Blue Bluff Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate both tent campers and RV enthusiasts along the Tombigbee Waterway. All sites include concrete pads, picnic tables, grills, and fire rings with pets welcome throughout the campground. Campers consistently note the clean facilities and level sites that work well for pet owners. The bathrooms are dated but well-maintained according to multiple visitors. Tombigbee State Park Campground also welcomes pets with full hookup sites and cabin options for those traveling with animals. Sites are close to the bathhouses with good spacing between them, especially on the outer loop where dogs have more room to stretch out on leashes. The campground areas remain well-monitored by park rangers ensuring a safe environment for pets and their owners.
Waterfront sites at Blue Bluff provide excellent opportunities for dogs to enjoy supervised water access, though the water is shallow in some areas. Many campers bring kayaks where dogs can join for paddling excursions. Walking paths around Aberdeen lock and dam offer approximately 2 miles of exercise space for leashed pets. The playground areas provide no shade, so pets should remain in shaded campsites during summer heat. Smithville Marina Campground and R&R Vineyard represent more secluded options for pet owners seeking quiet environments. The vineyard property particularly stands out for dog owners with excellent walking paths through the property grounds. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed at all times and owners to clean up after their animals, with waste stations available at the larger state parks.
$32 - $34 / night
"Really well situated spots, very level and well maintained. Showers could use an upgrade but the worked none the less. Lake is very pretty. Quiet and comfortable stay all around."
"The site is small, without trees, and very close to site 73, offering no privacy. Some larger sites have trees, and offer water access."
$34 - $36 / night
"Whitten Historical Center is easy to find close to the highway. Staff at the entrance was very friendly and helpful."
"Our 3/3/21-3/6/21 stay at Site 60 provides easy access to a fishing pier, walking paths and enjoyable sunsets."
$43 / night
"Tombigbee SP Elvis was born in Tupelo, Mississippi and Tombigbee SP is a good spot to base your exploration out of.
I overnighted here enroute to Alabama."
"Single female traveler with one dog. We hiked all the trails and they were well manicured and followed a frisbee golf course. They have full hookups and back in spots."
$10 - $25 / night
"The Mississippi Art & Wine Gallery has spots to camp for those who enjoy some of the finer things. Check them out and make sure to share some pics of your stay!"
$45 / night
"Small quaint winery and art house , wonderful host so sweet, pleasant conversation did wine tasting, was quite enjoyable, quiet camping Spot off the beat and path, nice hook up for water and electric,"
"Off the beaten path. Power and water available for reasonable price. Walking the property was fantastic for us and our dogs."
$20 - $40 / night
"In the middle off Mississippi just a few miles off Natchez Trace parkway is this lovely little campground on a lake. And super affordable."
"We stayed in site 18 by the water, most lakeside sites are about 20 feet from shore, and are mostly grass besides the driveway and tent pad."
$32 / night
"Roads are drivable of course but need to be funded, come on Mississippi and step up.. 15-20 minutes from a supercenter on West Main Street in Tupelo. Tupelo is lovely and where we actually live."
"Trace State Park near Tupelo, MS. Once you get into Tupelo the signage directing you to the park is easy to find and follow."
$26 - $36 / night
"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."
"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."
$26 / night
"Tishomingo State park is one of the beautiful places Mississippi has to offer. So many hiking trails, cliffs and sites to see."
"Tucked in the northeast corner of Mississippi are the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain Range. You all know how much I love mountains. So we had to go check it out. And I'm so glad we did."
RangerWe reserved a waterfront spot, but our rig wouldn’t fit despite the website saying so, no biggy though. Was able to swap spots and enjoyed our stay. Very nice park, nice beaches and great for walking pets. Most amenities were closed for the season/ COVID. Great staff. We had few bars (Verizon) and no service on t-mobile. Overall great experience, can’t go wrong with any spot.
RangerWe stayed in early August for 2 nights in the Sleeping Waters campground.
We got there pretty late (after dark) for setting up camp, and I do not recommend doing that. It's about a quarter of a mile walk to the campsite, but the site is absolutely gorgeous! Very secluded and very roomy! The waterfall at the campsite is not large, but it still makes noise.
After we got everything set up and got all the lights out, we noticed the glowing dismalites along the Canyon wall behind our tent!! It was super cool. We also had a creek flowing with crawdads, minnows, and bull frogs. Plenty of wildlife!!
