic Table

Pavilion 734 at South Abutment Day Use Area

South Abutment Pavilion

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.

<p>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.</p><p> Spraying is expected to be complete in approximately 2 weeks once started but may take longer if affected by lake elevations and/or weather.</p><p> 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.</p><p> Please continue to monitor <a href="http://www.recreation.gov" rel="nofollow">www.recreation.gov</a> for information regarding reservations and potential closures.</p>

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/

<p>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 <a href="https://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Programs-and-Project-Management/Project-Management/Projects/Arkabutla-Project-Page/" rel="nofollow">https://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Programs-and-Project-Management/Project-Management/Projects/Arkabutla-Project-Page/</a></p>

## 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.

## 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.

## 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.

## 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.

## Charges & Cancellations

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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by  fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking. <br/>
<br/>
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.
<br/><br/>
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.
<br/><br/>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
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.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the waterfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.<br/>
<br/>
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. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
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.

A photo of South Abutment Recreation Area

South Abutment Recreation Area

Arkabutla Lake Sunrise

South Abutment Campground

## Overview

Outlet Channel Day Use 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.

## 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.

## Facilities

The Outlet Channel has a tent camping area, access to the Swinging Bridge
Nature Trail and the Coldwater Trail system. There is also a newly constructed
playground, fishing at the outlet channel, individual picnic sites and a group
picnic shelter.

## Natural Features

The pavilion is situated on the riverfront, among rolling hills forested with
a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Outlet Channel Day Use 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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by  fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking. </p>


<p>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.</p>



<p>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.</p>



<p>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.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Outlet Channel has a tent camping area, access to the Swinging Bridge Nature Trail and the Coldwater Trail system. There is also a newly constructed playground, fishing at the outlet channel, individual picnic sites and a group picnic shelter. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The pavilion is situated on the riverfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.</p>

Outlet Channel Pavilion 716

Outlet Channel Day Use

## Overview

Dub Patton Day Use 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.

## 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.

## Facilities

Dub Patton offers a campground with reservable campsites, there is a boat
launching ramp, a kayak launch, two group picnic shelters and picnic sites.

## Natural Features

The pavilions are situated on the waterfront, among rolling hills forested
with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Dub Patton Day Use 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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by  fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking. </p>


<p>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.</p>



<p>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.</p>



<p>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.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Dub Patton offers a campground with reservable campsites, there is a boat launching ramp, a kayak launch, two group picnic shelters and picnic sites. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The pavilions are situated on the waterfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees.</p>

Arkabutla Lake Pavilion

Dub Patton Pavilion

## Overview

Dub Patton 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.

## 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.

## Facilities

This year-round campground offers 59 family sites and two group day-use
shelters, 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.

## 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.

## Charges & Cancellations

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 date 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 have been charged the
first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Dub Patton 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. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by  fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, and biking. <br/>
<br/>
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.
<br/><br/>
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.
<br/><br/>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This year-round campground offers 59 family sites and two group day-use shelters, all with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers and drinking water, creating a comfortable camping experience for guests.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the waterfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees. 


<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.<br/>
<br/>
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. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
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 date 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 have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.

Dub Patton Recreation Area

Dub Patton Campground

## Overview

Hernando Point 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.

## 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.

## Facilities

This year-round campground offers 83 family sites and one group day-use
shelter, all with electric hookups. Amenities like flush toilets, showers and
drinking water provide 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.

## 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.

## Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation has been crated, 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 date will also be charged the
first nighs use fee. No-shows are charged a $20.0.0 fee plus the first nights
use fee. If your reservation is for 1 night, and you have been charged the
first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Hernando Point 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. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors by  fishing, boating, swimming, hiking and biking. <br/>
<br/>
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.
<br/><br/>
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.
<br/><br/>
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.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This year-round campground offers 83 family sites and one group day-use shelter, all with electric hookups. Amenities like flush toilets, showers and drinking water provide a comfortable camping experience for guests.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the waterfront, among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.<br/>
<br/>
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. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Once your reservation has been crated, 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 date will also be charged the first nighs use fee. 
No-shows are charged a $20.0.0 fee plus the first nights use fee. 
If your reservation is for 1 night, and you have been charged the first nights use fee, there is no $10.00 service fee.

HERNANDO POINT

Hernando Point Campground

## Overview

Hernando Point Recreation Area sits along Arkabutla Lake and Dam in the hills
of northwest Mississippi.

## Recreation

  * Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors. 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 closest being the Area 51 trails at Hwy. 51 Landing which also provides Arkabutla's only current usable boat ramp. Hernando Point offers, camping, picnicking, fishing at a small, accessible pond in the area and several playgrounds. 

## Facilities

Hernando Point offers a year-round campground with 83 full hookup sites. The
area also has one day-use pavilion, a small pond with fishing pier, multiple
playgrounds, flush toilets, showers, and drinking water. The area's boat ramp
is currently unusable due to lowered water levels in the lake.

## Natural Features

The day use area is situated among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture
of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees. The waterfront view has
changed somewhat due to the lowered water level of Arkabutla Dam.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (662) 292-1992.

## Nearby Attractions

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.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations may be made up until the day before the day of reservation

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Hernando Point Recreation Area sits along Arkabutla Lake and Dam in the hills of northwest Mississippi. </p><h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul><li><p>Families come to Arkabutla Lake to enjoy the great outdoors. 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 closest being the Area 51 trails at Hwy. 51 Landing which also provides Arkabutla's only current usable boat ramp. Hernando Point offers, camping, picnicking, fishing at a small, accessible pond in the area and several playgrounds. </p></li></ul><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Hernando Point offers a year-round campground with 83 full hookup sites. The area also has one day-use pavilion, a small pond with fishing pier, multiple playgrounds, flush toilets, showers, and drinking water. The area's boat ramp is currently unusable due to lowered water levels in the lake.</p><p></p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The day use area is situated among rolling hills forested with a shady mixture of oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum and birch trees. The waterfront view has changed somewhat due to the lowered water level of Arkabutla Dam. </p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (662) 292-1992.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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.</p><h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations may be made up until the day before the day of reservation</p>

A photo of the pavilion at Hernando Point

This is the playground located in the Hernando Point Day Use Area

a playground at Hernando Point

Hernando Point Pavilion

Arkabutla Lake, MS, on the Coldwater River, is known for its large crappie and
excellent sailing conditions. Located near Memphis, TN, the lake has camping,
swimming and picnicking facilities.

Arkabutla Lake, MS, on the Coldwater River, is known for its large crappie and excellent sailing conditions.  Located near Memphis, TN, the lake has camping, swimming and picnicking facilities.

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