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Tent camping near Lake Cormorant, Mississippi provides access to several primitive and established campgrounds along the nearby lakes and waterways. Kellys Crossing Campground on Arkabutla Lake offers walk-in tent sites with basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Elmers Hill at Sardis Lake features eight dedicated tent-only sites with drinking water available and proximity to the lake shore. Beach Point on Sardis Lake provides tent-only camping with walk-in sites where vehicles remain in the parking lot. For those seeking more remote experiences, Delta Heritage Trail State Park Campground in nearby Arkansas offers primitive tent camping with shaded sites and basic facilities.
Most tent campgrounds in the Lake Cormorant area feature minimal amenities suited for self-sufficient campers. Walk-in tent sites at Beach Point require carrying gear from the parking area to designated campsites, which typically include picnic tables, trash cans, and fire rings. Vault or flush toilets are available at most locations, though maintenance varies seasonally. Drinking water access differs by location, with Elmers Hill providing potable water while Graham Lake requires bringing your own. Fires are permitted at most sites, with collected firewood available at some locations. Insect protection is essential, particularly during warmer months when mosquitoes can be abundant. Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis with fees ranging from free to approximately $15 per night.
The backcountry tent camping experience near Lake Cormorant offers solitude and lake views as primary attractions. According to reviews, Beach Point provides "quiet and peaceful" tent camping with "large lots" and "pretty views of Sardis Lake," though visitors should be prepared for biting flies during certain seasons. Kellys Crossing is described as "an off the beaten path area" that offers solitude, with one camper noting "you won't be fighting a lot of other campers to be able to stay here." Delta Heritage Trail State Park Campground features "nice pads to put tents on" with shaded sites, though campers emphasize bringing bug spray. Most primitive tent campgrounds in the region remain relatively uncrowded, particularly during off-seasons, allowing tent campers to enjoy waterfront views and natural surroundings without the bustle of larger developed campgrounds.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Lake Cormorant (9)
1. T.O. Fuller State Park Campground
"Fuller SP Is a decent campground situated 5 miles from Graceland and about 15 minutes (by car) from downtown Memphis."
"Quiet campground within Memphis city limits, right off of the hwy 15 mins from downtown. Friendly knowledgeable staff, beautiful trails and nice full hookup campsites, clean modern bathrooms/showers."
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2. Pleasant Hill Campground
3. Maple Flat Group Campground
"Everyone spends their days out on the water but there’s some trails too and tourist attractions outside the park for all ages. The lake has a lot of inlets to explore by canoe."
"The site was right on the water with a good amount of space between us and the next site. There were less than 20 sites I'm guessing which made for a calm atmosphere."
4. Beach Point - Sardis Lake
"We reserved campsites 13 and 14, at the far end, behind the restrooms. You have to park in the parking lot and carry your stuff to the site."
"Cars stay in the parking lot, and you walk up to your site. Pretty basic. Running water, flushable toilets, no showers. Quiet area. Early march, it was raining and I was the only one there"
Check Availabilityfrom $8 / night
5. Delta Heritage Trail State Park Campground
"This place has nice pads to put tents on and picnic tables and fire pits at each site. Only 10 sites though and it is first come first serve."
"We were on motorcycles so they let us drive them to the campsite otherwise they are a walk-in it's a really short walk."
Check Availabilityfrom $13 - $15 / night
6. Elmers Hill
"Nice little spot with about 8 tent sites. No hookups of any kind for campers. Bathrooms are currently closed, but we’re nice when we stayed there, but old. Drinking water is available."
7. Hays Crossing
8. Graham Lake
"No hookups. Nothing. But, it is a free campground so what can you say. It’s rather nice there. This is a very small campground with about 5 spots."
9. Barton Trailhead — Delta Heritage Trail State Park
Drive Time
- 29 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 15 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 1 hr 30 min from Jackson, TN
- 2 hrs 18 min from Little Rock, AR
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Tent Camping Reviews near Lake Cormorant, MS
455 Reviews of 9 Lake Cormorant Campgrounds
Jeremy B.
GuideSouth Abutment Recreation Area
We stayed here for two nights. Got here after dark in a torrential downpour and it was my first time backing in our new camper. Gotta admit, took about an hour and we got completely soaked, but got it backed in. There’s definitely a lesson in there. The rest of the time has been beautiful and peaceful. The bathrooms and showers are clean with plenty of hot water on tap. Plenty of space between most campsites so privacy was never a concern. Most of the close by walking trails are closed, so we visited a nearby one called Ark Trail just a few miles away, which was awesome! At the time of our stay, the access road for the Arkabutla Lake Dam was closed, so it has a detour that takes you another couple miles around.
