Bayou Point Day Use in MS -- Campground & RV Camping

Bayou Point Day Use Area sits near the waterfront of Arkabutla Lake on the Coldwater River, set among rolling hills forested with oak, hickory, beech, sweet gum, and birch. The surrounding area supports sailing, boating, swimming, hiking, and fishing for species like largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish. Nearby trail networks include the Coldwater River Nature Trail System and the Swinging Bridge Nature Trail. Public lands surrounding the lake encompass 30,000 acres of wildlife management area.

Getting there: Bayou Point is located on Scenic Loop 304 near the entrance to Arkabutla Dam.

• Moderately separated here.
• The Arkabutla Lake shoreline is 0.1 mi off.
• Estimated night sky: Bortle 4, a rural sky with a glow on the horizon.
• Open country, with nothing named rising within 30 miles.