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GuideNorth Abutment
Great spot
Right on Grenada lake. All the good amenities
Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Grenada Lake
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North Abutment campground allows pets in all camping areas with water, electric, and sewer hookups across its three distinct loops. Campsites provide spacious concrete pads with many overlooking Grenada Lake, offering water access for both campers and their dogs. Eagle Point Primitive Campground also welcomes pets with tent pads, grills, and marble picnic tables on its peninsula location. Both campgrounds maintain clean restroom facilities, though Eagle Point lacks showers. Some North Abutment sites feature fire rings, and most sites are well-spaced from neighbors with ample shade trees creating natural privacy. Curbing of dogs is not consistently enforced as evidenced by dog waste issues occasionally noted by visitors.
Grenada Lake's shoreline offers multiple opportunities for dogs to splash and swim alongside their owners, with both main lake access and smaller pond areas available depending on the campground loop. Wildlife encounters are possible, with some campers reporting packs of stray dogs roaming the primitive camping areas at night. The town of Grenada lies approximately 10 minutes from the campgrounds, providing access to pet supplies and veterinary services if needed. Both North Abutment and Eagle Point provide trash receptacles throughout the camping areas, though pet waste stations are limited. Many campsites feature large grassy areas perfect for exercising dogs, with the spacious layout allowing room for leashed pets to explore without disturbing neighboring campers.
Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Grenada Lake (33)
1. North Abutment
10 ReviewsGrenada, MS3 milesWebsite+1 (662) 226-5911$30 - $50 / night
"Right on Grenada lake. All the good amenities"
"Rolling hills in Mississippi but all the sites are level concrete pads with water and electric (50A). There are three circles each with their own dump station and paved roads."
2. Eagle Point Primitive Campground
7 ReviewsGrenada, MS3 milesWebsite+1 (662) 226-1649$10 / night
"The campground is located in a beautiful spot on a peninsula with great views of Grenada lake at both sunrise and sunset."
"You can go to one of the other many Corps of Engineers campgrounds nearby to shower. Both times we have stayed here, we were the only ones there. It's so new, almost no one knows of its existence."
3. North Graysport
4 ReviewsGrenada, MS7 milesWebsite+1 (662) 226-5911$30 / night
"Came to ride the lake bottom in our SXS. Campground was very clean. Bathhouse was clean. Park host at the time were pretty nice."
"Came up for the day and night Saturday to camp and ride the lake. Always a well kept campground. All attendees were nice. Bathhouses were super clean. We enjoy this little spot a lot."
4. Gums Crossing Campground
2 ReviewsGrenada, MS7 milesWebsite+1 (662) 226-59115. Bryant Campground
1 ReviewGrenada, MS6 milesWebsite6. Persimmon Hill(enid Lake)
12 ReviewsOakland, MS22 milesWebsite+1 (662) 563-4571$30 - $50 / night
"All sites are generously sized with plenty of room and flat spots to put a tent, plus more than half of the sites have a view of the lake."
"Also the north mississippi fish hatchery is here but closed for the holidays."
7. Wallace Creek
13 ReviewsPope, MS24 milesWebsite+1 (662) 563-4571$30 - $50 / night
"Stock up on supplies because there is not much around. Sites are really nice and spacious with paved driveways and patios. "
"Enid Lake has an earthen dam and was built for flood control. We enjoyed the nearby North Mississippi Fish Hatchery and Visitors Center."
8. Old Fort Campground
Be the first to review!Grenada, MS4 milesWebsite+1 (662) 226-59119. Chickasaw Hill
5 ReviewsPope, MS23 milesWebsite+1 (662) 563-4571$30 - $50 / night
"There are 7 walk in sites grouped together. Each site had their own electric box and shared a water faucet. Not much privacy, but my daughter loved running around with the other kids."
"New to fulltime rv life we chose to spend a week at this quiet off the beaten path campground on our way west . This place offers nice concrete pads with full hookups that are relatively level."
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Bran P.
LegendNorth Abutment
Relaxing Area - Can be Busy!
Rolling hills in Mississippi but all the sites are level concrete pads with water and electric (50A). There are three circles each with their own dump station and paved roads. Loop 1-36 over looks Grenada Lake with several sites having nice water access. Many have great views but I really liked 14 and 17. Loop 37-61 used to be the tent loop so the sites were a bit closer and the road was less big rig friendly but still quite nice. We were in site 50. The other loop, 62-88, over looks a pond with a swimming area and two fishing piers. Each loop has 10 first come sites so about 60% are reservable. If you have reservations, remember your site number since there is no one working at the gate (there is none).
