Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Columbus, MS

Looking for the ultimate pet-friendly camping experience near Columbus? With The Dyrt, it's easy to find campgrounds near Columbus that allow pets. These scenic and easy-to-reach Columbus campsites are perfect for camping with dogs.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Columbus, MS (32)

    Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
    Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
    Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
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    Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
    Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes

    1. Dewayne Hayes

    8 Reviews
    12 Photos
    28 Saves
    Columbus, 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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground

    2. Pickensville Campground

    12 Reviews
    42 Photos
    42 Saves
    Brooksville, Mississippi

    Overview

    Pickensville Campground is located just west of Pickensville, Alabama, on Aliceville Lake on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. This campground boasts both a campground and day use area with many activities and amenities for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors enjoy hunting, fishing, picnicking, water sports and watching the barges go by on the waterway.

    Recreation

    Families can swim at Pickensville's beach, play on the multi-use court, walk along the wooded waterfront and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area at the amphitheater. Anglers can try their luck on the accessible fishing dock or go off-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 lands surrounding the waterway.

    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

    In Pickensville, Alabama, visitors can learn the history of the waterway at the Tom Bevill Visitor Center which depicts an 1830-1850 era antebellum-style home, as well as explore the U.S. Snagboat Montgomery, a National Historical Landmark.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)

    3. Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)

    13 Reviews
    33 Photos
    20 Saves
    Amory, Mississippi

    Overview

    Blue Bluff Campground and Recreation Area, on the Aberdeen Lake section of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in Mississippi, is one of the most scenic recreation areas on the waterway. The area is located just north of Aberdeen and boasts both a campground and day-use area. Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts visit the area each year for picnicking, fishing and swimming.

    Recreation

    Families can swim at the facility's beach, play on the multi-use court and walk along the wooded waterfront. Anglers can try their luck on the accessible fishing dock or go off-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 at designated hunting areas along the waterway.

    Natural Features

    Blue Bluff is named for the beautiful clay and limestone cliffs that border the park on the eastern side. The bluff rises 80 feet above the water and provides a lofty view of Aberdeen Lake and the nearby lock and dam. The waterway extends 234 miles from the Tennessee River to the junction of the Tombigbee River in Alabama and connects the nation's midsection of commercial water transportation with the Gulf of Mexico.

    Nearby Attractions

    A tour can be schedule at the Aberdeen Lock and Dam next door, which provides an opportunity to watch barges and other recreational boats go through the lock on the waterway. The town of Aberdeen, just from minutes from the campground, has various amenities, tours and events. Tupelo, Mississippi, known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, is a 45-minute drive north.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS

    4. Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS

    3 Reviews
    2 Photos
    16 Saves
    Columbus, Mississippi

    Overview

    Town Creek Campground is located on the beautiful Columbus Lake in the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. The campground has direct access to the waterway for recreational boating activities and is a great place to relax and view the scenery.

    Recreation

    With Columbus Lake and Kennedy Lake to explore, this facility has ample water recreation opportunities. Anglers can try their luck on the fishing dock or head off-shore in search of bass, catfish and crappie. Families with children can play on the facility's three playgrounds and go hiking, biking or birding. The nature trail circling the Kennedy Lake crosses the water in a number of places by way of wooden footbridges.

    Natural Features

    The thickly forested, sloping shoreline and calm water create a peaceful atmosphere. On top of the hill overlooking the Tombigbee is Kennedy Lake; on the back of the lake, water cascades down a stone waterfall and into a creek that meanders through the park. 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

    Town Creek Campground is just minutes from the cities of Columbus and West Point, Mississippi, which offer a variety of conveniences such as shopping, restaurants and golf courses.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from The Oaks RV Park

    5. The Oaks RV Park

    1 Review
    1 Photo
    Columbus, Mississippi
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Creek
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    6. Town Creek

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    2 Saves
    Columbus, Mississippi
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Starkville KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Starkville KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Starkville KOA

    7. Starkville KOA

    5 Reviews
    3 Photos
    6 Saves
    Starkville, Mississippi
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      8. Indian Mound Campground

      1 Review
      3 Saves
      Starkville, Mississippi
      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • RVs
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Art & wine gallery
      Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Art & wine gallery
      Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Art & wine gallery
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      Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Art & wine gallery

      9. Mississippi Art & wine gallery

      2 Reviews
      18 Photos
      1 Save
      Amory, Mississippi

      Art & Wine Gallery. We sale Art & wine. Meal per RSVP home cooking.