- CChris A.
LegendDelta Ridge RV Park
Great Stop off I40, didn’t use an amenities. Owner was friendly and got us in a pull through last minute. Plenty of space for an overnight and $20 cheaper than Loves.
Dawn S.GuideGraceland RV Park & Campground
Very easy to work with. Bathrooms and showers are clean. Walking distance to Graceland and a short ride to everything downtown. It's a beautiful campground. We would stay again.
- Jeremy B.Guide
Pats Bluff
We stayed here for two nights at site #1. Overall a quiet and peaceful experience. Got serenaded by the crows and bluejays. Saw a couple armadillos…well, we heard them first. They sound like a herd of bison running through the leaves! Got to see a cool tree frog outside the restroom. The showers were not the best, but private. The only access to the lake is by the boat ramp which doesn’t allow you anywhere to walk down to the lake from this side if you just want to take a stroll. The price is now $24 a night. There was a burn ban, so no fire for us.
Evelyn M.ScoutTom Sawyer's RV Park
Like others, we found the area outside the park to be industrial and a little dodgy, but once in the park itself, it is a real gem! The barge channel is right off the park's riverbank, so you get an up close look as they pass by
Liesel G.GuideJohn W. Kyle State Park Campground
Quite Scenery beside the lake
We stayed at camp spot 216 with our 36 ft class A RV. It had full hook up and our stay for 1 night was scenic and quiet. There is only ONE functioning bathroom in this lowered end camp ground at the time of our stay and is only has cold water showers. The facility was clean though. The camp hosts at the gate house were, helpful, polite and friendly. We paid $38 for the night at this Premium location with waterfront. No swimming allowed in the lake, but you can fish. Would stay here again for a pit stop, but since we cant bathe in the bathhouse I wouldn't recommend a long stay unless you had your own camper with shower ans toilet facility to use.
- PPaul S.Guide
Graceland RV Park & Campground
A Great Place to Stay for the Full Memphis Experience
We really enjoyed our stay at Graceland RV Park and Campground. If you’re coming to Memphis to visit Graceland, it’s hard to beat the location. Being so close made everything easy and gave us plenty of time to enjoy the whole experience without rushing.
The Graceland Mansion tour was fantastic. Even if you’ve seen it countless times on TV, actually walking through Elvis’s home and seeing the rooms for yourself is something completely different. There’s so much history there, and it really gives you a sense of the man behind the legend.
We were equally impressed with the museums and exhibits. There is far more to see than we expected, from Elvis’s cars and stage outfits to memorabilia and displays covering his incredible career. Give yourself a good 3–4 hours at a minimum to see everything properly. You could easily spend longer if you’re a big Elvis fan.
While we were in Memphis, we also made the trip downtown to Beale Street, and we’re glad we did. It’s exactly the kind of place you picture when you think of Memphis — live music coming from the bars, plenty of restaurants, lots of places to grab a drink and a great atmosphere as you walk along the street. It made for a brilliant evening after spending the day at Graceland.
For us, staying at Graceland RV Park, touring the mansion and museums, and then experiencing the music, bars and restaurants of Beale Street made for a memorable Memphis visit.
We’d happily stay here again. If you’re traveling by RV and Graceland is on your bucket list, this is a great place to make your base.
Erin L.GuideHollywood Casino RV Park - Tunica
Only RV Park around Tunica Resorts
Booked a complete reservation(paid in full) online 2 weeks in advance and called a few days prior to inquire on check-in procedures and ask about early check in since we were coming from a few hours away. Was told that the RV Park has"any time" check in and when you check in proceed to the hotel registration desk to receive your site number. Upon arrival-- DO NOT FOLLOW THE SIGNS THAT DIRECT YOU TO THE RV PARK! Instead proceed down the far, far left arrow(not under the archway) around the back and that will take you to the hotel entrance where you can park easily to go inside and check in I reserved a pull through. We did not get a pull through. Every pull through was occupied but one and the water did not work on that site. We were given a back in site. I asked at check in if it was the same price since I booked a pull through and was told it was the same price. I also asked if we would fit and was informed that every site is the same length. They are not! We were given site#43. We did not even attempt it, we would not have fit. Our camper is 35 ft. And truck is 25 ft. I called the number and was transferred to the supervisor and explained the situation. By chance we were driving around and saw site#10 and inquired while she was on the phone with me. We fit in site#10. 1st and foremost, I am in no way bashing work camps. They serve a purpose and hubby has utilized them over the years with his previous employment. However, this is a work camp with a few travelers. Totally misrepresented online. It is not your typical casino RV park. It is run down along with the casino and several of the casinos in the Tunica area have been closed or are being torn down. It was quiet-ish. Being a work camp, diesels fired up between 3am-6am. People returned to their campers between 5pm-8pm. The bathhouse resembled a barracks after quitting time. Quiet time was 10pm and it was quiet until it was time to go to work. Everyone around did keep to themselves. Our"neighbors" were friendly and courteous. The RV park served its purpose to decompress and look at our route over the Mississippi River. We camped at Hollywood Casino Hotel& RV Park in a Travel Trailer.
