Rance Johnson Picnic Shelter sits among the stunning landscapes of Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in Mississippi . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr, Jun-Oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Rance Johnson Picnic Shelter located in Sandy Springs, Mississippi, offering 35 camping sites.
Rance Johnson Picnic Shelter
A Rural campground in Mississippi
Overview
The Tenn-Tom Waterway Is the Largest Earth Moving Project in the History of the World! the Tenn-Tom Waterway Has 180,000 Acres of Public Land Waiting for You to Explore.
Rance Johnson Picnic Shelter Is Located on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in Fulton, Mississippi. the Shelter Has 8 Picnic Table and 4 Grills. the Shelter Is Located at the Beaver Lake Boat Ramp Which Has a 2-Lane Boat Ramp, Courtesy Dock, and Restroom.
Picnicking, Fishing, and Boating
This Picnic Shelter Is Equipped with 8 Picnic Tables and 4 Grills.
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.
Nearby Attractions
– Jamie L. Whitten Campground and Visitor Center
– City of Fulton
– Itawamba Community College
Contact Info
This Location Is Unstaffed. to Speak with Our Main Office for General Information, Please Call: (662) 862-5414.Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: No
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Sandy Springs, Mississippi
Coordinates: 34.38563, -88.396665
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (662) 862-5414
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|picnic|restroom|water|lake|river|rv|shelter|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: No
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 7 stations
Nearest Market: Jackson/BILOXI
Notes: Signals FROM Jackson/BILOXI MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 18 stations (6 AM, 12 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, BLUES, NEWS/TALK
Local News: WJDX 620 Am
Market: Jackson
Notes: 6 AM, 12 FM Stations from Jackson
🔌 EV Charging
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Distance: 17.8 miles away
Address: 882 Cross Creek Dr, Saltillo, MS
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10295381
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
- Park Website: /parks/tennessee-tombigbee-waterway/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Other
- Parks Post Name: tennessee-tombigbee-waterway
- Parent Park Name: Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
- Correct Park Type Mapping: tennessee-tombigbee-waterway
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 23.0
- States Covered: Mississippi, Alabama
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 441
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 441, 441.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: mississippi
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: other
- Parent Park Slug: tennessee-tombigbee-waterway
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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