      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Reservable
      • RVs
      • WiFi
      • Alcohol

      $10 - $25 / night

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        10. R & R Vineyard

        1 Review
        2 Saves
        Amory, Mississippi

        Mississippi Art & Wine Gallery featuring, Ruth’s Art4U & R & R Vineyard. We are the first bunch grape 🍇 Vineyard in Mississippi. The grapes are grown & wine is made on location. I’m a freelance artist. Art & wine for sale in Gallery as well as custom Art by request. U drive parking lot for your convenience. If you Like to stay longer, Please let me know, we have large parking area gravel & grass. We have two 30 amp outlet a number of 20amps $15. and water $5. Per night available. Most welcome to run generator. We are off the beaten path but well worth the drive. Quiet location. Camper are very important to us. Events second and last Saturday of the month. Live🎶 Wine 🍷 tastings, country cooked meal $12. If you would like a home cooked meal please text or call me. 662-436-9494. we have walking trail to the vineyard or all the way around the vineyard if you like to walk. Dry camp by the vineyard if you have small RV.

        We open by appointments from 10:AM to 9:30. Please call to let us know your desired arrival time or if you come & the door is locked just call 662-436-9494. Thank you for coming and thank you for your understanding. Friendly relaxed atmosphere.

        Gift shop/Art Gallery/Wine shop. Custom Art. We have16 & growing varieties of wine to choose from. We are growing our bunch grapes 🍇 and expanding each year. Trail walks 🚶‍♀️ available. We have live music 🎶 Wine tasting & BBQ plates, include baked beans & coleslaw. The last Saturday of the month. You pick blueberries on the half between last part of May through first part of July.

        Read our reviews here: https://membership.harvesthosts.com/member/host/profile/r-r-vineyard

        • Pets
        • Electric Hookups
        • Reservable
        • RVs
        • Market

        $45 / night

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      Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Columbus

      97 Reviews of 32 Columbus Campgrounds


      • pierre L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Jeff Busby Campground
        Dec. 9, 2024

        Jeff Busby Campground

        great place/free

        we stayed here just one night. pletty of place for our rv. First come first serve. has water and bathrooms. Quiet at night and in morning

      • SThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
        Oct. 28, 2024

        Dewayne Hayes

        Peaceful

        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.

      • Lindsey M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS
        Oct. 8, 2024

        Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS

        Friendly Creek-Side Find

        RV spots are suitable for car camping, although a bit close together with bright street lights and showers are outdated. Still, the camp host treated me kindly, and I enjoyed the scenery and walkability!

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Service Campground
        Sep. 16, 2024

        COE Service Campground

        Off grid quiet and beautiful.

        Beautiful small park. Great riverside pull thru spots. All spots are sizable. Lots of wildlife. Hosts are very helpful. Off grid and quiet with the occasional boat.

      • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Togetherness Works RV Park
        Jul. 2, 2024

        Togetherness Works RV Park

        Retriever Hunt Test

        We stayed here with 3 dogs and it could not have been better! The bathhouse was amazing and we practically had the park to ourselves! Dogs loved running around smelling all the smells!

      • junior B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Togetherness Works RV Park
        May. 21, 2024

        Togetherness Works RV Park

        The phone number has changed

        Hello Iam here to let everyone know that His number has changed and he hasn't been able to change it online yet. His new number is 205- 412-6773 if he doesn't answer leave him a voicemail or you can try to text him. Also if you see this please spread the word so he doesn't miss any business in the future. Thank you so much

      • Ashley K.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Jeff Busby Campground
        Apr. 23, 2024

        Jeff Busby Campground

        Small but decent

        There isn't a lot of space but the bathrooms were decent and they had water spigots and trashcans set up at intervals. It was clean and a pretty area.

