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Best Camping in Mississippi: Waterfront Sites, RV Hookups & More
Mississippi campgrounds offer options spanning from full-hookup RV sites to dispersed tent camping and coastal waterfront locations. Tishomingo State Park Campground near the Alabama border provides tent, RV, glamping, and yurt accommodations amid forested terrain. Davis Bayou Campground at Gulf Islands National Seashore offers tent and RV sites near coastal waters. Most campgrounds in the state maintain year-round operations with drinking water, picnic tables, and toilets, while facilities like Buccaneer State Park Campground include additional amenities such as sanitary dump stations and utility hookups.
The state's camping scene features varying levels of accessibility and amenities. Most developed campgrounds provide electric hookups with many offering 50-amp service for larger RVs. Several sites in state parks require reservations, particularly during peak seasons. "Percy Quin State Park covers a large area. The park includes an 18-hole golf course, a motel, cabins for rent, both camper and primitive camping," noted one visitor. Campgrounds like Rocky Springs along the Natchez Trace Parkway offer free camping but with fewer amenities and limited space. Cell service can be unreliable in remote locations, particularly in the northern hill country. Summer temperatures and humidity levels typically run high, with occasional afternoon thunderstorms, especially in coastal areas.
Waterfront camping represents a significant draw throughout Mississippi's campground system. Lake-adjacent sites at Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground near Hattiesburg receive positive feedback for their water access and scenic qualities. Several campers mention appreciating the quieter atmosphere at smaller water management district campgrounds like Big Creek Water Park. A visitor to Lake Jeff Davis noted it has "a beautiful lake. It has a nice boat ramp and a few nice piers for fishing." State parks with water features tend to include additional recreational amenities such as boat rentals, swimming areas, and fishing piers. Urban-adjacent options like LeFleur's Bluff State Park in Jackson provide nature access with proximity to city amenities, though noise levels can be higher than at more remote locations.
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1. Davis Bayou Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
53 ReviewsOcean Springs, MSWebsite+1 (228) 230-4136$22 - $100 / night
"We escaped an early winter cold spell in Michigan and made the thousand mile trip to the Mississippi coast. It was worth the drive."
"Easy access from town and nearby aquarium and art museums. Great drive on 90 along the beach to get there. Check out the small but interesting William Anderson art museum close by the campground."
2. Tishomingo State Park Campground
52 ReviewsTishomingo, MSWebsite+1 (662) 438-6914$2 - $267 / night
"Tishomingo State park is one of the beautiful places Mississippi has to offer. So many hiking trails, cliffs and sites to see."
"The levee is fixed and Haynes Lake is full so bring your rod and reel. A hidden gem in Northeast Mississippi."
3. Buccaneer State Park Campground
50 ReviewsBay St. Louis, MSWebsite+1 (228) 467-3822$57 - $477 / night
"About a half-dozen freight trains pass close by the campground; noisy, especially where we camped in the Treaure Cove loop. There is also some vehicle noise on a nearby road as well."
"Train noises in the distance. 6:30 AM shots woke us up. Don’t know if there is a shooting range close by or where they were coming from"
4. Meriwether Lewis Campground
37 ReviewsHohenwald, TNWebsite+1 (800) 305-7417"That’s probably not something I would have said before visiting the Meriwether Lewis Campground near Hohenwald, Tennessee. This campground is amazing."
"Everyone seemed friendly enough, waving as they walk or drive by. The spots are very close together, so do not expect privacy."
5. Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground
37 ReviewsPurvis, MSWebsite+1 (601) 582-7721$11 - $447 / night
"Paul B Johnson State Park in South Mississippi has newly renovated the RV campground with full hookups and level concrete pads."
"We spent Christmas Holiday in this Beautiful Mississippi State Park, we have family in the area so instead of Hotels we bring the motorhome down and spend the week here!"
6. Whitten Park Campground
33 ReviewsFulton, MSWebsite+1 (662) 862-7070$34 - $36 / night
"Our 3/3/21-3/6/21 stay at Site 60 provides easy access to a fishing pier, walking paths and enjoyable sunsets."
"Whitten Park campground is located on a peaceful waterway far enough from the highway to feel secluded but not difficult to access. Each site is surrounded by trees."
7. Roosevelt State Park Campground
31 ReviewsMorton, MSWebsite+1 (601) 732-6316$11 - $567 / night
"I stayed in site 13 which was right on the lake. The view was beautiful. The spot was really large with plenty of room for tents and hammocks. There are trails close by that were nice to walk on."
"We loved this campground and almost positive you will too!!"
