2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Lake Lincoln State Park Campground and Timberlake Campground house upscale glamping accommodations within a short drive of Crystal Springs, Mississippi. Both destinations offer a range of luxury outdoor stays including fully-furnished safari tents and premium glamping options with electricity, comfortable beds, and climate control systems. Timberlake Campground features waterfront glamping accommodations with picnic tables and fire rings alongside modern conveniences like showers, toilets, and water hookups. The glamping units at Lake Lincoln provide lakeside views with well-maintained grounds and spacious sites. Both locations maintain year-round availability for their upscale accommodations, allowing visitors to experience nature without sacrificing comfort. One guest shared, "The sites are spaced well apart, nice and level with plenty of stuff for the kids to do."
Visitors staying in glamping accommodations at these parks enjoy direct access to fishing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities on the adjacent lakes. Lake Lincoln State Park provides a beach area for swimming and multiple hiking trails that wind through the surrounding pine forests. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with guests occasionally spotting alligators in the lakes. Timberlake includes boat access, allowing glamping guests to bring or rent watercraft for lake exploration. The parks maintain good proximity to local towns for dining and shopping, while offering enough seclusion to enjoy stargazing and campfires. A recent visitor noted, "We enjoyed fishing and kayaking on the lake. The campground is very scenic with lake views." Both parks require reservations for their glamping units, with holiday weekends booking up particularly quickly due to their popularity.
"Jackson MS LeFleur' Bluff SP Small state park with 30 sites w/e only on small lake. You are allowed to gather downed wood to use in fire pit. Gate code access. Nice playground. Disc golf course."
"Remember to check your email for your gate access code the gentleman ahead of us did not and it took awhile to get in after a long day of driving."
Available next weekend
from $20 - $706 / night
"bath houses in good shape and air conditioned."
"Since it was a spur of the moment decision, there were no neighboring sites with a view of the lake to choose from. We ended up at sites 36 and 37 since access to the lake was nearby."
Available next weekend
from $20 - $342 / night
"Feels super remote but still close to shopping. Great lake views, plenty of tall trees. Nice bathrooms & showers have both locking stall doors and shower curtains."
"I was very impressed with the amenities such as the laundry room, pool and bath house. The bath house was very clean and has private showers. The staff was very helpful."
"The spook trail is top tier! And there were plenty of activities throughout the day for the kids. Water park is heated which I didn’t know and wished we brought swim suits."
"We stayed on the lakes edge, had visits from geese, ducks, rabbits and squirrels. Beautiful and very clean area."
from $30 - $65 / night
"The staff works long hours to keep this park sparkling clean during this pandemic and they all do it with a cheerful attitude."
"The site was very sloped so getting in the camper was difficult because the steps were so high off the ground."
"Their are two locations one in a valley it an awesome spot only draw back no campfire because the smoke does not leave the valley it just collect between the two hills. The second is on a hill top."
"Nice museum on site and the park people are dog friendly! Quiet with full hook ups. Limited Wi-Fi, good tv reception"
"For 30$ a night u get a level gravel drive thru spot electric, sewer, water, and wifi,laundry facilities and bath house very very clean. Very quiet all thru the day and night."
"Close to Hwy 55, clean and quiet."
from $27 - $30 / night
GuideWould try to get one by the lake or up by the office. The campsite we had was not level & hard to get camper level. Could not put a tent up due to being on a hill. Would go back.
LegendNice smaller park with friendly staff
RangerTucked away in the midst of a big city this tiny state park packs a big punch. Walking distance to museums and a beautiful lake we were satisfied. Even saw an alligator in the water within fifteen minutes of our arrival.
ScoutQuiet and nice views. No alcohol allowed.
TravelerLarge park with monthly and daily sites. Boat ramp. Wooded and open sites. Friendly employees.
GuideWe spent a weekend in October here and absolutely loved it. We had a tent site and my only complaint about that was a leaking spicket that drained onto campsites. The trick or treating is the best. Start right when you can because there are so many sites offering candy or haunted areas. The spook trail is top tier! And there were plenty of activities throughout the day for the kids. Water park is heated which I didn’t know and wished we brought swim suits. Had tons of laughs and memories with my family. So much so we already booked for next October and have more family coming!!
GuideWe enjoyed fishing and kayaking on the lake. The campground is very scenic with lake views. My one and only complaint is we had a street light right above our camper so we couldn’t see the stars well at night while sitting around our campfire. I had good Verizon cell service. AT&T and TMobile had no service and the Starlink worked pretty well even with the trees obstructing. Ms Patsy that works in the office was super helpful and friendly. We will definitely consider camping here again.
