Located in northeastern Mississippi, Tishomingo State Park Campground hosts glamping yurts nestled among dramatic sandstone outcroppings and hardwood forests. Wall Doxey State Park and Chewalla Lake Recreation Area also offer unique glamping accommodations surrounded by mature woodlands, with spacious canvas tents featuring comfortable beds, electricity, and private outdoor seating areas. Most glamping sites provide climate control options for year-round comfort, while some include kitchenettes and dining areas. Upgraded units feature private bathrooms with hot showers, while others offer proximity to well-maintained bathhouses. One visitor noted, "It is a beautiful CCC camp built in the 1930s with primitive sites, hookups, cabins and wall tents. There are lots of activities to do as well."
Glamping guests at Tishomingo enjoy scenic hiking trails with unique rock formations, a picturesque swinging bridge constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and disc golf courses set among the trees. Water activities abound with fishing, swimming, and boating opportunities on the adjacent lakes. Wall Doxey State Park provides glampers with lakeside views and easy access to water recreation, while maintaining proximity to New Albany's dining and shopping. According to a camper, "The sites that back up to the woods instead of the pond are flatter for those who find that more important." Winter visitors particularly appreciate the heated accommodations, while summer guests can enjoy swimming beaches and water activities. Most properties maintain easy reservation systems, with sites bookable up to six months in advance.
$32 / night
"and exited near Tupelo to continue into Trace State Park for a camping event I was attending over the weekend."
"Trace State Park near Tupelo, MS. Once you get into Tupelo the signage directing you to the park is easy to find and follow."
"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."
"Beautiful lake and not crowded. Night time was quiet. Really enjoyed the views and relaxing environment."
"The bathrooms were clean and stocked."
"Quiet wooded area with water and electricity. There are bath houses that have washer and dryer’s available so bring your quarters and laundry soap."
$7 - $40 / night
"The lake was gorgeous with a winding, unpaved bike trail that was really fun on mountain bikes! We didn’t try, but I bet fishing would be great here."
"No shower or bathroom facilities. Water has plenty of pressure, and runs clear after a few seconds. Surprisingly nice weather and no mosquitoes or gnats. Free firewood, and portajons on-site"
$20 - $40 / night
"Davis Lake Recreation Area is situated just 4 miles from the Natchez Trace Parkway."
"As luck would have it, we spotted this place on our Natchez Trace Parkway map and decided we had enough driving for the day. Beautiful setting among the trees and right next to the lake."
$26 / night
"It has primitive site, hookups, cabins and wall tents. There are lots of activities to do as well. It was sad to see some of the buildings in disrepair and I wish the bathrooms could get an upgrade."
"They have big porches, a kitchen, bathroom, and two beds which was perfect for two couples to visit. They are quite old, but it adds to the charm of the cabins. "
$34 - $36 / night
"It was a delight to be able to put in my kayaks right at my campsite and not have to drive to a boat ramp. Each campsite has a ton of trees, which was great for our 7 hammocks."
"Campground staff and other campers are friendly. Park attendant Bobby Owen chatted with us each morning on our walks as he made his rounds. He answered questions and made suggestions."
"Water pressure was good at around 45 psi. We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance."
"Would've been 5 stars if they had a fire pits. Great overnight stop."
"We got cabins for the family, they were very nice (bring your own sheets, towels, and food, they had basic cookware and dining ware but ours is in the camp bin so we used what we brought and were used"
"Emerald green lake, plenty of room between campsites. CANNOT wait to go back!!"
"We’ve stayed here three times and always in the same area away from the lake. Very quiet, friendly neighbors and pretty well maintained."
GuideOlder state park that could use some TLC, but it was peaceful and quiet. The bathrooms were clean and stocked. We were only able to spend a little time at the lake as we were in the area for a family gathering, in New Albany, so spent the bulk of our weekend away from the park. Friendly front gate staff. We would definitely stay here again.
LegendI’m so glad I’ve finally checked this campsite off the list! It is a beautiful CCC camp that was built in the 1930s. It has primitive site, hookups, cabins and wall tents. There are lots of activities to do as well. It was sad to see some of the buildings in disrepair and I wish the bathrooms could get an upgrade. Be sure to check out the swinging bridge! There’s also disk golf!
LegendDavis Lake Recreation Area is situated just 4 miles from the Natchez Trace Parkway. The campground is adjacent to the Eastern shore of the 200 acre Davis Lake. 14 sites are right on the lake front offering spectacular sun rises and evening sun sets, The lake is known to anglers, and wildlife and birds are a given…we had a Great Blue Heron"friend" during our entire stay. The sites were level, paved, and all had nice spacing, picnic tables, fire pits and well cared for electric service (50 amp) and water. Bathhouses were clean and laundry was available. Dump Station. Plenty of historic places to visit in the area and groceries are available in Houlka just 4 miles away. We visited in late September with only 6 sites in use…felt like we had the place to ourselves…and being located in the Tombigbee National Forest there was no light pollution making the night sky a spectacular sight to see.
RangerAs luck would have it, we spotted this place on our Natchez Trace Parkway map and decided we had enough driving for the day. Beautiful setting among the trees and right next to the lake. Level, fire pits, charcoal grills, picnic tables, water and electric all for 20.00 a night and we didn’t qualify for any discount. Already decided we’re staying another night!