      • Jacqueline A.
        Camper-submitted photo from Jeff Busby Campground
        Apr. 2, 2024

        Jeff Busby Campground

        Free camping on the Natchez Trace

        Paved pull through sites are first come first serve. They seem to over lap and lots of folk share the sites. So you may need to back up to get out, even if it is pull through.
        Flush toilets. Picnic area. Nice nature walk to a view, 1 mile each way.

      • Hugh N.
        Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground
        Feb. 15, 2024

        Pickensville Campground

        Quiet in Feb

        Nice river front sites on the Ten-Tom waterway. You get to watch river barges approaching the lock/dam. HOT showers. Facilities are aging but in good condition.

      • Ruth R.
        Camper-submitted photo from R & R Vineyard
        Jan. 7, 2024

        R & R Vineyard

        Russel M

        Off the beaten path. Power and water available for reasonable price. Walking the property was fantastic for us and our dogs. We were fortunate to be there on the last Saturday of the month, when they host a dinner and live music. With just 7 of us, including the 2 hosts and the musician, it was a very neat experience. Even had a “sing along “!!!! This is why we love Harvest Hosts. You would never get an experience like this anywhere else.

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Choctaw Lake
        Nov. 29, 2023

        Choctaw Lake

        Dump Station!

        This is a great place to dump your tanks. Only one problem and we expect it to be resolved soon. The charge is $5.00 but there is no one to pay! The sign claims you can pay in the park, the dump is outside the park, at the entrance or exit. Afterwards we continued to “in the park” to pay with our 53’ rig with car in tow. We looked for a place to pay we gave up and had to try to turn around running over the curb with Motorhome and car we thought we should just mail the fee. A BOX AT THE DUMP STATION SEAM TO BE A SIMPLE FIX.

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Jeff Busby Campground
        Nov. 27, 2023

        Jeff Busby Campground

        Nice, quite large pull through sites

        Clean, we were here Thanksgiving weekend. Loved every minute. Flushing toilets. Free water. NO DUMP SITE.

      • Vince B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
        Nov. 3, 2023

        Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)

        October in lots 40 and 42

        The campground was full for the fall holiday. However, the energy was great. It was our first time at the park. The hosts were very helpful. The showers and bathrooms are dated but clean. The best views are located on the water in the lots 80-85. Level spaces and easy to back in.

      • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mississippi Art & wine gallery
        Aug. 22, 2023

        Mississippi Art & wine gallery

        Calling Art & Wine Lovers

        Jake from the Dyrt here!  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!

      • M
        Camper-submitted photo from Togetherness Works RV Park
        Jun. 26, 2023

        Togetherness Works RV Park

        Bucolic Beauty

        Just the basic services (worked well), but the setting is well worth the five mile drive off the interstate. And a short journey up a narrow gravel drive. Jr is a great host, personable and helpful. He had me back up in the gravel space until we were very level. We used our own phone connections for streaming.

      • Will G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Pickensville Campground
        May. 7, 2023

        Pickensville Campground

        Great family getaway

        Shady & spacious campground along the Tenn-Tom with a boat ramp on calm water just off the main channel. Take your bikes and kayaks!

      • Tiffany C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Choctaw Lake
        Apr. 2, 2023

        Choctaw Lake

        Beautiful

        This campground was amazing. Our site was right off the lake. The scenery was beautiful, it was quiet, the sites are pretty spread out. Camp sites 3-12 is where you want to be. There is a playground for kids, a boat dock if you have one, or you can just fish right off your site. The camp host was a very helpful and sweet man. We loved this campground and will definitely be back.

      • Russ  G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Appalachian Foothills RV Park and Service
        Mar. 27, 2023

        Appalachian Foothills RV Park and Service

        Great Back-in sites

        This is a well laid out park for the back in sites, we stayed in the back in a new area under construction so it wasn't as nice but we knew that coming in. The host was fantastic in giving me all that information before we arrived. The back is are very nice, they have a few with concrete pads and decks.