8. LeFleur's Bluff State Park Campground
26 ReviewsJackson, MSWebsite+1 (601) 987-3923$20 - $706 / night
"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."
"This park is literally in the middle of Jackson, Mississippi in a beautiful setting. The lake was lovely and we saw herons, cranes, turtles and deer."
9. Hernando Point
26 ReviewsColdwater, MSWebsite+1 (662) 562-6261$30 / night
"The COE has been working on upgrading different sections of the campground at this location! It's nice to see places put money back into their campgrounds!"
"Some are in a good spot on the camp side of the trailer, but a few are on the complete wrong side of the camper. Recently updated to full hookup sites for all sites."
10. Clarkco State Park Campground
22 ReviewsQuitman, MSWebsite+1 (601) 776-6651$20 - $492 / night
"State park near Alabama/Mississippi border. Nice park. Chose to do primitive camping for $15 plus tax, but they offer other options too."
"Lake side, lots of tree coverage has helped the August 95degree MS temps. Friendly neighboring campers, lots of kids swimming and kayaking. We even took the time to walk a trail or two."
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Recent Reviews in Mississippi
1572 Reviews of 359 Mississippi Campgrounds
- AAmanda T.Traveler
Cullens RV Park
Guys this is just a little small spot right off the highway by an old run-down not even open store. It has maybe 6 spots. It’s definitely not scenic. It looks like a “we need to stop now and not set up anything” kind of place. It looks directly out to hwy 49. Did not stay here just drove past.
Sean S.
GuidePercy Quin State Park Campground
Nice park, but I have some notes.
Overall, I'm pretty pleased with Percy Quin. Grounds are well kept and it's very peaceful - I can barely hear any road noise.! I'm at one of the premium primitive sites (raised wooden tent beds, tables and chairs but no electric or water) situated along the lakeshore. Some of the chairs need to be replaced or removed, and perhaps they should put the site letter markers facing the parking area instead of the water; but the restroom has AC! The RV sites seem very nice as well. There are large hickory nuts falling from the very tall trees. I have yet to be hit in the head with one bu
- AAmanda T.Traveler
Lake Perry Campground
Nice but very small and limited
There’s only one site big enough for our l shaped canopy tent and since you cannot reserve you have to get there and hope it’s open. For small tents it’s great, but make sure you have an inverter to convert to 110. The sites are also on a hill so almost all the sites are at a slant except the actual small pad area for each site. It would be a really tight fit for even small RVs
The bathrooms are single occupancy and really need updating, but they aren’t “dirty” just old. They are not climate controlled.
For small tents camping and for those very confident in the rv maneuvering skills, this is a little gem. For anything else, you might find yourself in a really tight spot.
- AAmanda T.Traveler
Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground
Beautiful
This is a beautiful lakeside campground with lots of sites. It’s a larger campground that caters to RVs of all sizes, but is great for tent camping too! They allow tent camping in the “RV pads” but even better is they don’t make you pitch your tent on the concrete or gravel. You can pitch your tent in the grass. They also have a really really nice primitive area without hookups, but has water really close. It’s well maintained and shady all day.
The lake is beautiful. There is fishing and kayaking and boating. They do rent kayaks but idk how much. There are piers to fish off of.
This is a beautifully maintained park, but the BEST part for this tent camping gal? The bath houses ARE CLIMATE CONTROLLED!
To me this is kind of the best of both worlds. Enough nature to not feel like you’re in an rv resort, but all the amenities of one.
Todd B.GuideMcLeod Park Campground
Well laid out park on the river.
Park layout is nice with probably 150 sites +/-. Some are close together. Others are well spaced and situated for some privacy. No one on site at night so when it gets loud or rowdy, you're on your own.
Liesel G.GuideJohn W. Kyle State Park Campground
Quite Scenery beside the lake
We stayed at camp spot 216 with our 36 ft class A RV. It had full hook up and our stay for 1 night was scenic and quiet. There is only ONE functioning bathroom in this lowered end camp ground at the time of our stay and is only has cold water showers. The facility was clean though. The camp hosts at the gate house were, helpful, polite and friendly. We paid $38 for the night at this Premium location with waterfront. No swimming allowed in the lake, but you can fish. Would stay here again for a pit stop, but since we cant bathe in the bathhouse I wouldn't recommend a long stay unless you had your own camper with shower ans toilet facility to use.
- WWilliam M.Guide
Marathon Lake Campground
Rundown but quiet
I’ve camped here a few times and there’s rarely more than five sites occupied. It’s very peaceful. Swimming area. Too many trees for good Starlink.