The canyon was pretty cool! The waterfalls were awesome and I loved all the spur trails. Disclaimer: be prepared to get your feet wet!!
The Canyon and campsite were pet friendly. Dogs were even welcome in the country store!! Just not in the seating area for the Soda Fountain.
I have few, minor complaints.. 1) I booked this campsite earlier in the year (early spring, I believe). I specifically wanted a night tour. They did not tell me that they wouldn't have night tours at that time of year. I wish I would've known, as I would've planned the trip for spring or fall. 2) the gate to get into the Canyon after hours for the bath house was difficult to operate. I'd pinch the code in and it wouldn't open. It would take several tries. The gate for the campsite area worked great! 3) The gate leading to the campsites was not marked. At night, it was challenging to determine where to park. 4) In the Canyon itself, not all of the landmarks were marked!! We had a map, but we had never been there before, so we weren't able to find everything easily.
TravelerWhile visiting a beloved retired faculty member of Mississippi State, we were grateful to find this campground with The Dyrt for one night. A tremendous value due to the sparkling clean condition, kindness of staff, and abundant amenities for an active retired couple. We parked #9 (level drive-thru) closest to the entrance and adjacent Highway 82. The Highway was not too distracting after 10 PM. Had a very restful night and up early the next day ready to enjoy the next leg of our sojourn throughout the south. The video is of the super Bulldog fan restroom.
GuideThe campground in Jamie L. Whitten Historical Center is easy to find close to the highway. Staff at the entrance was very friendly and helpful. The site was PERFECT: level concrete pull-thru big enough for our 40' rig and Jeep, adorable picnic and firepit area overlooking the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway peeking through the beautiful trees. Hookups right where you needed them. And lots of beautifully maintained trails through the woods for walking our dogs. Two thumbs up!
GuideOur 3/3/21-3/6/21 stay at Site 60 provides easy access to a fishing pier, walking paths and enjoyable sunsets. Sites are a comfortable size and located with adequate forrest canopy that provides shade for most. We enjoy several afternoon paddles on this stretch of river.
Outside the campground entrance the Underground Railroad Bicycle Trail goes along the road and continues to the lock for walking and peddling.
GuideWith less than 20 sites this is a small comfortable campground with full hookups. 30 minutes to Tupelo or Oxford, this place splits them down the middle. The site is a level concrete pad with 50/30 amp, water and sewer. The campground is next to a big county park with a playground, boat ramp and fishing docks. Nice walking paths along the lakes edge provides a great place for a view of the sunset. The camp manger is a nice as could be and reached out after I left to return something I left behind. A great small park easy to get to.
ScoutNice park with pull through at late notice , great staff. Close to town but didn’t visit. Reasonable at $40. Some sites have Wi Fi I think. Short nice walk and area for dogs. Not far from freeway.
ScoutSmall quaint winery and art house , wonderful host so sweet, pleasant conversation did wine tasting, was quite enjoyable, quiet camping Spot off the beat and path, nice hook up for water and electric, so private and quiet , great property for walking dogs, price was very reasonable and the wine was nice, bought a bottle😊
RangerThis is a new campground located near tupelo, Mississippi. They have a central fire ring with swings, a small camp store, laundry room, and bathhouse.
Blue Bluff Campground welcomes pets at its waterfront campsites along the Tombigbee Waterway. Pets remain leashed throughout this Corps of Engineers campground, with level concrete pads providing stable footing for dogs and their owners. Nearby Tombigbee State Park Campground also accommodates pets at its tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins, offering wooded surroundings ideal for dog walking. Campground bathrooms remain clean throughout the weekend despite heavy use. Sites near the water provide ample shade for pets during hot Mississippi summers, with site 78 offering excellent views while keeping dogs cool under tree cover.
R&R Vineyard provides a more secluded pet-friendly camping experience with reasonable power and water hookups. The property features fantastic walking trails for dogs, with several acres of open space for pets to explore on-leash. Both Mississippi Art & Wine Gallery and Davis Lake Campground allow pets at their RV sites. Dog owners should note limited shade at some playgrounds and recreational areas. The small, flat campground loops at Tombigbee State Park work particularly well for monitoring children and pets simultaneously. Several fishing docks provide access to water where dogs can cool off after walks. Park rangers frequently monitor the grounds ensuring adherence to pet policies, with most campgrounds maintaining quiet, comfortable overnight environments even during holiday weekends.
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