South Abutment A

Federal campground in Grenada Lake

Location: Grenada, MS, MS

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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, Restrooms, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/south-abutment-a to be notified when sites open up.

South Abutment A offers fishing opportunities with a boat launch and handicap accessible pier. The area features a playground, nature trail, and restrooms within walking distance.

Wildlife alert: Gray Fox, Tricolored Bat, Turkey Vulture, American Woodcock, Savannah Sparrow, Black Vulture, Western Mudsnake, North American Racer, and Southeastern Five-lined Skink have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for South Abutment A: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 3 tent sites Boat ramp has a $5 fee No hookups available at sites

Skip South Abutment A if: You need RV hookups—none are available. You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only. You require full facility maintenance—Google reviews report clogged drains and maintenance issues in bathhouse.

Best time to visit South Abutment A: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: South Abutment B (Grenada, MS), Grenada Landing (Grenada, MS), Eagle Point Campground (Grenada, MS), Dam Area Central (Grenada , MS).

Cell Phone Coverage at South Abutment A

Cell signal at South Abutment A (Grenada, MS): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

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.

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South Abutment A

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Grenada, MS, MS★ 5 (2 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups3 electric sites
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Restrooms

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—none are available✕ You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only✕ You require full facility maintenance—Google reviews report clogged drains and maintenance issues in bathhouse

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 3 tent sites

Boat ramp has a $5 fee

No hookups available at sites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray Fox, Tricolored Bat, Turkey Vulture, American Woodcock, Savannah Sparrow, Black Vulture, Western Mudsnake, North American Racer, and Southeastern Five-lined Skink have been documented in the area.

Location

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662-226-1679· Grenada Lake

Campground entrance

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Community

#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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does South Abutment A cost per night?+
South Abutment A costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is South Abutment A open?+
South Abutment A is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does South Abutment A have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at South Abutment A?+
South Abutment A is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at South Abutment A?+
South Abutment A is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at South Abutment A?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at South Abutment A is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is South Abutment A open, and what are check-in times?+
South Abutment A is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$50 /night★ 5 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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