Established Camping
Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
Blue Bluff Campground, near Aberdeen, Mississippi, is a solid spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors year-round. With its level sites and amenities like picnic tables and fire pits, it’s set up for a comfortable stay whether you’re in a tent or an RV.
The campground is pet-friendly and offers drinking water, electric hookups, and sanitary dump facilities, making it convenient for all types of campers. Visitors have noted the clean bathrooms and the friendly atmosphere, with one camper mentioning, “The bathrooms were clean, people were friendly, and sites were level.”
If you’re into fishing, you’ll appreciate the beautiful views along the water, especially from sites 80-85. There’s also a playground for the kids and plenty of opportunities to watch barges navigating the nearby lock and dam. Just keep in mind that while the campground has its charm, some facilities could use a little updating.
Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Blue Bluff Campground offers a laid-back vibe and a chance to connect with nature.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
Overview
Blue Bluff Campground and Recreation Area, on the Aberdeen Lake section of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in Mississippi, is one of the most scenic recreation areas on the waterway. The area is located just north of Aberdeen and boasts both a campground and day-use area. Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts visit the area each year for picnicking, fishing and swimming.
Recreation
Families can swim at the facility's beach, play on the multi-use court and walk along the wooded waterfront. Anglers can try their luck on the accessible fishing dock or go off-shore in search of bass, walleye, crappie, catfish and sunfish. Additionally, hunters can seek out a diverse range of high quality habitats for upland game and waterfowl species at designated hunting areas along the waterway.
Natural Features
Blue Bluff is named for the beautiful clay and limestone cliffs that border the park on the eastern side. The bluff rises 80 feet above the water and provides a lofty view of Aberdeen Lake and the nearby lock and dam. The waterway extends 234 miles from the Tennessee River to the junction of the Tombigbee River in Alabama and connects the nation's midsection of commercial water transportation with the Gulf of Mexico.
Nearby Attractions
A tour can be schedule at the Aberdeen Lock and Dam next door, which provides an opportunity to watch barges and other recreational boats go through the lock on the waterway. The town of Aberdeen, just from minutes from the campground, has various amenities, tours and events. Tupelo, Mississippi, known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, is a 45-minute drive north.
Location
Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms) is located in Mississippi
Directions
From Highway 45 in Aberdeen. Mississippi, travel to the intersection of Commerce and Meridian Streets in the downtown area. From Commerce turn north on Meridian and cross a railroad track and a bridge. The recreation area is the first right turn after the bridge.
Address
20051 BLUE BLUFF ROAD
Aberdeen, MS 39730
Coordinates
33.8444444 N
88.5322222 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 48 min from Tuscaloosa
- 1 hr 55 min from Birmingham
- 1 hr 57 min from Florence
- 2 hrs 9 min from Decatur