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TravelerTombigbee State Park Campground
Quiet and clean
Have stayed several times while passing through the area. Inexpensive, well maintained, quiet and nice level spaces and plenty of room between sites
Camping near Potts Camp, MS
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Several campgrounds and recreational areas surround Potts Camp, Mississippi, primarily in the Holly Springs National Forest. Wall Doxey State Park Campground offers water and electric hookups for tent camping, RVs, and cabins in a wooded setting about 12 miles north of Potts Camp. Chewalla Lake Recreation Area provides more rustic camping options with both electric and primitive sites. The region's camping landscape includes a mix of state park facilities and national forest lands, with options ranging from basic tent sites to areas with full RV hookups.
Camping is available year-round at most locations, though some facilities like Chewalla Lake operate seasonally from mid-March to mid-November. A visitor commented, "This is a beautiful area in the woods next to a lake. Has electric and water, no sewer. Bathrooms are not kept up, dirty and no lights in the showers." Roads within some campgrounds may present challenges, particularly for larger RVs, with visitors noting issues navigating tree limbs and holes. Many campgrounds use self-registration systems with iron rangers collecting fees, though rangers do patrol regularly. Cell service varies throughout the region, with some areas reporting good coverage while more remote locations may have limited connectivity.
The lake environments feature prominently in camping experiences near Potts Camp. Chewalla Lake offers fishing opportunities, a swimming beach, and hiking trails that include woods, waterfront areas, and boardwalks. A camper wrote, "The shaded footpaths make walking the trails on a hot day still enjoyable. Quiet, low humidity, and plenty of camp sites to choose from make this location a great place to unplug and relax." Wall Doxey State Park includes a lake for water activities, disc golf, and playgrounds. Campsites are typically wooded and private, providing natural shade during hot Mississippi summers. Wildlife sightings, including deer, add to the outdoor experience. Most developed campgrounds in the area feature picnic tables, fire rings, and access to toilet facilities, though amenity quality varies across locations.
Best Campgrounds near Potts Camp (75)
1. Wall Doxey State Park Campground
"First, I drove in while Mississippi was under a blanket of snow."
"This is a little state park on the edge of the Holly Springs National Forest. **Yay: lovely easy hiking, lots of water activities, wooded campsites, simple and pretty."
52 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $2 - $447 / night
2. Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
"The electric service has an open ground situation so my camper wouldn't take it which was fine but a lot of the year could be an issue. There are bathrooms and private showers."
"Campground Review: We live about an hour away from here, so we decided to finally check this place out! I am so glad we finally gave it a chance!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $7 - $40 / night
3. Puskus Lake
"One bathroom away from the sites in the "day use" area. Mostly fisherman. The lake has motor oil/ fuel running on the surface. The docks nice, wide with bench seating."
"Self check in is handled at the permit box upon turning off the highway. Be mindful of snakes and you’re usual pests."
4. Cox Lake
5. Dispersed Camp Site #MSL-02
"There was a large opening at the end of the trail…even though onX offroad says there’s dispersed camping along this road there was 1 maybe 2 spots to just pull off and park!"
6. Hurricane Landing
"Walking distance from the water. I could see the water from my spot."
"Easy access to fishing and water sports when the lake is up. When the lake is down, explore the lake bottoms."
15 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $24 - $100 / night
7. Love's RV Hookup-Holly Springs MS 889
Check Availabilityfrom $29 / night
8. Graham Lake
9. Turtle Lodge RV Park
10. Wyatt Crossing Concessionaire
Drive Time
- 53 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 36 min from Jackson, TN
- 1 hr 47 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 2 hrs 5 min from Florence, AL
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Recent Reviews near Potts Camp, MS
379 Reviews of 75 Potts Camp Campgrounds
Jeremy B.
GuideSouth Abutment Recreation Area
We stayed here for two nights. Got here after dark in a torrential downpour and it was my first time backing in our new camper. Gotta admit, took about an hour and we got completely soaked, but got it backed in. There’s definitely a lesson in there. The rest of the time has been beautiful and peaceful. The bathrooms and showers are clean with plenty of hot water on tap. Plenty of space between most campsites so privacy was never a concern. Most of the close by walking trails are closed, so we visited a nearby one called Ark Trail just a few miles away, which was awesome! At the time of our stay, the access road for the Arkabutla Lake Dam was closed, so it has a detour that takes you another couple miles around.
Dawn S.GuideGraceland RV Park & Campground
Very easy to work with. Bathrooms and showers are clean. Walking distance to Graceland and a short ride to everything downtown. It's a beautiful campground. We would stay again.
- Jeremy B.Guide
Pats Bluff
We stayed here for two nights at site #1. Overall a quiet and peaceful experience. Got serenaded by the crows and bluejays. Saw a couple armadillos…well, we heard them first. They sound like a herd of bison running through the leaves! Got to see a cool tree frog outside the restroom. The showers were not the best, but private. The only access to the lake is by the boat ramp which doesn’t allow you anywhere to walk down to the lake from this side if you just want to take a stroll. The price is now $24 a night. There was a burn ban, so no fire for us.
Tim R.
ScoutWallace Creek
Great Location
This was our first RV trip and it was everything we hoped for. The site was spacious and mostly level. Met a great guy who helped me level our trailer and gave me a few pointers too! Thank you Jason!😀. The deer we saw across the street were icing on the cake!
