Cabin camping near Hernando, Mississippi offers distinct seasonal experiences with summer highs averaging 91°F and winter lows around 30°F. Most cabins in this region sit at elevations between 300-400 feet above sea level, positioned on the eastern edge of the Mississippi Delta region where the terrain transitions from flatlands to gentle hills. The area's cabin facilities typically remain open year-round but experience peak usage during April through October.
What to do
Mississippi River views: 15-20 minutes from sites. At Tom Sawyer's RV Park, visitors get unobstructed views of the Mississippi River. "The beauty of this place came alive. As evening rolled around... Tugboats pushed barges against the current at a slower than walking pace. Trees with root balls intact floated downstream," notes Greg S.
Disc golf: Free course access. Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park offers a well-maintained disc golf course popular with locals. "There is a disc golf course that is very popular. There is a nature center that is under renovation that has snakes, spiders and owls to see," shares Ryan S. The course is available year-round, though some paths become muddy after rainfall.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lake options. Wall Doxey State Park provides fishing opportunities on a quiet lake. "The lake is great for fishing and has two piers to use, plus a small boat launch. Rumor has it that there is Walleye fish in this lake!" reports Shana D. No fishing license required for children under 12, though adults need Mississippi licenses available online or at local outfitters.
What campers like
Free laundry services: 24-hour access. Many visitors appreciate the complimentary laundry facilities at Tom Sawyer's RV Park. "The free laundry facilities were very clean and nice with several machines," says Kristy J. Another camper shared, "Nice little bath house and laundry in each section. Not many trees in the section I stayed, but still wonderful."
Spacious cabin layouts: Multiple floor plans. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers various cabin configurations for different group sizes. "We reserved a basic site, but for more money you could get a site with Adirondack patio furniture and there were plenty of cabins as well," explains Angela C. Cabins typically include air conditioning, refrigerators, and microwave ovens.
Unique dining experiences: Local deliveries. Unique dining options near some campgrounds include special transportation. "The highlight of our stay here, however, was the opportunity to take a free pink Cadillac limo ride to Marlowe's for superb BBQ. Our children loved this opportunity," says Jeremy H. about their experience at Graceland RV Park & Campground.
What you should know
Limited tent camping options: Call ahead. At several campgrounds, tent sites may be limited or challenging to find. "Not all sites are suitable for tent campers. I would call ahead to ask what sites to consider if booking online, or just show up. There are a lot of sites here and you'll find something," advises Daniel L. about Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park.
Seasonal closures: Weather-dependent. Some campgrounds close during Mississippi River flooding. "This campground is right on the Mississippi River, only problem is if the river is over its banks, then the campground is closed. We had to keep checking to see if the river was down, campground was cleaned up and open," explains Christine U.
Varying bathroom quality: Facility differences. Wall Doxey State Park has older but maintained restrooms. "The bathrooms are old, but clean. I'm leery of old bathrooms, but I can make this one work," says Shana D. Another visitor noted, "Bathrooms are nice and easily accessible near campsites."
Extended water hose needs: Site-specific. At some locations, water hookups may be far from actual sites. "The water spigots are at least 100 foot away from most camp sites, so bring lots of extra hose if you do end up staying," warns a camper at John W Kyle State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Year-round options. Village Creek State Park Campground offers numerous family activities. "This is a huge Campground with lots of available activities such as hiking on the Trail of Tears, boating, fishing... the RV sites are flat and they have water and electricity," explains Teresa M. The park maintains over 30 miles of trails.
Halloween celebrations: Book early. Wall Doxey State Park hosts special Halloween events. "We were invited to the halloween get together at the park. And we had no idea it was such a big deal... Every camp site had wonderful decorations and the kids had such a blast," shares Fred S. Reservations for these October weekends should be made 3-4 months in advance.
Children's areas: Multiple playgrounds. Jellystone Park features several play areas for different age groups. "There were several playgrounds my son enjoyed & we had a blast doing the scavenger hunt. We were too early in the season for the blow-up slides but we definitely plan on coming back to enjoy those," says Amy L.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Check for obstructions. RVers should consider tree placement when selecting sites. "We came in with a 38' RV not much problem with spaces but be aware of trees on both sides of spaces. We were given space #60 but would not have been able to open slides because of trees so we took another space," advises Orita I. at Wall Doxey State Park.
Security features: 24-hour staffing. Memphis KOA and other area campgrounds offer various security measures. "They a have a 24-hour security guard at the entrance and you must sign-in to enter the property," notes Erika P. about security at Graceland RV Park. This provides peace of mind when storing equipment.
Varying electrical hookups: Park differences. Check which electrical services are available at each park. "Low key RV Park, and sites are a bit close together, but it's right on the Mississippi, and is wonderful views of the river! Some of the sites only have 50 and 30 amp power," explains Jenna L., highlighting the importance of confirming hookup compatibility before arrival.
