Cabin camping near Picayune, Mississippi provides visitors access to the region's pine forests and waterways, with the area sitting at approximately 50 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically reach 90-95°F with high humidity, while winter nights can drop to the 30s. Most cabin facilities remain open year-round with peak season running April through October when fishing conditions are optimal.
What to do
Water recreation at nearby lakes: Little Black Creek Campground offers fishing and swimming opportunities in its lake. "We saw plenty of wildlife such as turkey, deer, rabbits, turtles, alligators and birds" according to a visitor at Bogue Chitto State Park Campground.
Splash pad access: Several parks provide water play areas for children during hot months. At Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground, "There is a splash pad, lake swimming, and several picnic areas near the visitor center that would be awesome for kids and families when the weather is warmer."
Disc golf courses: Multiple parks feature disc golf courses within walking distance of cabin accommodations. One visitor noted, "Located on a massive lake and two 18 hole disc golf courses" at Paul B. Johnson State Park.
Nature trails: Most parks feature short hiking trails suitable for all skill levels. A camper at Fontainebleau State Park mentioned, "We enjoyed riding our bikes around the campground and the trails in the park. We also, took the trace to town and rode along the lake."
What campers like
Privacy levels: Cabin placement varies significantly between parks, with some offering more seclusion than others. At Abita Springs RV Resort, "Cabins are more private along the pond" according to one visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins position guests for optimal wildlife observation. One camper at Bogue Chitto State Park advised, "Literally, don't feed the gators. There were signs everywhere. Apparently many people don't heed the signs. When my hubby rustled a bag, several alligators swam right up to our site!"
Proximity to attractions: Some cabins provide convenient access to local points of interest. A visitor at Buccaneer State Park Campground noted, "The ocean is right across the highway from the entry to this campground. It is much larger than it looks."
Clean facilities: Many visitors highlight bathroom cleanliness as a priority. "The bathhouse facilities at the campground were well maintained and cleaned" reported one camper at Fontainebleau State Park.
What you should know
Seasonal variations: Cabin availability fluctuates throughout the year with significant weather considerations. A visitor at Clearwater RV Park shared, "Me and my husband wanted a nice little getaway from the house so we decided to try out Clear water. It's a very nice and relaxing rv park. I told my hubby it's a retirement home but for campers."
Reservation timing: Many parks fill quickly during peak seasons. "We stayed here for a couple of nights and wished we could have stayed longer because there is so much to do. The weekend we were there in November was jammed packed but it seems to clear out during the week when kids go back to school," noted a camper at Paul B. Johnson State Park.
Supply planning: Most cabins require specific items not provided on-site. A visitor observed that Buccaneer State Park has "a water park with a wave pool which is fitting since its Waveland, MS. The bathrooms and showers are extremely nice and it also has a place to do laundry."
Internet connectivity: Cell service and WiFi availability vary significantly between locations. One visitor at Fontainebleau State Park reported, "The Verizon service was good and there is free WiFi."
Tips for camping with families
Water activity planning: Multiple parks feature swimming areas appropriate for different age groups. At Land-O-Pines Family Campground, "There is a lot of fun things to do for the whole family, from swimming, water slide to playing bingo and a lot more."
Seasonal events: Some parks offer special weekend activities during holidays. A visitor noted, "We went for Halloween weekend and there were alot of activities and trick or treating for the kids" at Land-O-Pines Family Campground.
Road conditions: Interior park roads vary in quality and may impact family mobility. At Buccaneer State Park, "The roads in the campground are narrow, two-lane roads but are not conducive to two RVs passing one another. We had to get off of the road for others to pass."
Wildlife safety: Families should understand potential wildlife encounters. A camper at Fontainebleau State Park warned, "A family of raccoons must have been fed by someone, though, as they had NO fear nor qualms of coming right up to our table end one evening!"
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Different parks offer varying levels of site privacy and amenities. At Clearwater RV Park, "We had our two daughters with us which they loved going on a walk around the park and looking at the ducks. Just about everyone is friendly there."
Supply proximity: Access to stores near cabin locations varies significantly. A visitor noted, "There is also a family dollar/dollar tree and a dollar general down the road which was about less then 4-5 mins away which was great and very convenient" at Clearwater RV Park.
Accessibility challenges: Some facilities present mobility barriers for travelers with disabilities. At Abita Springs RV Resort, a visitor reported, "I could only give them 4 of 5 stars because of challenges using my electric mobility wheelchair. They have handicap parking in the clubhouse. They could have a better threshold to enter and exit the building."
Site leveling: Terrain varies considerably between parks and specific sites. One visitor at Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground mentioned, "Our site was level but not all in the park are. All the utilities worked well and we were able to get tv over our antenna and our Verizon phone and internet worked great."
