Timberlake Campground provides a convenient base for glamping near Morton, Mississippi, with waterfront sites on Ross Barnett Reservoir. Located about 35 miles northwest of Morton, this established campground offers campers easy access to groceries and restaurants while maintaining a natural setting. The campground has both wooded and open sites that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins throughout the year.
What to do
Disc golf course: Turkey Creek Water Park features both water activities and land-based recreation including mountain biking, hiking, and disc golf. One visitor noted, "This is one of the best campgrounds around hands down plenty of space not crowded and the people that work there are super friendly and helpful."
Wildlife watching: LeFleur's Bluff State Park Campground offers nature trails where campers regularly spot local wildlife. A camper reported, "We sat outside even in the 98+ heat to see the activity on the lake. This campground is right off of the interstate but feels like you are in the country." Another visitor mentioned, "We just stayed overnight but it was very nice. Easily accessible from highway but felt like we were not in the middle of the city. Went for a nice walk this morning and saw a gator."
Water activities: Turkey Creek Water Park provides options for fishing, water skiing, and swimming. A reviewer explained, "Enjoy fishing and especially water skiing with your own boat or a boat rented on site. There is mountain biking and hiking (all easy trails), a sandy beach, and just a nice relaxing atmosphere."
What campers like
Convenient location: Timberlake Campground sits right on the reservoir with easy access to urban amenities. A camper mentioned, "We have camped the last 2 years for the local half Ironman race (Deep South Triathlon) and it's more than just convenient, it's perfect for what we want. This campground is right on the reservoir, but immediately near any restaurant, grocery, event space you want."
Clean facilities: Most glamping options near Morton maintain well-kept bath houses and common areas. A visitor to Timberlake shared, "I was very impressed with the amenities such as the laundry room, pool and bath house. The bath house was very clean and has private showers."
Seasonal activities: Yogi on the Lake offers organized events throughout the year. One camper noted, "Fun campground for the kiddos. Loved all of the activities and amenities available. Activity center was awesome especially for rainy days. Very good monthly rate. Kiddos were obsessed with jumping pillow."
What you should know
Varying site quality: Some campgrounds have inconsistent site conditions. At Timberlake Campground, one visitor warned, "This campground looked wonderful on the surface. Parts of it is very well cared for & maintained, but a large area needs serious attention. Our site was in that area. The concrete pads were badly broken & uneven, garbage littered the whole area."
Bathroom conditions: Facilities can vary widely between campgrounds and even within the same park. At LeFleur's Bluff, a camper reported, "Bathouse needs some attention. Only one of 3 stalls works in womens side. There are 2 shower stalls. One small and the larger handicap access one has stained floor."
Site leveling: At Big Creek Water Park, sites are spacious but may need adjustment. A visitor explained, "Sites are roomy. All the things you need-electricity water fire ring and concrete picnic table. Bath house with flush toilets. Could use an update but not bad. Just a beautiful setting."
Tips for camping with families
Water park activities: The heated water facilities at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park provide year-round swimming. One visitor shared, "Very clean! The slides were awesome and the tent camping were good. Would def like to go back once it cools down."
Museum proximity: LeFleur's Bluff connects directly to educational attractions. A camper noted, "The trails are lovely, easy walks through cypress swamps and dry forest. One way the trail leads to a dam with old structures and great fishing opportunities, the other fork leads you to the museum of natural science!"
Activity centers: Movietown RV Park provides options for families needing basic accommodations with amenities. A visitor described, "For 30$ a night u get a level gravel drive thru spot electric, sewer, water, and wifi, laundry facilities and bath house very very clean. Very quiet all thru the day and night."
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: RV sites at Movietown RV Park accommodate overnight stays with convenient check-in. A camper noted, "We got in late so we registered at the closed office door by putting our $27 payment in an envelope in the door slot. How convenient! Close to Hwy 55, clean and quiet."
Hookup options: Most glamping establishments near Morton offer full hookups. At Timberlake, a visitor mentioned, "The sites are clean, level and I believe they all have hookups up to 50amp. You can just roll in, find a spot and let the office know you're there, or better yet, reserve a spot and make sure there is room for you."
Pull-through availability: Many campgrounds feature pull-through sites of varying quality. One camper at Yogi on the Lake observed, "Our site was a very tight pull thru site. We definitely wouldn't of been able to pull out if the park was full. The site was very sloped so getting in the camper was difficult because the steps were so high off the ground."
