Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Meridian, MS

Searching for the best camping near Meridian, MS? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Meridian is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Meridian, MS. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Meridian, Mississippi (22)

    1. Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA

    15 Reviews
    Meridian, MS
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-4202

    $36 - $63 / night

    "It is very easy to drive your rig in this park. I have read some reviews where people talk about the drive into the part as being horrible. When you leave I 20, you drive down a county road."

    "There was access to a small general store, showers and laundry facility. There is a nice quiet area to hang hammocks and chill out. We cooked hot dogs and marshmallows in the campfire ring one night."

    2. Bonita Lakes RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Meridian, MS
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 483-4330

    "Full hookups, swimming pool, bath house, dog park, fishing lake, and oh yes! There is a train caboose on site. No real shade, but no matter. LEVEL CONCRETE PAD!"

    "There’s a swimming pool, dog park, and bath house. Not to mention the level concrete pads!

    Kids would love the fact that there’s a train caboose on site."

    3. Twiltley Branch

    7 Reviews
    Meridian, MS
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 626-8068

    $14 - $60 / night

    "We were going to stay in the nearby town of Meridian but when we found this park is was a no-brainer. It was only three miles off HWY 19 but provided such an awesome place to camp."

    "The best thing about this site was the access to the lake and the little beach where you can wade and swim! This campsite is prone to flooding so it’s not always available."

    4. Clarkco State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Quitman, MS
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 776-6651

    $15 - $28 / night

    "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."

    "State park near Alabama/Mississippi border. Nice park. Chose to do primitive camping for $15 plus tax, but they offer other options too."

    5. COE Okatibbee Lake Twiltley Branch Campground

    5 Reviews
    Meridian, MS
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 626-8068

    "The park felt very secluded, but Walmart was just a short drive away when we needed to pick up a few things we had forgotten."

    "No clear shot of Starlink (other loop closed, but sites on lake there would work). T-Mobile 5G & Verizon 4G fine in sites 4 thru 10. Not do good around #24

    Facilities great."

    6. Gin Creek

    4 Reviews
    Meridian, MS
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 626-8431

    "PET FRIENDLY. my girls and i enjoyed our time walking around. Only thing to becareful of was the ants and ticks. Price was $10 a night with seniors 1/2 off"

    "We inflated the SUP and caused around a little. Well worth the 6$ Stayed for 2 nights. Lots of swimming fishing and paddle boarding."

    7. Benchmark RV Park

    1 Review
    Meridian, MS
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 483-7999

    8. Lake Tom Bailey

    1 Review
    Meridian, MS
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 632-4679

    $15 - $22 / night

    9. Dunns Falls Water Park

    3 Reviews
    Enterprise, MS
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (601) 655-8550

    $15 / night

    "Camping area is about five tables and grills scattered on edge of property. No real sites (no tent pads, no fire rings)."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Meridian, MS

118 Reviews of 22 Meridian Campgrounds


  • Lisa M.
    May. 27, 2024

    Bonita Lakes RV Park

    Good place to stay

    We were looking for a place to overnight. We found this place on the dirt. Full hookups, swimming pool, bath house, dog park, fishing lake, and oh yes! There is a train caboose on site. No real shade, but no matter. LEVEL CONCRETE PAD!

  • Lisa M.
    May. 27, 2024

    Bonita Lakes RV Park

    Nice, clean place to stay

    No shade in this side of the park, but no worries. We needed a place to stay for the night and they had an opening with full hook ups. There’s a swimming pool, dog park, and bath house. Not to mention the level concrete pads!

    Kids would love the fact that there’s a train caboose on site. Convenient, super easy to find a spot, and the lady in the office is super sweet.

  • Caroline S.
    Apr. 18, 2024

    Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA

    The Best Campground Staff Ever!!!!

    It is very easy to drive your rig in this park. I have read some reviews where people talk about the drive into the part as being horrible. When you leave I 20, you drive down a county road. It is the typical width of a county road. So just slow down and it is no problem. We drive a 44’ fifth wheel with a dually truck. Some sites have concrete(not in the best shape) and some have gravel pads. There are many trees but the park keeps them trim away from the roads. It was great to have shade. There is full hookup pull thru sites along with some back in sites. There are plenty of areas to walk your dogs along with a nice enclosed dog park. There are many activities for children– a large sandbox, pool, a water slide, playground, tether ball and a game room. This park is about 2 miles off I 20. It is very quiet. There are a few long timers but primary people stopping for one night Each night it is full and then empty by noon the next day. We were there for several months and paid$525 for the month. This included electricity. When we originally arrived, our plan was to stay one month to visit family. But due to some health issues with ourselves and our family, we ended up staying for over 6 months. The best part of this park is the staff. Each staff is friendly, welcoming and will do anything possible to make our staff so wonderful. The staff take meticulous care of the park including picking up daily all the cigarette butts that people think they can just leave on the ground. Due to their service, they get a lot of repeat customer visits.

  • Michelle W.
    May. 29, 2019

    Gin Creek

    Nice quiet week here.

