Whitten Park
Whitten Park Campground attracts thousands of outdoor enthusiasts for picnicking, fishing and swimming on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Easy access to three boat docks, nature trails and a sandy swimming beach with a gazebo overlooking the waterway, make Whitten Park a welcoming destination for campers. Whitten Park is also referred to as Fulton Campground because of its location in Fulton, Mississippi.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 59 |
| RV with electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 98 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
60 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | ||
| 002 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 77 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | ||
| 003 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | ||
| 004 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | ||
| 005 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | ||
| 006 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | ||
| 007 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | |
| 009 | IWAY | RV electric | Back-in | 74 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 4 | ||
| 010 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 4 | |
| 011 | IWAY | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 4 |
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 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 98 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 007, 041B are listed accessible |
The campground offers 60 sites with electric and water hookups. The three camp loops provide easy access to playgrounds and showers.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate 22, take Highway 25 (exit 104). Then turn left at the first red light, then turn left onto Access Road at the next traffic light. Go north 4 miles. Campground is on the left side of the road within the Jamie L. Whitten Historical Center Park.
| Nearest town | Fulton, Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 34.2897° N, 88.4158° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | under 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoors Advantage ↗ | 21.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Corinth RV Center ↗ | 45.3 mi |
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Whitten Park Campground - Review - Fulton MS
Worth a stop
Tupelo, Mississippi, known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, is 15 miles west.
- 0.2 miFulton Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 0.2 miWest Damsite Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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Natural features
The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway extends 234 miles from the Tennessee River to the junction of the Tombigbee River in Alabama. The man-made waterway connects the nation's midsection of commercial water transportation with the Gulf of Mexico. Features include ten lock and dams, Gainesville Lake, Aliceville Lake, Columbus Lake and Aberdeen Lake.
Recreation
Anglers can try their luck on the fishing dock or go off-shore in search of bass and crappie. Hikers will enjoy many nature trails, which weave through wooded wildlife habitats.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Whitten Park?
Sites at Whitten Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Whitten Park?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Whitten Park have?
61 sites, including 59 standard sites with power and 1 RV site with electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Whitten Park?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Whitten Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Whitten Park?
The three camp loops provide easy access to playgrounds and showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Whitten Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Whitten Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Whitten Park?
Sites 007 and 041B are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Whitten Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Whitten Park?
Anglers can try their luck on the fishing dock or go off-shore in search of bass and crappie. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Whitten Park?
Fulton, Mississippi. Tupelo, Mississippi, known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, is 15 miles west.
Source: Getting there
What if Whitten Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Jamie L. Whitten Campground (0.2 mi, first-come), Piney Grove (19.9 mi), and Blue Bluff Campground (Aberdeen Ms) (31.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby