Free dispersed camping in De Soto National Forest, Leaf Wilderness Area has no reservation system and no fee. Campsites are visible from the main road, making the area easy to navigate on arrival. Navigation to the trailhead can be unreliable via GPS, with at least one reviewer reporting an unmarked entry point adjacent to private property. Gunfire from nearby users of the public land has been noted. Bring a printed map and confirm the access route before heading out, especially after dark or in wet conditions. For dispersed camping near De Soto National Forest, this area is one of several options in the region. No water or restrooms on site.
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Map & DirectionsLeaf Wilderness Area is located in Mississippi near Lucedale
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
31.01328402 N
88.78079682 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Leaf Wilderness Area needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 39 min from Hattiesburg, MS
- 1 hr from Gulfport, MS
- 1 hr 2 min from Mobile, AL
- 1 hr 17 min from Daphne, AL
