Campers arrive at Lake Lowndes State Park Campground via paved roads that lead to spacious, level sites designed for RVs up to 45 feet. The campground sits along the shoreline of a small lake, with many sites offering direct water views. Sites 31, 41, and 43 receive particular praise from returning visitors, while waterfront spots like site 10 provide tent campers with lake access right from their campsite.
The campground accommodates both RV and tent camping with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections. Each site comes equipped with picnic tables, grills, and fire pits. Recent updates include new picnic tables, though the shower facilities show their age and could use renovation. Park staff actively address maintenance issues, including ant problems that occasionally affect some sites during warmer months.
Recreation centers around the lake, where campers fish, kayak, and boat. A disc golf course draws enthusiasts, while hiking trails loop around the water. The park also features tennis courts, softball fields, and a playground. An administration building houses indoor games like pool and ping pong. Wildlife including ducks, geese, and deer frequent the area, particularly in the evenings.
"Lake Lowndes is simply a place that every camper (primitive or RV) has to visit," notes Richard W.. Reservations fill quickly on weekends. For additional camping options in the region, consider Hidden Cove Campground RV Park.
Description
Lake Lowndes State Park is located on a beautiful 150-acre lake and provides complete recreational facilities for individuals, families, and groups to enjoy the park. The park offers unlimited opportunities for fishing and camping, as well as three baseball/softball, tennis, two t-balls, and other organized sports. Mississippi University for Women (The "W") and Mississippi State University (MSU) are just a short drive to the west, making Lake Lowndes State Park the perfect place to stay during a football weekend at MSU or while visiting either campus.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake Lowndes State Park Campground is located in Mississippi near Columbus
Directions
East Bound on Hwy 82: Traveling Hwy 82 East to Columbus: You may take the__downtown exit__and travel Hwy 182 East to Hwy 69 South (right turn). About 5 miles out, you will turn left onto Lake Lowndes Road. It will bring you into the park You may take the exit to__East Columbus__at the Hwy 50/12 Exit: Exit to the right and stay to your right going off the ramp. You will go 1 mile to a 3-way stop. Take a left, and you will be on Gardner Blvd and heading to Hwy 69 South. About 6 miles out, you will take Lake Lowndes Road to your left when the road becomes a Y shape. This road will take you into the park. You may take the__Lee Stokes Road Exit__to your right. At the Shell Fuel Center, you will take a right onto Hwy 182 going west for about 2 miles. Take a left at the flashing light onto New Hope Road. Follow the signs to Lake Lowndes State Park. North Bound on Hwy 45: Take the Hwy 82 East Exit toward Columbus, then use the same directions as East Bound on Hwy 82. South Bound on Hwy 45: Go South on 45. Approximately 2 miles from Walmart (right side), there will be a light at Walmart; go straight. There will be 3 more lights. You will see a Columbus Air Force Model Plane on the left before you go under Hwy 82 bypass. Get over to the left to go up the ramp toward Tuscaloosa, AL. Then you will be on the Hwy 82 bypass going east.; use the same directions as East Bound on Hwy 82. West Bound on Hwy 82: About 1 mile after you cross the Alabama/Mississippi State Line, take the__Lee Stokes Road Exit. Turn left off the exit ramp onto Lee Stokes Road. At the stop sign by the Shell Fuel Center, take a right onto 182 West and drive approximately 2 miles to New Hope Road. At the flashing light, turn left and follow the signs to the park.
Address
3319 Lake Lowndes Rd
Columbus, MS 39702
Coordinates
33.4356942 N
88.30183029999999 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/26/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 20 min from Tuscaloosa, AL
- 1 hr 45 min from Birmingham, AL
- 2 hrs 22 min from Florence, AL
- 2 hrs 34 min from Decatur, AL
