Campsite options near Belden, Mississippi range from lakeside spots to forested retreats within the Tombigbee National Forest region. The area sits at approximately 360 feet above sea level with mild winters and warm, humid summers. Summer temperatures typically reach 90-95°F, while spring camping offers moderate 70-80°F days with lower humidity.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Davis Lake Campground, visitors can fish directly from their campsites or use the fishing pier. "Literally lake front camping! Davis Lake Recreation Area is situated just 4 miles from the Natchez Trace Parkway. The campground is adjacent to the Eastern shore of the 200 acre Davis Lake," according to one camper. The lake supports various fish species and attracts wildlife.
Hiking trails: Tombigbee State Park Campground offers multiple well-maintained trails suitable for various skill levels. A visitor noted, "We hiked all the trails and they were well manicured and followed a frisbee golf course." Another mentioned, "The disc golf course is very fun. It has an interesting layout in the woods so it is much like a hike."
Disc golf: Several parks in the area feature disc golf courses, providing an alternative outdoor activity. At Tombigbee State Park, one visitor described, "There is a video included in the post which includes the entire campground area. I hope you find it helpful. The disc golf course is very fun."
What campers like
Peaceful settings: Moon Lake Farm receives praise for its tranquil environment. "This is a very peaceful stop with 30 amp power and water available. Well kept and very nice host. John communicated with us perfectly. The land and lake are beautiful," noted one visitor.
Lakefront views: Many campsites offer direct lake access, which campers consistently appreciate. A visitor to Whitten Park Campground said, "Our 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."
Affordable rates: State parks and Corps of Engineers campgrounds in the area offer competitive pricing. One camper at Whitten Park explained, "We get a 50% discount per night using the National Parks Access Pass." Howard Stafford Park was described as having "full hookups and concrete pad" with one reviewer noting, "Can't beat the price at $22/night."
What you should know
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging internal roads. One camper at Trace State Park Campground observed, "Trace state park is very nice and relaxing. From fishing, kayaking to camping. The roads in the park are terrible! That's the one downside to the park." Another noted, "Cons: not much level space between camper pads, access roads need replacing, sketchy cell service."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. At Davis Lake, one camper advised, "Do your research on the campsites. Some are pretty short and will not accommodate long rigs." Another mentioned, "I suspect it fills up in season, so best to make reservations."
Connectivity issues: Cell service varies significantly by location. A visitor to Tombigbee State Park reported, "Poor cell service with AT&T and if you have starling it won't work due to all the trees." At Trace State Park, another camper mentioned "sketchy cell service" as one of the cons of staying there.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and recreation: Howard Stafford Park Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "Has a splash pad, a basketball court, and several piers on the lake for fishing. You can hear cows in the distance from across the lake," noted one visitor. Another mentioned it's "attached to a public use park."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Davis Lake Campground offers excellent bird watching. One camper shared, "The lake is known to anglers, and wildlife and birds are a given…we had a Great Blue Heron 'friend' during our entire stay." Another mentioned, "All types of birds to watch. Squirrels too."
Swimming areas: Several campgrounds feature designated swimming areas. At Davis Lake, one visitor cautioned, "The swimming area steps are quite slippery as well and muscle shells are ever present so i would recommend aquatic footwear if you plan on using this area."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose sites based on your specific needs. At Tombigbee State Park, an RVer advised, "At the entrance to the camp sites seem to be the best ones, they'd be on the left as you enter." Another camper at Whitten Park pointed out, "As we had our site number, we headed directly to pull through site 9 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). This was our third time camping at Whitten and we were delighted to find that they had combined site 8 and 9 into one long site."
Full hookup availability: RVers can find various hookup options throughout the region. At Serenity RV Park, a visitor described, "Site 26 with FHUs is 1 of 6 pull through cement sites in the CG. The 4 back-in sites are cement pads. The pad was spacious, providing ample room for our 40' fifth wheel and F-450 truck. There are two sewer connections on both cement and gravel sites, which is a nice convenience."
Leveling considerations: Some campsites require attention to leveling. A Howard Stafford Park visitor noted, "The rv pads are very short an uneven," while at Whitten Park an RVer mentioned, "We were able to adjust our 5th wheel to avoid the several unlevel areas in this very long pull through."
