Cabins near Richton, Mississippi offer water-centric lodging at the edge of Mississippi's pine-dominated landscape. The region sits in the Piney Woods ecoregion, with a warm subtropical climate that averages over 60 inches of rainfall annually. Camping facilities in the area tend to be busier during holiday weekends and summer months, with several parks offering year-round accessibility.
What to do
Disc golf courses: Little Black Creek Campground features two championship-level disc golf courses and hosts the Big Rip Classic Tournament each October. "The park boasts 2 championship level Disc Golf courses and hosts Big Rip Classic Disc golf Tournament each October. Great fishing, kayaking, swimming, and hiking," notes a visitor to Little Black Creek Campground.
Paddle sports: Explore the waterways by canoe or kayak at Hattiesburg/Okatoma River KOA. "Start your day by checking in and doing one of the two kayaking trips this place has to offer and end your day by the fire right next to the river. Super beautiful place to stay," shares a camper at Hattiesburg / Okatoma River KOA.
Swimming beaches: Cool off in designated swimming areas at multiple parks. "There are two beaches — one near the main camp side and another closer to long-term spots and day visitors," explains a visitor to Little Black Creek Campground.
What campers like
Secluded, wooded sites: The cabin areas at Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby offer privacy among trees. "If you are in sites 1-38 they are wooded with some privacy between sites. Some have a nice view of the lake," notes a camper at Military Park Camp Shelby Lake Walker Family Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Most cabins around Richton have access to fishing lakes. At Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground, visitors report, "There are so many species of birds if you enjoy bird watching like we do. We enjoyed watching geese and ducks on Geiger Lake in the morning."
Pet-friendly accommodations: Most cabin rentals welcome pets with specific rules. "We were able to bring our pup to a vet's office to get his nails clipped," mentioned a visitor at Sleepy Hollow RV Park, noting pet services are available nearby.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Summer months bring increased occupancy and different activities. One visitor to Flint Creek Waterpark shared, "We stayed during Halloween and it was a very busy weekend in the campground. Some sites were extravagantly decorated and trick-or-treating following a golf cart parade was fun."
Cabin furnishings vary: Some cabins have minimal provisions while others are fully equipped. "Beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries" is standard at most locations.
Reservation requirements: Book well in advance during peak periods. "Located between Collins & Laurel MS... Popular campground; recommend reservations," advises a visitor to Big Creek Water Park.
Tips for camping with families
Children's activities: Several parks offer dedicated facilities for younger visitors. "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," notes a visitor to Paul B. Johnson State Park.
Playground access: Most cabin areas include play equipment. At Little Black Creek, "Beach area and a couple play areas. Lots of fishing going on. Nice cabins to rent too. We found a hiking trail and rode bikes."
Security features: Many parks offer gated access at night. "There's a gated entrance at night with code access, which is a nice extra touch," reports a visitor to Little Black Creek Campground & Park.
Tips from RVers
Connectivity considerations: Cell service and WiFi availability vary by location. "There's no WiFi, but T-Mobile worked just enough for us to use a hotspot to stream TV at night. Cell service is limited but manageable," notes a visitor at Little Black Creek Campground & Park.
Site selection: Choose cabin rental locations based on specific needs. "Most sites have wooden decks, and many had lake views or direct access, including ours, which had stairs leading right down to the water and a picnic table on a platform," shares a recent visitor.
Area resources: Know where to find supplies and services. "The only issue I had with the spots were they were all uneven, but somehow I was able to level my 37' travel trailer on the first try without any leveling aids," reports a camper at Flint Creek Waterpark.