ScoutWe were planning to stay a second night in a better location on the resevoir… so we moved to avoid the sound, fury and allergens of a half dozen lawn tractor mowers circling us. The management notified us that there would be a $20. Fee for changing spaces plus the fees for an additional night and were asked to return to our original site until check in time if we didn’t want to pay the additional 20 bucks.
We moved to the bathhouse, showered, hung out by the pool until check out time and departed for another campground. Sometimes management treats guests according to the rules of an HOA, versus the hospitality industry. It was kind of sad.
We did enjoy the site, the pool and the water views. We didn’t enjoy the sound of traffic and grounds maintenance early in the morning. We might return one day, but much wiser, indeed.
ScoutWe enjoyed our night at LeFleurs Bluff. We were surrounded by giant RVs but it proved to be a very quiet respite in the middle of the city. Keep your check in code handy as it is necessary info when arriving or departing via the security gate. We hope to return one day and stay longer!
The previous night we tried to reserve a spot here online around 3 or 4pm. As this wasn’t possible on we found another campground in Ridgeland with a more flexible reservation system and a swimming pool! It was more like a gold course on the river than a camp ground but we were pleased to have options.
Crystal Springs, Mississippi offers wooded campsites within easy reach of Jackson and surrounding natural areas. The region maintains a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot summers, making year-round camping possible with proper preparation. Nearby lakes and reservoirs provide water recreation opportunities within a 30-minute drive of most camping areas.
Disc golf adventures: Timberlake Campground features an on-site disc golf course. "I played a game of disc golf in the morning which was great," noted a visitor who appreciated this recreational option.
Hiking through varied terrain: The nature trails at LeFleur's Bluff State Park Campground offer easy walking paths through cypress swamps and dry forest areas. "The trails are Peaceful and I loved all the nature you see everywhere," shared one camper who enjoyed the accessible hiking options.
Wildlife observation opportunities: Several campgrounds near Crystal Springs offer chances to observe local wildlife. "Had my morning coffee and watched a 7ft gator swimming and paying us no mind. Most amazing thing I've seen," reported a LeFleur's Bluff visitor, highlighting the unique nature viewing experiences available.
Convenient lake access: Waterfront camping at Lake Lincoln State Park Campground provides direct water access. "I came here once when we were kids, nothing popped out to me then as a kid. Recently stayed there with my kids mostly because of nostalgia," noted one visitor, adding that "This is another good park to come to if you're into fishing."
Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained amenities. "Bath houses in good shape and air conditioned," mentioned a Lake Lincoln visitor, noting the comfort this added to their stay during hot weather.
Spacious sites: Campers frequently mention site separation as a positive feature. At Yogi on the Lake - Jellystone Pelahatchie, one reviewer noted they "stayed on the lakes edge, had visits from geese, ducks, rabbits and squirrels. Beautiful and very clean area."
Seasonal considerations: Summer heat affects camping comfort. At Grand Gulf Military Park, one camper noted there are "two locations one in a valley it an awesome spot only draw back no campfire because the smoke does not leave the valley it just collect between the two hills."
Bathroom conditions vary: Facility maintenance differs between campgrounds. At Timberlake Campground, one visitor reported finding "one of the nastiest [bathrooms] we've encountered in our 8 years of travel. Moldy; broken tiles, countertop, towel dispenser, & trim; caution tape over both shower stalls."
Reservation requirements: Holiday weekends fill quickly at popular sites. At Lake Lincoln, a camper noted the campground is "Very busy on holiday weekends" with limited site availability.
Water recreation options: Family-friendly swimming areas provide summer entertainment. At Atwood Water Park, "There is a river there to fish and boat down," according to one reviewer who visited during a busy period.
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. Yogi on the Lake includes "Pool, slides, jumping pad, playground, mini golf, tennis, basketball, planned activities each day for family fun."
Educational opportunities: Wildlife viewing provides learning experiences. At LeFleur's Bluff, one family mentioned "This MS state park is smack dab in the middle of Jackson, MS. It is snuggled in the woods along a river... My children loved that!"
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven pads. A visitor to Timberlake noted "The concrete pads were badly broken & uneven" which created setup difficulties for larger rigs.
Hookup availability: Most glamping close to Crystal Springs, Mississippi offers full hookup sites. At Lake Lincoln, sites feature "full hook ups" with "nice size lots" according to experienced campers.
Late arrival procedures: For those traveling after office hours, Movietown RV Park provides convenient self-registration. "We got in late so we registered at the closed office door by putting our $27 payment in an envelope in the door slot. How convenient!"
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