Camping opportunities near Kiln, Mississippi provide access to Mississippi's subtropical climate zone with annual rainfall averaging 62 inches. The area sits at a low elevation of around 30 feet above sea level with soil that drains poorly after rain. Primitive camping options around Kiln offer alternatives to glamping, with several parks providing sites for those seeking basic accommodations near waterways.
What to do
Water activities at McLeod Park: This family-friendly destination offers boat launch access on the Jourdan River with opportunities for kayaking and fishing. "We enjoyed our mid October stay. Great playground and splash pad for the children. We walked the nature trail and enjoyed the river views from our campsite," notes a visitor at McLeod Park Campground.
Nature trail exploration: McLeod Park features a walking trail system with river views. According to a recent camper, "Nearly every site has a level concrete pad and many have full hookups. Lots of trees. There is a nice nature trail and playground."
Beach day trips: Campsites around Kiln serve as convenient bases for exploring Gulf beaches. A reviewer at Flint Creek Waterpark mentioned, "The beaches are nice for campers," while another pointed out these parks provide "easy access to the Gulf beaches."
Casino entertainment: For adult entertainment, Boomtown Casino RV Park offers convenient access to gambling. As one camper noted, "Location is in walking distance to the Boomtown Casino."
What campers like
Spacious waterfront sites: Many campgrounds feature riverside locations with scenic views. At Flint Creek Waterpark, a camper shared, "Site 141 was in a very wooded area at the far end of all three RV areas... Had a beautiful view of the water where you could fish. This spot was so quiet and peaceful, no road noise was heard the entire 3 days."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities are important to campers. A McLeod Park visitor stated, "The park is clean and very family friendly."
Kid-friendly amenities: Families appreciate parks with dedicated children's areas. A Flint Creek visitor mentioned, "Swimming, boating, hiking, fishing, and small playground available. The water park is not anything 'great', but it's something for little kids ($12) per person."
Wildlife viewing: Natural settings around Kiln provide opportunities to spot local fauna. One camper at Wolf River Resort wrote, "We spotted a raccoon in the tree at our site."
What you should know
Weather considerations: The subtropical climate means high humidity, especially in summer. A McLeod Park camper warned, "The roaches THE ROACHES WERE HORRIBLE. Especially at night as soon as you'd open up the door they were flying EVERYWHERE, we camped in August."
Noise levels: Weekend activity can change the camping experience. A McLeod Park review noted, "We didn't really like the drinking and people riding on their boats blaring obnoxious music, but that's just our personal preference and only happened during the weekend."
Reservation difficulties: Some parks have challenging booking systems. A camper mentioned, "McLeod park is a great place to camp. Specially when you could call in to make reservations. Now that they do online cannot get available spots. No update if spot comes available. Great camping spot but to get in almost impossible now."
Site conditions: Terrain can vary significantly between campgrounds. At All You Need Institute - Yurt & Micro Cabin, a visitor reported, "The spot is really nicely arbored, but big spiders all over the place, and ants nests everywhere as well, as soon as I got my food out they were all over."
Tips for camping with families
Splash pad access: Several parks offer water features specifically for children. A Flint Creek camper shared, "Great spot of swimming and biking. Private spots and great shade."
Playground availability: Look for campgrounds with play areas to keep kids entertained. One McLeod visitor said, "We spent most of our time at the playground! It's really not that bad of a park."
Halloween camping: Fall camping offers special activities for families. A Flint Creek camper noted, "We stayed here during Halloween and it was pretty crowded. We prefer more secluded camping sites, and this campground provides plenty of space despite being so packed. There were several RV campgrounds that had decorations and trick-or-treating."
Wildlife awareness: Prepare children for wildlife encounters. A camper mentioned, "We did encounter coyote, deer, and lots of talkative geese, so be prepared for some wildlife interaction."
Tips from RVers
Level sites: Check reviews for information about site leveling. A reviewer at Keesler AFB FamCamp noted, "It's clean, lots of space between each concrete slab, and the host is very friendly."
Hookup placement: Water and sewer connections may have positioning issues. A Flint Creek camper stated, "The only issue I had with the spots were they were all uneven, but somehow I was able to level my 37' travel trailer on the first try without any leveling aids."
Cell service information: Connectivity varies between parks. A McLeod Park visitor shared, "Cell service: Verizon service with 2 bars and AT&T one bar sometimes none. We were able to stream the LSU Tigers beat Arkansas on our Verizon hot spot."
Space between sites: RV parks differ in how densely they pack campsites. One McLeod Park visitor cautioned, "Beautiful campground, boat launch and water access are nice, but the most crowded park we have been to! You're VERY close to your neighbors and there is little room for parking."
