South Abutment A
Campground · Mississippi · 3 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 3
- Bookable sites
- up to 75
- People per site
- 172 ft
- Elevation
Overview
South Outlet Day Use area pavilion overlooks the Outlet Channel and is an excellent location for fishing opportunities. Not only can visitors bank fish, they can also use the boat ramp or handicap accessible pier. Pavilion 470 is located within walking distance of a restroom, playground, and nature trail and can accommodate up to 75 individuals.
Recreation
Playgrounds, hiking trail, and boat ramp in area.
Facilities
Restrooms in area.
Boat ramp that has a $5 fee.
Natural Features
Great place to view wildlife and various plants and trees.
Nearby Attractions
Attractions include the Overlook, Lost Bluff Hiking Trail, and Dogwoods Golf Course.
The facts
- 3 bookable sites
- 3 sites for day use only
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: South Abutment A
Site types
- 3 Group Shelter Electric
Amenities
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, shade.
3 campsites at South Abutment A
Check-in 08:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilion 470 | South Abutment A | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | — | 75 | 🐾 |
| Pavilion 494 | South Abutment A | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | — | 50 | 🐾 |
| Pavilion 495 | South Abutment A | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | — | 50 | 🐾 |
Getting there
33.80591, -89.77748 · 33°48'21.3"N 89°46'38.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 5.1 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 6.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
All pavilions in South Outlet have a $50 reservation fee.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
Member photos
Common questions about South Abutment A
- Can you reserve a site at South Abutment A?
- Yes, South Abutment A is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does South Abutment A have?
- 3 sites.
- Are pets allowed at South Abutment A?
- Yes, pets are allowed at South Abutment A.
Camping near South Abutment A
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- North Abutment Day Use 2.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Abutment 2.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
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Contact
- Phone 662-226-1679
- Email Grenada.Lake@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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