Blue Bluff Picnic Area
Closed for the season. Reopens beginning of March through end of October. Day use hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. when open.
Flood Warning issued May 3 at 2:05AM CDT until May 3 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Mississippi... Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen For the Buttahatchie River...including Aberdeen...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen. * WHEN...Until late this afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Flood water begins to cover Air Base Road located on the west bank of the river. Low-lying farmland near the river also begins to flood. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 13.8 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 1:30 AM CDT Sunday was 15.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late this morning and continue falling to 8.7 feet Thursday evening. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Blue Bluff Picnic Area sits atop a dramatic 80-foot bluff overlooking Aberdeen Lake along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, named for the striking clay and limestone cliffs that border the area. The day-use facility features four rentable group shelters equipped with water, electricity, and picnic tables, making it popular for birthdays and family reunions. Three main shelters and one beach shelter can accommodate groups for gatherings from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The surrounding woods offer walking trails with views of the waterway, lock and dam, and opportunities to spot deer, various bird species, and squirrels. The picnic area provides access to Aberdeen Lake for fishing and boating activities. Swimming is available from boats or at designated beach areas along the waterway. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the facility serves as a scenic day-use recreation area on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway system.
Directions
From Highway 45 in Aberdeen, Mississippi, travel to the intersection of Commerce and Meridian Streets in the downtown area. From Commerce, turn north on Meridian and cross a railroad track and a bridge. The recreation area is the first right turn after the bridge.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (662) 245-5500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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