Hikers seeking Mississippi's highest point will find Jeff Busby Campground positioned at milepost 193.1 along the Natchez Trace Parkway. The National Park Service maintains this free campground year-round, though the access road can present challenges for some visitors. Large RVs navigate the pull-through sites successfully, but Stacy G. notes the "oddly placed paved parking areas" create an unconventional layout where site boundaries remain unclear.
The campground's close-quarters design fosters frequent interactions between neighbors. Sites cluster together around shared amenities, with picnic tables and grills scattered throughout the area rather than assigned to specific spots. Some campers appreciate this social atmosphere, while others find the proximity challenging when generators run late into the night. Marty observed that "heated bathrooms were absolutely clean" despite their older construction, though facilities lack hot water and soap.
Little Mountain Trail provides the main recreational draw, leading to Mississippi's highest elevation point with views across the surrounding landscape. The paved road to the trailhead spans less than a mile, while the hiking trail itself extends over a mile with notable elevation changes. Large shade trees throughout the campground limit solar power generation but offer relief during summer months.
Water access comes from a single spigot near the restroom building, requiring campers to fill containers for their sites. The campground accommodates both RVs and tent campers, though the paved parking areas work better for wheeled units. No hookups or reservations are available, operating on a first-come basis with a 14-day stay limit.
For those exploring the broader region, campgrounds near Natchez Trace Parkway provide additional options along this historic route. Jeff Busby works best for self-sufficient campers comfortable with basic facilities and close neighbors.
Description
Jeff Busby Campground at milepost 193.1, midway on the Parkway, includes an 18-site campground, picnic tables, restrooms, trails, exhibits and an overlook atop Little Mountain. Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Pull-through and back-in sites are available. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. There is no fee for camping. There is a 14 day stay limit.
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Location
Public CampgroundJeff Busby Campground, Milepost 193.1 — Natchez Trace Parkway is located in Mississippi
Directions
At mile post 193.1 exit off of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Take the first left to enter into the campground. Latitude: 33.4170 Longitude: -89.2693
Coordinates
33.417164 N
89.267371 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 44 min from Jackson, MS
- 2 hrs 8 min from Tuscaloosa, AL
- 2 hrs 18 min from Memphis, TN
- 2 hrs 44 min from Florence, AL
