Lake Lowndes State Park

Attractions near the campground: Historic Homes (Columbus), Mississippi University for Women (Columbus), Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi State University (Starkville), Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge and John W. Starr Memorial Forest Management Area

Directions to the campground: From Jct of US-82 & Hwy 50/Hwy 12, W 1 mi on Hwy 50 to Hwy 69 (Gardner Blvd), S 6 mi to Lake Lowndes Rd, E 3 mi (L); or From Jct of US-82 & Stokes Rd (Stokes/New Hope exit) (East of Town), S 0.4 mi on Stokes Rd to SR-182, W 2 mi to New Hope Rd, S 3.9 mi, E 1 mi (follow signs) (E)

Campground Desciption and details: Lake Lowndes State Park offers complete recreational facilities for individuals, families, and groups. Located on a beautiful 150-acre lake, the park offers unlimited opportunities for fishing and camping, as well as complete facilities for football, tennis, softball, and other organized sports. Mississippi University for Women (The “W”) and Mississippi State University (MSU) are just a short drive to the west, making Lake Lowndes State Park the perfect place to stay during a football weekend at MSU or while visiting either campus. Lake Lowndes offers 150 acres of fresh water for fishing and water sports. The lake is well stocked with catfish, crappie, bass and bream. A Mississippi fishing license is required for all persons between the ages of 16 and 65. Licenses may be purchased at the park office for a nominal fee. Fishing boats and canoes are available for rental year round. Paddle boats are available for rental during the summer season. Lake Lowndes State Park features four air-conditioned cabins equipped with bed and bath linens and basic kitchen utensils. Each cabin features a fireplace, deck, grill, central heat and air conditioning and patio furniture, and affords a lovely view of Lake Lowndes. A boat dock is also available. The cabins have patio furniture, allowing you to sit and view the beautiful lake. Labor Day to Memorial Day---Two night minimum reservation Memorial Day to Labor Day---Three night minimum reservation The Park office is open from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. The park closes to the general public at 10 pm each night.