This place was full of families for the Memorial Day weekend. We just relaxed and did a little people watching. The cg is right next to the earthen dam that you drive over to go to the town of Grenada. Grenada Lake is quite nice with a few day use areas and a State Park CG on the banks of the Outflow Channel. There is a Visitor Center on the other side of the dam that has a nice view of the dam and lake. Within the cg, there is a dam to form a pond. You have to drive over that dam to get to one of the loops. Kinda crowded but a nice place to ride bikes, at least all the kids thought so. Golf carts are popular with the locals.
- HHarrison T.
TravelerEagle Point Primitive Campground
A Scenic Stay
The campground is located in a beautiful spot on a peninsula with great views of Grenada lake at both sunrise and sunset. The tent pads are nice and each camp has a grill and a nice marble picnic table. Several camps have fire pits, trash cans, and water faucets. There is a nice public restroom just a short walk from any camp. The sounds of the water crashing on the shores around you and the birds singing at sunrise are utterly calming. The only problem is the occasional truck that passes through to sit listening to music or use the campground road as a turn around. This could be fixed if the gate at the entrance were kept closed and only opened for actual campers.
Shana D.LegendOak Grove (MS) — Sardis Lake
Nice COE Campground
Mississippi does a great job of maintaining their COE campgrounds. Nice, spacious spots underneath large Pine trees. Water views and access to the Lower Lake. There is a popular swim beach, boat launch and boat dock. The spillway is also close by for fishing. Do not get this park confused with the John Kyle State Park Campground that is directly next to this one. This park is much nicer!
Alana R.GuideNorth Abutment
Great views
We are only here for a few days during the week, but were assured that it would be packed on the weekends. Alot of locals come to use the lake, with a boat ramp right next to the campsites. The boys enjoyed swimming in the lake and riding their bikes around. The visitors center is worth a visit. 4/5 based on tons of dog poop, curbing of dogs is not enforced.
- SStaceyGuide
Howard Stafford Park Campground
Small tidy county park
With less than 20 sites this is a small comfortable campground with full hookups. 30 minutes to Tupelo or Oxford, this place splits them down the middle. The site is a level concrete pad with 50/30 amp, water and sewer. The campground is next to a big county park with a playground, boat ramp and fishing docks. Nice walking paths along the lakes edge provides a great place for a view of the sunset. The camp manger is a nice as could be and reached out after I left to return something I left behind. A great small park easy to get to.
L F.
ScoutEagle Point Primitive Campground
Unsafe
I had a horrible experience at this campsite. Rolled up to find one (miserable) couple there. They were blasting music out of their car which is whatever and I waved hello and they just stared. Multiple cars came thru the campsite at night, shining their headlights every which way. Even though it says don’t enter past a certain point unless you are camping, this is clearly a spot for locals to do what they cannot do at home. At 2am I hear barking and one of my dogs busts through my tent. I go out there and there is a pack of wild dogs scouring the campsite. They weren’t terrifying or coming at us, but it was still scary. No more than 10 mins later two cars surround my tent with headlights, which is really scary for anyone, but I am a young woman traveling alone. Apparently the couple called the cops saying my dogs had been barking all night. There was brief barking and it was the wild dogs who were actually eating the trash the evil couple left out. Even if my dogs were barking, why is surrounding my tent with only headlights at 2am appropriate? I couldn’t see anything. Never saw a ranger, immediately left in the morning. Sorry for the essay, just hope to spare someone a similar experience. It is beautiful tho.
Hannah C.LegendJeff Busby Campground, Milepost 193.1 — Natchez Trace Parkway
It was ok
This campground was just ok in my opinion. I went through it while traveling the Natchez Trace. It is one of only three campgrounds that can be found on the Trace. I did not end up staying here, but wanted to check it out to see if it was worth staying in the future. The bathrooms were very old and could have used an upgrade. There is a very nice nature trail here for walking and it is the highest point in Mississippi with wonderful views!