LegendThis review is based on a short stay campground (CG). We followed our GPS right to this CG off US-45 just south of Corinth. We were instructed by the very nice owner, Jim, to call when we were 30 minutes out so he could meet us. Jim was right there when we pulled in and we had the choice of two pull throughs or a back-in. We chose back-in site E with FHUs for our two night’s stay. The back-in was easy and the site was fairly level as we had no problems auto-leveling. Water pressure was good at around 45 psi. We had no problems with utilities that were towards the back of the pad as we could back in a good distance. There were no playground, picnic tables nor fire pits. The CG has full timers and seasonal campers, who were very nice. They have a nice bathroom with a shower plus a small laundry with one washer and dryer. The washing is free and drying costs$1. We got two bars on Verizon and a clear shot north for Starlink. This CG is listed under Passport America but looking at reviews on multiple sites, Jim charges everyone the same price around$30. There’s no dog area, but plenty of room to walk your pups. US-45 is near so you get highway noise. After several attempts, we never got connected to the CG’s wifi. Corinth has all your major amenities such as Walmart, Lowes, etc. Borroum's Drug Store and Soda Fountain is a throwback in time and a great place to get lunch. Get there early though, as they fill up fast.We enjoyed our stay in this no frills, laid back, and friendly CG. We would definitely stay here again.
GuideFirst, it was impossible to find it. Took about two hours. My gps had me get off highway at wrong exit and then I didn’t know which intersection of 7 and 4 the campground was at. There are two. The area is really pretty, but I didn’t stay the night and just gave up my reservation. There was a sign out front saying that payment was required in the folder at the front but I payed online. That already confused me. No gate, no person at the front. Didn’t seem like the safest area to me either. I was driving trying to find my campsite and then I started itching. A mosquito had gotten in in that 30 seconds I had the window down. Campsite was basically dirt with gullies on the side so it was hard to back out. Trash all near table and fire pit. Swarms of bugs were already attacking my car before I could even stop. I didn’t even walk in the bathrooms to see what they were like. Might be good for day use because the trails looked nice from the road.
GuideWe've visited Tishomingo State Park twice in the last few months. The first was in February when we stayed at the cabins. They have big porches, a kitchen, bathroom, and two beds which was perfect for two couples to visit. They are quite old, but it adds to the charm of the cabins. We had a fire in the fire pit at night, played disc golf, hiked, and walked down to the river to sit a bit. Such a nice weekend!
Easter weekend we took our camper to Tishomingo State Park. It was a lovely time despite the rain on Friday night! We spent one afternoon playing disc golf and hiking. The hiking trails are lovely! Our dog enjoyed it too. On Easter weekend, there is a huge Easter egg hunt for children which drew a lot of people.
LegendIt’s really hard for me to give 1 star for anything, but this place is a dump. This is the 3rd MS State Park (North MS) we have been to and it is clear that MS does not take care of its state parks. Only half of the park is open, the grass was overgrown, trash/garbage is littered every where (especially near the open dumpsters that are randomly placed throughout camp), the ranger only came around to collect fees and then disappeared. The bathroom does not have AC or a fan, so it was a total sweat box. The toilet paper was not replenished, there is no hand soap, there was broken glass on the ground in one of the stalls. The shower portion wasn’t that bad, but again, no AC. The water hook ups are at least 100 foot away from most camp sites, so bring lots of extra hose if you do end up staying here. The site #’s are not clearly marked and they do not post if a site is reserved. No designated fire pits, so people have been just burning where ever they want. The fee is $22 a night, but they will charge you another $16 if you put up a tent. Overall, I paid $39 to stay in the worst campground we have ever gone to. Get it together Mississippi!
TravelerCamped 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. I did not use bathroom facilities. No one available at check-in however I had reserved and paid ahead. Staff drove around regularly. Felt safe here as a solo female tent camper with a dog. Would visit again
Camping near New Albany, Mississippi offers a mix of remote forest sites and waterfront recreation areas situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, where elevations range from 300 to 600 feet. This north Mississippi region experiences mild winters with occasional freezes and humid summers, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons. Most campgrounds require at least a 15-minute drive from town, with varying levels of mobile phone reception depending on location.
Disc golf courses: Three courses await at Tishomingo State Park Campground, ranging from beginner to advanced levels through wooded terrain. "Love this little place. Great for families with many hiking trails and 3 disc golf courses," notes K.S., who visited in October 2020.
Kayaking opportunities: Multiple water access points are available at Davis Lake Campground, including fishing piers and a boat launch. A camper reports, "The sites were level, paved, and all had nice spacing, picnic tables, fire pits and well cared for electric service (50 amp) and water. We had a Great Blue Heron 'friend' during our entire stay."
Walking trails: Explore easy footpaths around Chewalla Lake Recreation Area where multiple paved and unpaved trails connect camping areas to water features. "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," explains Josh G.
Affordable pricing: Many sites offer significant discounts for seniors and America the Beautiful pass holders. At Piney Grove, one visitor noted, "Reasonable cost and if you have an America the Beautiful card site is 50% off."
Waterfront access: Sites along Puskus Lake provide direct water access with minimal crowds. One camper at Puskus Recreation Area shared, "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."
Winter camping options: Several sites remain open year-round with heated facilities. At Cross City RV Park, a winter visitor found, "This is a small 15-spot campground but they have pull-through sites for some large RVs. Full hookups on all sites. Small shower house. $22 a night for us."
Reservation requirements: Most sites require advance booking during peak seasons (March-November), though some operate on first-come systems. At Wall Doxey State Park Campground, a camper advised, "Make sure you get there by 3ish to check that your site can accommodate a tent and stakes."
Shower facilities: Bathhouse quality varies significantly between campgrounds, with some offering heated showers and others providing basic facilities. According to a camper at Wall Doxey, "Bathrooms are old, but clean. I'm leery of old bathrooms, but I can make this one work."
Cell coverage limitations: Many forest sites have minimal mobile reception. A Piney Grove visitor reported, "Very little Verizon Signal if any at times. Really out of the way about 30 minutes from NTP and about 40 minutes from Tupelo."
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