- PPaul S.Guide
Davis Bayou Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore
Great for cycling
Spent a lovely night at Davis Bayou Campground. A beautiful, peaceful setting with fantastic hiking and cycling trails to explore. Perfect for stretching your legs, getting on the bikes and enjoying the great outdoors. Definitely worth a stop!
Guide to Mississippi
Camping in Mississippi offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities. From serene lakes to lush forests, there’s something for everyone looking to escape into nature.
What to do
- Hiking and Biking: Many campgrounds, like Roosevelt State Park Campground, have miles of trails. One camper mentioned, “Miles of trails... all natural with great camp sites.”
- Fishing: Campgrounds such as Choctaw Lake are perfect for fishing. A visitor shared, “The scenery was beautiful, it was quiet, the sites are pretty spread out... you can just fish right off your site.”
- Water Activities: At Chunky River Recreation, you can enjoy kayaking and swimming. One reviewer noted, “Playgrounds and picnic pavilions by the river made for an enjoyable walk.”
What campers like
- Natural Beauty: Campers appreciate the scenic views. A review from Timberlake Campground said, “Great lake views, plenty of tall trees.”
- Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds pride themselves on cleanliness. A visitor at Wendy Oaks RV Resort remarked, “The bathrooms are temperature controlled, clean, and well maintained!”
- Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One guest at Askew's Landing RV Campground said, “The campground host was so amazing to work with.”
What you should know
- Reservations: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper at Timberlake Campground noted, “When you come to the campground, nightly rentals are first come first serve.”
- Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive facilities. A review of Jeff Busby Campground mentioned, “The bathrooms were very old and could have used an upgrade.”
- Wildlife: Expect to see various wildlife. One camper at Twiltley Branch shared, “Lots of birds and alligators to see.”
Tips for camping with families
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. A visitor at Chunky River Recreation mentioned, “Playgrounds and picnic pavilions by the river made for an enjoyable walk.”
- Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One family at Roosevelt State Park Campground enjoyed, “Fishing, swimming, exploring, to deer petting.”
- Pack Essentials: Bring along games and outdoor gear. A camper at Goshen Springs Campground noted, “Nice bathrooms with 4 shower stalls, all with bench and hooks for dry goods.”
Tips from RVers
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at LeFleur's Bluff State Park Campground said, “Site 2 would be good for up to a 26 footer, but not much larger.”
- Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways or train tracks. A visitor at Chunky River Recreation mentioned, “Not too many trains went through at night. Very loud though.”
- Utilize Dump Stations: Know where the dump stations are located. A camper at Choctaw Lake shared, “The charge is $5.00 but there is no one to pay!”
Whether you're tent camping or RVing, camping in Mississippi has something for everyone. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best campgrounds in Mississippi for family trips?
What are the best campgrounds in Mississippi for family trips?
Mississippi offers several excellent family-friendly campgrounds with recreational activities. LeFleur's Bluff State Park Campground in Jackson provides lakeside sites where families can enjoy wildlife viewing (herons, cranes, turtles, and deer), a playground, and disc golf course, all within a secure gated park. Another family favorite is Little Black Creek Campground in Lumberton, situated on a fishing lake with championship disc golf courses, kayaking opportunities, and yearly events. For coastal family adventures, consider Roosevelt State Park or Paul B. Johnson State Park, both offering water activities and kid-friendly amenities.
Where can I find tent camping sites in Mississippi?
Where can I find tent camping sites in Mississippi?
Mississippi offers diverse tent camping options across the state. Clear Springs Lake Rec Area NF Campground in Homochitto National Forest provides a serene tent camping experience with beautiful surroundings and lake access. Clarkco State Park Campground offers affordable primitive tent camping for $15 plus tax near the Alabama/Mississippi border, with sites near a lake, picnic tables, and fire pits. For coastal tent camping, Davis Bayou Campground in Gulf Islands National Seashore is an excellent choice. Whitten Park Campground provides tent sites with access to fishing piers, walking paths, and paddling opportunities on the river.
Are there any good RV camping options in Mississippi state parks?
Are there any good RV camping options in Mississippi state parks?
Mississippi state parks offer excellent RV camping options with comfortable amenities. Oak Grove - John W. Kyle State Park features spacious sites under large pine trees with water views and access to the Lower Lake, along with a swim beach and boat facilities. Wall Doxey State Park Campground provides quality RV sites near Holly Springs with scenic surroundings. Many RVers also enjoy Askew's Landing RV Campground just outside Jackson, which offers tree-covered sites, a pond, fire pits, clean bathrooms, and a pool. Most Mississippi state parks provide water and electric hookups, with some offering full hookups for larger rigs.
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