Established Camping
North Abutment
North Abutment, near Grenada, Mississippi, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. The campground features spacious sites, many of which offer stunning views of Grenada Lake, making it a prime location for relaxing by the water or enjoying a campfire under the stars.
Visitors rave about the clean facilities and the friendly campground hosts who are always ready to help. With amenities like electric hookups and drinking water, you can enjoy your stay without sacrificing too much of the comforts of home. One camper noted, “The campsites are always clean, and it is always a wonderful experience camping here.”
For those who love water activities, the campground is right next to a boat ramp, making it easy to launch your boat or enjoy a swim in the lake. There’s also a playground for the kids and plenty of space for biking and exploring. Plus, the nearby town of Grenada offers restaurants and stores for any supplies you might need.
While weekends can get busy with locals enjoying the lake, the atmosphere remains friendly and welcoming. Whether you're here for a quick getaway or an extended stay, North Abutment has everything you need for a memorable camping experience.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Grenada Lake
Overview
North Abutment Campground is located on the north end of Grenada Dam on Grenada Lake. The campground is an excellent destination for boating and fishing. The region is steeped in history, with an array of civil war landmarks. In summer, Grenada Lake is home to the annual Thunder on Water Safe Boating Festival. Featured events include concerts, a youth fishing rodeo, tractor pull and fireworks display.
Recreation
In addition to general lake activities like boating, fishing, picnicking and sailing, the region boasts a sports complex, baseball fields, an 18-hole golf course and a fitness trail.
Natural Features
The campground is on the north shore of Grenada Lake. Several campsites face the water May through August, but the water level is dropped for water storage in winter, making the shoreline as far as a mile from the campground. Within the campground there is a small 17 acre lake that has a swimming beach and is stocked with Bream, Largemouth Bass, and Catfish for the campers to enjoy catching. Grenada Lake is on the Yalobusha and Skuna Rivers in Mississippi. The man-made lake has about 148 miles of shoreline and holds 35,820 acres of water.
Nearby Attractions
Visit the Haserway Wetland Demonstration Area, a 100-acre reservoir of bottomland hardwood trees, five moist soil management areas, two millet ponds and a 1.5-mile interpretive trail. The campground is just five miles from the city of Grenada.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (662) 226-1679.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations are subject to additional fees. $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancel
Fee Info
A $10.00 non-refundable online reservation fee may be charged for some facilities. Payment in full will be charged to your credit car upon completion of the reservation.
Location
North Abutment is located in Mississippi
Directions
From I-55, take the Grenada exit on highway 8 east through the City of Grenada for approximately three miles then turn left on Scenic Loop 333. Follow Scenic Loop 333 across the dam and take the second road to the right at the North end of the Dam.
Address
4823 Scenic Loop 333
Grenada, MS 38901-8247
Coordinates
33.8469444 N
89.7744444 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Memphis
- 1 hr 38 min from Jackson
- 2 hrs 29 min from Jackson
- 2 hrs 58 min from Tuscaloosa
