Camping spots near Grenada, Mississippi center around Grenada Lake, which covers 35,000 acres when at full capacity. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and mild winters that rarely drop below freezing, making year-round camping viable. Winter camping offers reduced crowding but lower lake levels affect shoreline accessibility at many campgrounds.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: North Abutment Campground provides excellent fishing access with boat ramps adjacent to campsites. "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," notes camper Alana R.
Wedding and event venue: The North Abutment amphitheater serves as a scenic location for special occasions. "This place is beautiful and the amphitheater was used this past weekend for a wedding and it was absolutely gorgeous," says Amanda F., highlighting alternative uses beyond traditional camping.
Lake activities: Wallace Creek Campground offers paddling and water recreation on Enid Lake, located about 30 miles north of Grenada. "The lake is very popular for fishing and there is a boat launch/fish cleaning station. We didn't have fishing licenses but loved paddling around the lake," reports Nancy W.
Historical explorations: Sites in the region provide unexpected educational opportunities. Lynn G. mentioned at North Abutment: "Surprise: lots of historical sites nearby (we didn't go but heard good things)."
What campers like
Spacious, well-maintained sites: Campers consistently praise the generous spacing at Persimmon Hill Campground near Enid Lake. "Very nice level concrete sites with plenty of parking space for coach & toad. Camp amongst the tall pines with a view of the lake from most every site," writes Gary P.
Campground hosts: The staff receives frequent positive mentions. At Wallace Creek, one camper noted: "The campground hosts are excellent in this campground. It is well maintained and has many choices of sites from woodland to lake side."
Wildlife viewing: The region offers excellent wildlife observation opportunities. As one camper at Persimmon Hill reported: "Lots of wildlife to observe. I've never seen more deer, especially close up, in my life!"
Sunrise and sunset views: Eagle Point Primitive Campground offers particularly memorable panoramas. "The campground is located in a beautiful spot on a peninsula with great views of Grenada lake at both sunrise and sunset," states Harrison T.
What you should know
Varying maintenance between agencies: Corps of Engineers campgrounds generally receive better upkeep than state facilities. The difference can be substantial, as one camper at Hugh White State Park Campground noted: "This campground does not appear to be maintained. Many sites are in an area that is subject to flooding."
Weekend crowding: Weekends see significant increases in occupancy and activity levels. "This place was full of families for the Memorial Day weekend. We just relaxed and did a little people watching," reports Bran P. about North Abutment.
Self-registration systems: Many campgrounds operate without staffed entrance gates. As Bran P. advises: "If you have reservations, remember your site number since there is no one working at the gate (there is none)."
Primitive camping considerations: Eagle Point offers basic amenities. "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," describes Harrison T.
Tips for camping with families
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds offer child-friendly recreation areas. "The campground offered a playground, a couple of fishing piers and lots of room to play. Plus, the town of Grenada is close by for restaurants and stores," writes Shana D. about North Abutment.
Swimming options: Gums Crossing Campground provides water recreation suitable for children. Though reviews are limited, campers note the fishing opportunities with Amanda F. stating simply: "Good times, good fun and great friends."
Educational opportunities: The North Mississippi Fish Hatchery near Enid Dam offers family learning experiences. "The North Mississippi Fish Hatchery is a fun place to visit and tour for very small fee," reports Nancy W.
Nature trails: Several campgrounds maintain walking paths for family exploration. At North Abutment, Lynn G. notes: "Very short easy hiking trails, fishing. The campgrounds have a few different loops to choose from, some on a large lake and one on a smaller artificial lake."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Concrete pads with full hookups make for comfortable stays. "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," reports Cal K. about North Abutment.
Winter camping considerations: Off-season camping offers advantages and challenges. "It's off season and the lake is empty. There is only one other person camping," notes Paula F. at North Graysport, adding "RV sites all have W/E and sites 31-48 have sewer."
Big rig accessibility: Most campgrounds accommodate large RVs but some loops have limitations. "Loop 1-36 overlooks 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," advises Bran P.
Leveling requirements: Not all sites are equally level. Nancy W. cautions: "Not all sites are level in fact we had to pass up a couple because of that reason. If you come in the off-season, there are plenty of sites not reserved so you can drive around and pick one using the self-pay system."
