Pat's Bluff
Pat’s Bluff is a 15 site campground located on the southern shoreline of Sardis Lake. Conveniently located near I-55, Sardis Lake consistently ranks as one of the top crappie fishing location in the country. The 32,000 reservoir is also a great fishery for bass and catfish and offers many other outdoor activities as well.
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 15 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 75 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Lower End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 13 | Lower End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 14 | Lower End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 15 | Lower End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 16 | Lower End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 1 | Upper End | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | Upper End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Upper End | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | Upper End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Upper End | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $20.00 per night |
Pat’s Bluff has 15 campsites with water and electric hookups. Flush toilets, showers, and a dump station are available in the campground. The area also offers a group picnic shelter and a boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate 55 take the Hwy. 278 east exit at Batesville, MS. Follow the road approximately 10 miles and take a left onto BlackJack Road. Follow Blackjack Road approximately 3/4 of a mile and turn right onto Sardis Lake Drive. Follow Sardis Lake Drive for approximately 6 miles and the road dead ends straight at Pat's Bluff Recreation Area.
| Nearest town | Sardis, Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 34.4206° N, 89.7325° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Ole Miss Outdoors ↗ | 11.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 29.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 39.3 mi |
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Pats Bluff campground
Worth a stop
Pat’s Bluff campground is located off of MS Highway 278. It is a 20 minute drive to the university town of Oxford, MS (Home of Ole Miss) and a 10 minute drive to Batesville, MS. The towns of Sardis and Como are also nearby.
- 0.2 miPats Bluff Day Use Pass ↗Day use
- 0.6 miColes Point Day Use Pass ↗Day use
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Natural features
Sardis Lake’s total area covers 98,000 acres in the rolling hills of North Mississippi. As part of Sardis Lake, Pat’s Bluff is appropriately named because of the sandstone bluff that prominent on the shoreline of Sardis Lake. The Pat’s Bluff Recreation Area is covered in a mixture of hardwood and pine forests that open up for great views of Sardis Lake.
Recreation
Sardis Lake offers an array of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, camping, picnicking and many others. Pat’s Bluff Recreation Area includes a boat ramp, picnic shelter, and campground available to visitors.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Pat's Bluff?
Sites at Pat's Bluff are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Pat's Bluff?
$20.00 per night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Pat's Bluff?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Pat's Bluff have?
16 sites, including 15 RV sites with electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Pat's Bluff?
Pat's Bluff is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Pat's Bluff have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Pat's Bluff?
Flush toilets, showers, and a dump station are available in the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Pat's Bluff?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pat's Bluff. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Pat's Bluff?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Pat's Bluff?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Pat's Bluff?
Sardis Lake offers an array of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, camping, picnicking and many others. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Pat's Bluff?
Sardis, Mississippi. Pat’s Bluff campground is located off of MS Highway 278.
Source: Getting there