    6 sites. Shady all day.. no water, elec, and 1 pit toliet. PET FRIENDLY. my girls and i enjoyed our time walking around. Only thing to becareful of was the ants and ticks. Price was $10 a night with seniors 1/2 off

  • Kerri T.
    Sep. 2, 2018

    Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA

    cabin fever

    The people running this Koa were very friendly. The cabins are comfortable with an a/c unit. The kids love the elaborate slide built into the hill and the snack bar at the pool. This place is nothing fancy -but simple and just what we needed. There was access to a small general store, showers and laundry facility. There is a nice quiet area to hang hammocks and chill out. We cooked hot dogs and marshmallows in the campfire ring one night. Each cabin has a swing in front. There are several good restaurants nearby in Meridian. Great, restful weekend trip.

  • M
    May. 8, 2023

    Neshoba County Lake

    Questionable

    Can anyone tell me about the primitive camping? My husband and children are planning a camping trip for this weekend over Mother’s Day, we are new to the neshoba county area. I see that fishing has great reviews, but what other amenities are there? Are pets allowed (on leash of course), kids friendly?

  • Debra B.
    May. 25, 2018

    Neshoba County Lake

    Peaceful Escape

    Very nice sites and bath house. Grounds are kept in immaculent condition. Sites have electric, water and sewer. No cable TV but if you have HDTV antenna, you will get several Meridian stations. Reasonably priced. We are fortunate to have this quality campground nearby.

  • K
    Sep. 30, 2022

    Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA

    Stuck but not stuck

    We pulled into this place the end of August expecting to stay just two nights. Found out trailer tongue was bent and getting it repaired took over three weeks. This park has great owners, kind and understanding. The staff are all great and treat guests very well. They were very accommodating with our situation. The park is clean and well managed, mostly surrounded by large trees that offer great shade with long pull through sites/full hookups available but also a spacious backins. Restrooms and showers are great! Recently updated, always clean, with excellent water pressure. Pool is huge for a KOA and has a long water slide open seasonally. Laundry room is sufficient and as expected. This park has a few long term campers that make great neighbors. The park store offers both necessities and some cute finds. Close enough to see all Meridian has to offer. Okatibbee Lake was one out favorites on the hot days with a swimming beach. I highly recommend whether for a overnight stop or a longer stay.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 9, 2020

    Twiltley Branch

    Very nice, peaceful park

    This is one of those awesome Corps of Engineer Parks that are scattered across the country. We settled in here for a couple of nights and really wished we had more time. Our site was a nice back-in with a great water view. Since we were there in the fall, the park was not even a quarter full so it was very quiet and peaceful. We were going to stay in the nearby town of Meridian but when we found this park is was a no-brainer. It was only three miles off HWY 19 but provided such an awesome place to camp. Campsites have crushed gravel pads and patios (some of which are double in size) and most have a nice amount of shade from the trees. Our site was very large with plenty of room. There are a few pull-thrus but they have a really weird curvature and trees that would make it hard for some large RVs to navigate. The roads in the campground are narrow but most are one-way so that doesn’t really matter and easy enough for us to navigable with our 45’ RV and tow car. All sites are level and have 20/30/50 amp electric that worked well and have a fire pit with bbq grate, separate bbq, lantern crook, and picnic table. Within the campground are pit toilets but about a half mile away at the entrance are showers and a laundry facility. At the end of each campsite are garbage cans so you don’t have to go far to dump your trash. Most all sites have great water views and access in case you want to launch a kayak or canoe.  We decided to pull forward into our site so the view of the lake was directly out our front windshield.  It was perfect!  Our Verizon wifi worked well and got a dozen over the air television channels. There are a couple of small covered picnic shelters with large grills, fire pits, and picnic tables if you want to have a gathering. 

    A short drive away is Collinsville Park with has a boat launch providing access to Okatibbee Lake. Many people in the campground would launch their boats there and then tie them up on the bank of the campground. There is a small fishing dock in the campground and plenty of bank fishing. The closest town is Collinsville where there is a grocery and some restaurants and you are 25-30 minutes from the larger town of Meridian.


Guide to Meridian

If you're looking for pet-friendly camping options near Meridian, Mississippi, there are several great spots where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Tips for camping with dogs near Meridian

  • At Clarkco State Park Campground, pets are welcome, and the park features spacious sites with plenty of room for your dog to roam.
  • Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA offers a large enclosed dog park, making it easy for your pet to play and socialize with other dogs.
  • When visiting Twiltley Branch, be sure to keep your dog on a leash while enjoying the scenic views of the lake.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Meridian

  • Enjoy swimming with your dog at the designated areas in Clarkco State Park Campground, where both of you can cool off on hot days.
  • Take a leisurely hike around the trails at Twiltley Branch, where you can spot local wildlife while your dog explores the natural surroundings.
  • Spend quality time fishing at Gin Creek, where your dog can enjoy the water while you cast a line.

Pet owners appreciate the amenities

  • Bonita Lakes RV Park features full hookups and a dog park, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your pet.
  • At Dunns Falls Water Park, pets are allowed, and the park's historical structures and waterfall provide a unique backdrop for your camping experience.
  • Archusa Creek Waterpark is pet-friendly and offers a peaceful environment, perfect for relaxing with your dog after a day of adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Meridian, MS?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Meridian, MS is Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA with a 4.6-star rating from 15 reviews.

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