Hugh White State Park
🐟 Home of the 3-Pound Crappie — Championship Golf, Lakeside Cabins, and Mississippi’s Premier Fishing Lake — A full-service state park on Grenada Lake with 18-hole golf course, 12 bluff-top cabins, 128 campsites, disc golf, swimming beach, and legendary crappie fishing — Grenada County, Mississippi
Hugh White State Park sits on the southern shore of Grenada Lake — widely known as the “Home of the 3-Pound Crappie” and one of the most productive fishing lakes in the entire Southeast. This is a full-service Mississippi state park with an 18-hole championship golf course (“The Dogwoods”), 12 duplex cabins perched on a bluff overlooking the lake, 128 campsites, an 18-hole disc golf course, and swimming beaches.
Grenada Lake was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the Yalobusha River as a flood-control reservoir. The seasonal water fluctuations create ideal habitat for massive crappie populations — this is where anglers come from across the country for trophy crappie, largemouth bass, and channel catfish.
What to Do
| Activity | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crappie Fishing | Grenada Lake | “Home of the 3-Pound Crappie” |
| Bass Fishing | Largemouth, channel catfish | Year-round fishing |
| Golf | The Dogwoods — 18 holes | Par-72, championship layout |
| Cabins | 12 duplex cabins | Bluff-top, lake views |
| Camping | 128 sites | Water + electric hookups |
| Disc Golf | The Lost Bluff — 18 holes | Free to play |
| Swimming | Lake beach | No lifeguard |
| Hiking | Lost Bluff + Nature Trails | Wetland boardwalk |
Fishing Guide
| Species | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crappie | Mar–May peak | 3-pounders regularly caught |
| Largemouth Bass | Year-round | Strong population |
| Channel Catfish | Year-round | Excellent bottom fishing |
| Bream | Spring–Summer | Panfish, family-friendly |
Best Time to Visit
| Season | Weather | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | 58–80°F | Peak crappie season, golf, camping |
| Fall (Oct–Nov) | 52–75°F | Bass fishing, comfortable temps |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | 78–95°F | Swimming, water skiing, full park |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | 35–55°F | Off-peak golf, catfish |
💰 Trip Cost Estimator
| Expense | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Day Use | FREE | No entry fee |
| Cabin | $70–$120/night | 12 duplex units, bluff-top |
| Campsite | $18–$28/night | 128 sites, water + electric |
| Golf (18 holes) | $20–$35 | Cart rental available |
| Fishing Weekend | $36–$56 | Camping + trophy crappie |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grenada Lake really that good for crappie?
Legendary. Grenada Lake is consistently ranked among the top crappie fisheries in the US. 3-pound crappie are caught regularly — anglers travel from across the country for spring crappie season.
What kind of golf course is it?
The Dogwoods is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course — one of the best public courses in Mississippi at state park prices.
Can I water ski?
Yes. Grenada Lake allows water skiing and boating with no-wake restrictions only in designated areas near the dam and swimming beach.
🐟 Mississippi’s Crappie Capital
Home of the 3-pound crappie, 18-hole championship golf, bluff-top cabins, and full campground on Grenada Lake.
Wildlife & Nature
Hugh White SP — on Grenada Lake (35,000 acres). The park’s lake, pine-hardwood forest, and rolling hills support bald eagles, white-tailed deer, and largemouth bass. Excellent crappie fishing.
Nearby Attractions
Grenada — adjacent. Grenada Lake — at the park.
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