- Shana D.Legend
John W. Kyle State Park Campground
Awful
It’s really hard for me to give 1 star for anything, but this place is a dump. This is the 3rd MS State Park (North MS) we have been to and it is clear that MS does not take care of its state parks. Only half of the park is open, the grass was overgrown, trash/garbage is littered every where (especially near the open dumpsters that are randomly placed throughout camp), the ranger only came around to collect fees and then disappeared. The bathroom does not have AC or a fan, so it was a total sweat box. The toilet paper was not replenished, there is no hand soap, there was broken glass on the ground in one of the stalls. The shower portion wasn’t that bad, but again, no AC. The water hook ups are at least 100 foot away from most camp sites, so bring lots of extra hose if you do end up staying here. The site #’s are not clearly marked and they do not post if a site is reserved. No designated fire pits, so people have been just burning where ever they want. The fee is $22 a night, but they will charge you another $16 if you put up a tent. Overall, I paid $39 to stay in the worst campground we have ever gone to. Get it together Mississippi!
Guide to Grenada Lake
Grenada Lake offers 36,000 acres of water surface with multiple camping options at an elevation of 209 to 231 feet, dependent on seasonal water levels. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-60°F while summer ranges from 70-95°F. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages most campgrounds in the area, providing both full-service and primitive options.
What to do
Fishing access: North Graysport Campground provides good shoreline fishing and boat launch facilities. "Stayed here last year for New Years. Came to ride the lake bottom in our SXS. Campground was very clean. Bathhouse was clean," notes Bruce F., who visited specifically for recreational riding when lake levels were lower.
Wildlife observation: Visit the North Mississippi Fish Hatchery near Enid Dam for educational exhibits. At Persimmon Hill Campground, campers report abundant wildlife viewing. "Lots of wildlife to observe. I've never seen more deer, especially close up, in my life!" notes Shana D., who visited the area.
Swimming options: Multiple designated swim areas exist around the lake, including at Wallace Creek Campground where tent camper Michael Austin S. reports, "The campground is large and well-kept, with over 100 sites, and the sites are very spacious." The day use areas frequently include swimming beaches with varying amenities based on water levels.
What campers like
Spacious sites: North Abutment Campground earns consistent praise for its generously sized sites. "We were there midweek, so had lots of available sites. Many of the sites have lots of room and are spaced away from their neighbors," explains CJ W., highlighting the campground's layout advantages.
Lake views: Many campsites throughout the region offer water views. "Part of the day use area has been converted into a campground in 2018. There are eight campsites, each with a level gravel pad tent area, picnic table and grill," reports CJ W. about Eagle Point Primitive Campground, adding "All sites have a water view."
Clean facilities: The Corps of Engineers maintains well-kept restroom facilities throughout the region. Regarding Chickasaw Hill, Tiffani H. notes, "The campground was well maintained. The bathrooms were well kept, including showers. There is a day use area with a boat ramp, pavilion, beach, and playground."
What you should know
Site reservations: For popular campgrounds, especially during summer weekends, advance reservations are essential. Gary P. observed at Wallace Creek Campground, "A quick walk around the park showed almost every site was reserved for the weekend starting Thursday. A popular park and worth it."
Primitive camping challenges: When choosing non-developed sites, prepare for limited amenities. At Eagle Point Primitive, Harrison T. warns, "The only problem is the occasional truck that passes through to sit listening to music or use the campground road as a turn around."
Weather considerations: Mississippi summer heat can be intense. Enid Lake campgrounds often provide shade trees, but not all sites have equal coverage. Chris D. at Chickasaw Hill Campground noted, "It was very warm but we knew that, would go back in different seasons."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature playgrounds for children. At Chickasaw Hill Campground, Tiffani H. shared, "There is a day use area with a boat ramp, pavilion, beach, and playground. The only downside is the sites are very close together!"
Kid-friendly swimming: Designated swim beaches with gradual entry points work well for families with young children. Rachel notes about Chickasaw Hill, "Has showers bathrooms playground boat ramp and beach for the campers and picnickers that come to the lake."
Dog friendly options: All primary dog friendly campgrounds at Grenada Lake allow pets in designated areas. When visiting Eagle Point Primitive Campground, Heather C. summarized it as "Breathtaking Spot," adding "Stayed for a night. About 10 mins to town, try High on the Hog bbq. Bathrooms clean w running water. No showers."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: When choosing RV sites, check for levelness and hookup locations. At Long Branch Campground, Jennifer R. found it "seems to be set up for older campers" though noted restrictions on certain activities.
Full hookup availability: Several campgrounds now offer full hookup sites. Cal K. observed about North Abutment, "Recently they installed sewer for full hookup in all sites. This year we ended up staying for 6 weeks in the area on ACE campgrounds and 14 days here and we liked this best."
Connectivity considerations: Cell service varies by location around the lake. Chris D. noted about Chickasaw Hill, "Quiet hardly any through traffic, good Verizon service with our booster," which helps RVers needing connectivity during their stay.
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