Dewayne Hayes, near Columbus, Mississippi, is a fantastic spot for those looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors. This campground offers a mix of tent, RV, and glamping options, making it suitable for all kinds of campers, whether you're roughing it or seeking a bit of comfort.

The campground is known for its friendly atmosphere and well-maintained sites, with many offering stunning views of the Tenn-Tom Waterway. Visitors have noted the abundance of shade and the spacious layout, ensuring you won’t feel cramped next to your neighbors. One camper mentioned, “Busy campground but enough space so it doesn’t feel like your neighbors are right on top of you.”

With a variety of amenities like electric hookups, drinking water, and a boat ramp, Dewayne Hayes caters to both families and solo adventurers. There are also small hiking trails that lead to beautiful spots, including a cypress slough, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of nature exploration. As one reviewer put it, “There is really not a bad campsite in the campground.”

Just a short drive from Columbus, you’ll find everything you need, from supplies to dining options. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Dewayne Hayes is a welcoming place to kick back, relax, and soak in the natural beauty of Mississippi.

## Overview

 Dewayne Hayes Campground is located on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, on Columbus Lake in Mississippi. The campground provides convenient access to the waterway. There is ample opportunity for visitors to fish, boat or spend the day sightseeing along the banks of the river. The recreation area was named in 1986 for Pfc. Loyd DeWayne Hayes, a member of the 145th Engineering Battalion of the Alabama National Guard.
## Recreation

 With playgrounds, hiking trails, multi-use courts, picnic areas and educational programs, families have no shortage of activities to choose from at DeWayne Hayes. Anglers can fish from the shore in search of bass, walleye, crappie, catfish and sunfish. Additionally, hunters can seek out a diverse range of high quality habitats for upland game and waterfowl species along the Tenn-Tom lands.
## Natural Features

 The Tenn-Tom, as the waterway is known, 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

 Columbus, Mississippi is right next door and offers antique stores, historic sights and other services and amenities.

Dewayne Hayes

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Wonderful campground! Great people taking care of it. Will be visiting a lot!

DeWayne Hayes

Friendly staff, Level sites, clean restrooms. Boat ramp inside campground. Always enjoy camping here!

Great Campground 

We enjoyed campsite 89 from 3/9/21-3/12/21. We launch and paddle from our site. The walking path is about 3 miles round trip from the the day-use boat ramp and playground to the campground end. Camp hosts are friendly and campsites are well maintained. 

Barges and Planes

This is a GREAT campground. We camped in a tent on site 88. Right on the tombigbee. 

AWESOME

We went in April with our scouting troop. Very busy even then. Lots of small hiking trails. Nothing too fancy. Dollar general 10 minutes down the road if you need anything. Several primitive sites. Our troop made friends with some other kids nearby as well. Great for families or alone. 

Scouting group enjoyed it 

We loved this campground.  There is a trail in the campground that leads to a cypress slough and it is beautiful.  Some campsites are reserveable and some are first come first serve.  There is really not a bad campsite in the campground.  We got half price with America the Beautiful national park pass.  This is a Corp of Engineers park.  The campground hosts were all very friendly and helpful.  People camping in the park were also friendly.  Columbus, MS is just a few miles away and has anything you may need to buy.

Beautiful!  Quiet and peaceful.  Friendly campground hosts. 

Busy campground but enough space so it doesn’t feel like your neighbors are right on top of you. Plenty of shade and many spots have a direct view of the Tenn-Tom Waterway.

Great for a weekend getaway

Many sites decorated for Halloween. Even little trick or treaters. Many sites on the river. Cool to watch the working barges going by. And lots of armadillos.

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