- KKik K.Scout
Lakelife RV Park
My friend was cussed at when arrived.
They was cussed at us and told me my camper was ugly and accused of me being on drugs. And was told I was a lier. Was very blunt and said my camper looks like shit.
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.
- PPaul S.Guide
Graceland RV Park & Campground
A Great Place to Stay for the Full Memphis Experience
We really enjoyed our stay at Graceland RV Park and Campground. If you’re coming to Memphis to visit Graceland, it’s hard to beat the location. Being so close made everything easy and gave us plenty of time to enjoy the whole experience without rushing.
The Graceland Mansion tour was fantastic. Even if you’ve seen it countless times on TV, actually walking through Elvis’s home and seeing the rooms for yourself is something completely different. There’s so much history there, and it really gives you a sense of the man behind the legend.
We were equally impressed with the museums and exhibits. There is far more to see than we expected, from Elvis’s cars and stage outfits to memorabilia and displays covering his incredible career. Give yourself a good 3–4 hours at a minimum to see everything properly. You could easily spend longer if you’re a big Elvis fan.
While we were in Memphis, we also made the trip downtown to Beale Street, and we’re glad we did. It’s exactly the kind of place you picture when you think of Memphis — live music coming from the bars, plenty of restaurants, lots of places to grab a drink and a great atmosphere as you walk along the street. It made for a brilliant evening after spending the day at Graceland.
For us, staying at Graceland RV Park, touring the mansion and museums, and then experiencing the music, bars and restaurants of Beale Street made for a memorable Memphis visit.
We’d happily stay here again. If you’re traveling by RV and Graceland is on your bucket list, this is a great place to make your base.
- jjeanne A.Guide
Campground at Barnes Crossing
Good for the night
Cash or checks only, $60. Lots of trees and big spaces if you're staying more than one night. One nightnighters get put in the back with close sites. A birders paradise here.
Guide to Potts Camp
The Holly Springs National Forest surrounds the Potts Camp area with an extensive network of wooded campgrounds. Camping opportunities near Potts Camp, Mississippi range from primitive sites without amenities to full-service campgrounds with modern facilities. Most campgrounds in this region sit at elevations between 300-500 feet, creating relatively mild camping conditions even during summer when temperatures typically range from 70-95°F.
What to do
Disc golf adventures: Wall Doxey State Park Campground offers an 18-hole course winding through pine forests. A camper noted, "The highlight for us is the disc golf course that winds through the pine forest." The course is free to use with paid park admission.
Seasonal celebrations: October camping brings special events at some campgrounds. "My wife and I have only camped here once. It won't be the last time, but we were invited to the halloween get together at the park. And we had no idea it was such a big deal," reported a visitor at Wall Doxey State Park Campground. Every campsite features decorations and organized activities for children.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lakes in the region provide fishing access. A visitor to Hurricane Landing commented, "Easy access to fishing and water sports when the lake is up. When the lake is down, explore the lake bottoms." Bass, crappie, and catfish are common catches in these waters.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the spacing at many locations. At Wall Doxey, a reviewer mentioned, "The sites are far enough apart to not feel on top of your neighbor." Similarly, at Hurricane Landing, "Sites on the back side of the loop are spaced out much more nicely than those on the front."
Clean facilities: While amenities vary by location, many campers note clean conditions. A solo female traveler at Wall Doxey shared, "Camped 4days/3nights. Really nice wooded sites. Water and Electric on site. Wifi-Tmobile worked fine whole trip. Not a lot of campers while I was here. Quiet and Peaceful."
Affordability: Puskus Lake offers some of the region's most economical camping. "This campground is in the middle of Holly Springs National Forest on Puskus Lake. The campground itself is quite small but the camping spaces have a good amount of room to them so you do not feel like you are on top of each other. Additionally, I have never seen more than 5 or 6 different sites being used anytime that I have been there. It is also relatively cheap to camp there which is always great!"
What you should know
Self-registration systems: Most national forest campgrounds use payment boxes. At Puskus Lake, "Self check in is handled at the permit box upon turning off the highway. Be mindful of snakes and your usual pests."
Seasonal lake levels: Water levels fluctuate significantly. A Hurricane Landing visitor noted, "Great summer time camping when the lake is full pool." During fall and winter, some lakes recede considerably, changing access to water activities.
Varied bathroom conditions: Facilities range widely in quality. At Trace State Park Campground, "Deer Run bath house is showing its age, but Eagle Ridge's is much newer, and it includes a coin laundry and a party room. Park roads are in serious need of repair."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Potts Camp, MS?
What camping is available near Potts Camp, MS?
According to TheDyrt.com, Potts Camp, MS offers a wide range of camping options, with 75 campgrounds and RV parks near Potts Camp, MS and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Potts Camp, MS?
Which is the most popular campground near Potts Camp, MS?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Potts Camp, MS is Wall Doxey State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 21 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Potts Camp, MS?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Potts Camp, MS?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Potts Camp, MS.
What parks are near Potts Camp, MS?
What parks are near Potts Camp, MS?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Potts Camp, MS that allow camping, notably Enid Lake and Arkabutla Lake.
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