Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers within campgrounds around Arkabutla Lake, Hernando Point sits along the forested shoreline of Arkabutla Lake in northern Mississippi. The campground has more than 80 full-hookup sites accommodating rigs up to 100 feet, making it a practical stop for RV travelers who want water access at Corps pricing. Sites are level across the board, a detail multiple campers specifically call out. The lake is the main draw, though lake levels fluctuate seasonally and have occasionally dropped low enough to restrict swimming.
Water proximity varies by site. Several spots sit close enough to the bank to fish directly from shore, though as Daniel L. notes, "the shoreline is a little tricky to get to." Waterfront sites tend to fill early, and the campground does get crowded enough that arriving to find someone still occupying a reserved site is not unheard of. Sites toward the back of the loop tend to see less through-traffic from other campers arriving and departing. After heavy rain, some sites collect standing water and can become difficult to use.
Full hookups include water, electric, and sewer connections. The bathrooms are older but consistently described as clean and maintained. A local group has established walking trails, though spring flooding can make them inaccessible early in the season. A basketball court sits behind one of the bathhouses, and a playground is available in the day-use area. Cell coverage is unreliable on Verizon without a signal booster.
Access to the campground comes with a few caveats. The road in can be rough, and maneuvering into certain sites is genuinely tight, particularly for longer fifth wheels. Some site marker posts are damaged or missing, which complicates backing in. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov and are worth making in advance during warmer months. Kellys Crossing Campground and Pleasant Hill Campground are nearby alternatives within the same lake system.
Hernando Point works best for self-sufficient RV campers who want full hookups at a lower nightly rate and don't mind an older facility or a bit of maneuvering on arrival.
Description
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.
Fee Info
$20.00 per night
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
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/
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsHernando Point is located in Mississippi near Coldwater
Directions
From I-55, take the Hernando, Mississippi exit and turn west. Continue to to HWY 51 and turn south. Turn west on Wheeler Road and follow signs into campground.
Address
End of Wheeler Road
Hernando, MS 38632
Coordinates
34.7336111 N
90.0688889 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/4/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/4/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- 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
- 48 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 37 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 1 hr 49 min from Jackson, TN
- 2 hrs 40 min from Little Rock, AR


























