Dam Area Central
Federal campground in Grenada Lake
Location: Grenada , MS, MS
Price: From $50 per night
Price range: $50–$100 per night
Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
Dam Area Central is located near the intersection of Hwy 332 and the Toe Road. This beautiful shaded area is located just 5 miles from the city of Grenada. Recreation opportunities in the Dam Area Central Recreation Area include playgrounds, ball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, and a mile long fitness trail.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables
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Dam Area Central offers 2 tent sites in a shaded area just 5 miles from Grenada, MS with access to diverse recreation including biking, picnicking, wildlife viewing, and fitness trails. Google reviewers rate it 4.7/5 stars, praising its peaceful setting and convenient location near I-55.
Wildlife alert: Tricolored Bat, Wild Boar, Gray Fox, Turkey Vulture, American Woodcock, Black Vulture, Western Mudsnake, Southeastern Five-lined Skink, and Corn Snake documented in the area.
Insider tips for Dam Area Central: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand and limited sites (2 tent sites only). No hookups available, so plan accordingly for water and waste management. Pavilion 563 nearby accommodates up to 150 people if planning group events.
Skip Dam Area Central if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this campground.. You prefer camping outside May-October — seasonal operations only.. You need more than minimal facilities — only 2 tent sites available..
Best time to visit Dam Area Central: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: North Abutment Day Use (Grenada, MS), North Abutment (GRENADA, MS), South Abutment B (Grenada, MS), South Abutment A (Grenada, MS).
Cell Phone Coverage at Dam Area Central
Cell signal at Dam Area Central (Grenada , MS): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Dam Area Central is located near the intersection of Hwy 332 and the Toe Road. This beautiful shaded area is located just 5 miles from the city of Grenada. Recreation opportunities in the Dam Area Central Recreation Area include playgrounds, ball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, and a mile long fitness trail.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand and limited sites (2 tent sites only).
No hookups available, so plan accordingly for water and waste management.
Pavilion 563 nearby accommodates up to 150 people if planning group events.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Grenada Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Grenada Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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