Arkabutla Lake
3905 Arkabutla Dam Road, Hernando, MS 38632, Hernando, MS
Arkabutla Lake is renowned for some of the best fishing in the southeast—boasting an abundance of largemouth and white bass, and ranked as one of the Top 5 Crappie Fishing Lakes in America.
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Arkabutla Lake is renowned for some of the best fishing in the southeast, boasting an abundance of largemouth and white bass, and ranked as one of the Top 5 Crappie Fishing Lakes in America. But fishing is just the beginning. An 11,000-acre recreation pool offers some of the best sailing east of the Mississippi River along with three pristine beaches ideal for swimming. Its remote location attracts land lovers, too. With nearly 250 campsites, multiple trails for hiking and biking, beautiful picnic areas, an 18-hole disc golf course and more than 30,000 acres of public hunting ground, there’s something for everyone. To top things off, many of the amenities are ADA accessible, making this a truly enjoyable place for everyone to visit.
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Category
PARKS & TRAILS
Type
Attractions
Town
Hernando, MS
Phone
662-562-6261
Location
3905 Arkabutla Dam Road, Hernando, MS 38632, Hernando, MS
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3905 Arkabutla Dam Road, Hernando, MS 38632
Hernando, MS
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