Guide to Lake Cormorant
Tent campsites near Lake Cormorant, Mississippi sit in the Mississippi Delta region characterized by fertile lowlands and numerous waterways. The camping areas surrounding Lake Cormorant typically range from 230 to 300 feet in elevation with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and high humidity levels. Most primitive sites lack natural shade, making early morning and evening the preferred times for outdoor activities during summer months.
What to do
Fishing access points: At Hays Crossing, tent campers can utilize the lake access for fishing without traveling far from their sites. "The view is great. You can see out across the lake. There is plenty of space to hike and explore," notes camper Steve G., who appreciates this free campground despite its basic amenities.
Trail exploration: The Delta Heritage Trail State Park Campground offers direct access to hiking paths through Arkansas lowland forests. As Jacob W. explains, "All campsites are shaded," making this a good base for day hikes, though he cautions that "there is a ton of mosquitoes" so preparation is essential.
Wildlife observation: Tent campers at Maple Flat Group Campground can explore wooded areas with abundant moss and mature trees. According to Shana D., "Large trees, lots of moss and no overgrowth make this a beautiful place to explore for an hour or so," providing opportunities to spot local birds and small mammals in their natural habitat.
What campers like
Affordability: Most tent sites in the area maintain low rates compared to larger recreational areas. Jacob W. appreciates that Delta Heritage Trail State Park Campground is "not a bad place to stay for $15," while Graham Lake offers completely free camping, with Steve G. noting, "it is a free campground so what can you say. It's rather nice there."
Waterfront proximity: Several tent-only sites provide direct views of regional lakes. At Beach Point - Sardis Lake, McKinley L. shares that "The view and proximity to the water is truly what makes this spot," and Elizabeth S. adds that campsites 13 and 14 offer a "very pretty view of Sardis Lake."
Solitude: Unlike developed campgrounds, many tent sites near Lake Cormorant remain uncrowded throughout most seasons. Caitlyn E. mentions that at Beach Point in early March, "it was raining and I was the only one there," while Steve G. observes that Graham Lake is "a very small campground with about 5 spots," providing privacy for those seeking a quiet experience.
What you should know
Site conditions: Tent pads vary significantly in maintenance level throughout the area. At Pleasant Hill Campground, Shana D. cautions that "The campsites are overgrown or sunken. Looks like no one has camped here or taken care of the property in years," indicating that research before arrival is essential.
Bathroom facilities: Most locations offer only basic toilet facilities. Hook C. from Delta Heritage Trail State Park notes access to a "cold water fountain inside" the visitor center bathroom, while Steve G. advises Graham Lake visitors to "bring your own paper" for the toilets.
Accessibility challenges: Many tent-only sites require carrying equipment from parking areas. Elizabeth S. explains that at Beach Point - Sardis Lake, "You have to park in the parking lot and carry your stuff to the site," and similar arrangements exist at several other locations in the region.
Insect preparation: Elmers Hill and other sites throughout the region experience significant insect activity, particularly during warmer months. Elizabeth S. emphasizes this at Beach Point: "The flies!! They were so so bad! And bighty!! My poor dogs were covered in flies, as were we," making insect repellent essential gear for comfortable camping.
Tips for camping with families
Site selection: Choose larger sites with natural boundaries for family camping. Elizabeth S. notes that at Beach Point - Sardis Lake, "Our lots were large," allowing adequate space for multiple tents and family activities.
Water access considerations: Families should verify water availability before arrival. Steve G. mentions that Elmers Hill has "drinking water available" while at Graham Lake there are "no hookups. Nothing," requiring families to bring their own water supply.
Fire regulations: Most tent campsites permit campfires in designated rings or pits. Elizabeth S. shares that at Beach Point, "There was plenty of firewood to be collected on site," reducing the need to transport wood for evening campfires.
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