Davis Lake Campground sits in northeastern Mississippi, approximately 4 miles from the Natchez Trace Parkway. The 200-acre lake provides opportunities for fishing, boating and swimming. Many sites are located directly on the waterfront, offering immediate access to the lake. Most sites have electric and water hookups with fire pits.
What to do
Kayaking and paddle sports: Davis Lake features calm waters ideal for paddling. "We decided last minute to make the trip this weekend. Loved that almost all spot were right at the water edge. Literally. All types of birds to watch. Squirrels too," notes Bruce F. about Davis Lake Campground.
Fishing: Multiple fishing areas provide access to bass and other species. "We took our 23 foot forest river TT on its maiden voyage here in mid June. There is a swimming beach, a pier, and plenty of place to tie up a boat," says Nate S. about Davis Lake Campground.
Hiking trails: The area connects to various trail systems. "The hiking trail is very short though," mentions a reviewer at Davis Lake, suggesting visitors might want to explore additional hiking options in the surrounding Tombigbee National Forest.
Bird watching: The region hosts diverse bird species. "Beautiful location among the trees and right next to the lake. We planned on only staying 1 night but we like it so much we will make it two nights," shares Brandi W. about Piney Grove.
What campers like
Waterfront access: Many sites provide direct lake views. "Our site backed up to the lake and was beautiful! Lots of activities and has a marina. Fishing was great," reports maureen L. about Trace State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms receive positive mentions. "Bathrooms were A+++ clean! Loved that almost all spot were right at the water edge," notes Bruce F. about Davis Lake.
Wildlife viewing: Many campers enjoy animal sightings. "Our stay at site 82 from 3/12/21-3/14/21 is filled with the sounds of people working and playing. During the week, we enjoy watching pilots from the Columbus Air Force Base honing their skills. The barges, more frequent during the day, have the occasional after dark run," writes Cyndi H. about Town Creek Campground.
Quiet atmosphere: Low-key camping experience attracts many visitors. "Secluded beauty close to town. Some sites are over grown and not maintained. Wonderful sunset, most sites are around 100-50 feet from the water," describes Alex B. about Puskus Lake.
What you should know
Reservation options: Some campgrounds require advance planning. "Some of the sites are reservable and others are first come. I don't think there is a bad site there. The shower and bathroom areas were clean. I suspect it fills up in season, so best to make reservations," advises Art W. about Davis Lake.
Campsite layouts: Sites vary in size and accessibility. "The sites away from the water looked to be uneven and on a slope so beware if you take an RV," warns Nate S. about Davis Lake Campground.
Seasonal limitations: Not all campgrounds operate year-round. "Piney Grove Campground was full of beautiful waterfront campsites. 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," shares Katie S. about Piney Grove Campground, which operates March through November.
Weather conditions: Temperatures vary seasonally from hot, humid summers to mild winters. "Brisk mornings (40's) and comfortable days (50's-60's). We share the campground with less than a dozen other campers," notes Cyndi H. about early spring conditions at Piney Grove.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some campgrounds offer child-friendly recreation areas. "This campground is very pretty and peaceful. They have a nice playground for the younger kids and disc golf for the older kids. And the lake is great for fishing and kayaking," recommends Linda O. about Lake Lowndes State Park Campground.
Swimming areas: Several locations feature designated swimming beaches. "Lake Lowndes is simply a place that every camper (primitive or RV) has to visit. Other things to do include an amazing frisbee golf course, tennis courts, softball fields, children's playground, hiking, biking, and a huge admin building with many indoor games like pool and ping pong," adds Richard W.
Glamping close to Okolona, Mississippi: For families seeking more comfort, several sites offer cabin accommodations. "The customer service was absolutely outstanding! 4 stars only because of lack of amenities for kids, however, they do have games to rent from office," mentions Chuck S. about Starkville KOA, which provides cabin rentals and glamping options near Okolona.
Local attractions: Plan day trips to nearby points of interest. "This KOA is a decent place. Bathrooms and showers were exceptionally clean. Grounds were clean. Very quiet place," adds Xander H. about Starkville KOA, which serves as a good base for exploring regional attractions.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose level, accessible sites for larger rigs. "We stayed in site 4 on the lake. Beautiful view! Grounds could use some updating but we really enjoyed our stay here," notes Scott B. about Trace State Park Campground.
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. "Trace state park is very nice and relaxing. The roads in the park are terrible! That's the one downside to the park," cautions Amanda F.
Hookup availability: Check for needed utilities before booking. "The pad lengths on the reservations website seemed to be accurate. In our opinion, the only pull through that would fit a 40' 5th wheel was site 73. The rest of the pull throughs were the half moon shaped type with too sharp of internal turn and/or trees to deal with," advises MickandKarla W. about staying at Piney Grove.
Cellular coverage: Service varies significantly between locations. "Cell service was spotty with both Verizon and AT&T having two bars. We could text but not receive phone calls and often the internet wouldn't connect or was too slow to be useful," reports MickandKarla W.