      • Will G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
        Mar. 19, 2023

        Dewayne Hayes

        Great for a weekend getaway

        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.

      • Casey L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Lake Lurleen State Park Campground
        Mar. 4, 2023

        Lake Lurleen State Park Campground

        Loved the beach and trails!

        Overall, this is a very nice and convenient campground. We really enjoyed the beach area and the trails. Lots of mountain bikers throughout the weekend. It did have shower houses but we did not use any because we lucked out and got a full hook up site I will say most of the sites are not level, I have some broken concrete and need some TLC. We stayed in the B loop and loves the proximity to the playground and beach. Seems like there could have been numerous full-time residents staying in Loop A.

      • Jonathon B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Choctaw Lake
        Jan. 24, 2023

        Choctaw Lake

        Quiet and peaceful

        Sites 5 and 8 are our favorite. Really, any site on the small lake is great. Those are the smaller number spots. Almost always one available. Large hands in the smaller lake. I haven't even had a bite in the larger lake. This is our local campground and we go a few times a year. No WiFi and very little cell signal, as camping should be. We love it.

      • Jason R.
        Camper-submitted photo from The Oaks RV Park
        Jan. 5, 2023

        The Oaks RV Park

        GREAT

        This is great little campground. The Cabins were recently added and is a nice feature. Always quiet and owners are very accommodating.

      • Napunani
        Camper-submitted photo from Legion State Park Campground
        Dec. 13, 2022

        Legion State Park Campground

        Worst Campground, but Cheap!

        PROS 

        Over 65 discount resulted in$15/night 

        Quiet 

        Moveable Wooden metal picnic table in good condition on concrete slab 

        Pedestal BBQ grill 

        Toilet/shower building has AC 

        Clean toilet/shower building 

        Ample TP, paper towels and soap available in toilet/shower building 

        Trash barrel at each campsite 

        Park very close to Louisville

        2 bars T-MOBILE


        CONS 

        No personnel at entrance gate at 1pm and again at 230pm but was at gate 415pm Phone number posted at entrance gate office so I called, but no one answered so left voice message. Still waiting on a call back…yes still...

        Site reservation posted to site electrical box which is not viewable from roadway 

        No ranger drive thru campground 

        No park host 

        Not dark sky friendly as there are street lights at sites 15 and 11 with 3 street lights at the toilet/shower building 

        Few of the 15 sites here are level side-to-side. We had to get creative in our site #4 as when parked on the asphalt pad we did not have enough leveling equipment so had to straddle pad with door side on the gravel. 

        Huge pot holes in the asphalt parking pass site 

        #4 No campfire“ring” at campsites so we just has a fire on the ground 

        No privacy from any other site 

        Shower curtain for toilet stall “doors” in both men and women 

        No park WIFI


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      Guide to Columbus

      Discover the joy of camping with your furry friends near Columbus, Mississippi, where several campgrounds welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

      Pet-friendly campgrounds include Blue Bluff Campground

      • Enjoy a stay at Blue Bluff Campground, where pets are allowed, and you can relax by the river with your dog.
      • Dewayne Hayes features spacious sites with direct views of the Tenn-Tom Waterway, perfect for a scenic getaway with your pet.
      • At Pickensville Campground, you can enjoy shaded spots along the water while your pet explores the natural surroundings.

      Dog-friendly activities while camping near Columbus

      • Take your dog for a stroll along the trails at Dewayne Hayes, where you can also spot local wildlife.
      • Enjoy watching river barges at Pickensville Campground while your pet relaxes by your side.
      • Explore the scenic views and hiking opportunities at Blue Bluff Campground, where both you and your pet can enjoy the great outdoors.

      Pet owners appreciate the amenities at Town Creek Campground

      • Town Creek Campground offers well-maintained sites with easy access to the water, making it a great spot for pet owners.
      • At Indian Mound Campground, you’ll find friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere for both you and your pet.
      • Morgans Landing provides a peaceful setting with essential amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your furry companion.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Columbus, MS?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Columbus, MS is Dewayne Hayes with a 4.9-star rating from 8 reviews.

      • What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Columbus, MS?

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