Best Tent Camping near Tupelo, MS

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Best Tent Sites Near Tupelo, MS (6)


Recent Tent Reviews in Tupelo

212 Reviews of 6 Tupelo Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    One of Our Favs

    Our RV GPS and Waze brought us south from Tishomingo via MS-25 to MS-4 to John Rankin Hwy. It’s a more scenic and narrower road than just taking MS-25 south, but there were no issues. We had made online reservations earlier that day for this Army Corps of Engineers Campground (CG) where we get a 50% discount per night using the National Parks Access Pass. We arrived earlier than 2:00 PM when the check-in gate opens, but there was a sign to go ahead and set up and come back at 2:00 to check-in. As we had our site number, we headed directly to pull through site 9 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). This was our third time camping at Whitten and we were delighted to find that they had combined site 8 and 9 into one long site. This site still had the old site amenities, which meant that we had double electric pedestals, water spigots, patio areas with picnic table, standup bbq, and fire pit. We were able to adjust our 5th wheel to avoid the several unlevel areas in this very long pull through. As with most COEs, water pressure was good and the electric worked fine. Whitten CG has a lot of mature trees, so satellite is iffy. We had no north shot for our Starlink. However, we got 2 to 3 bars on Verizon and the Mifi worked well for our needs to include streaming. There’s no WiFi in the CG. Site 9 has water view and does not bump up to other sites, which we found highly desireable. During our first stay in 2019, each loop had a shower house with a washer and dryer that we had used. Our last stay was an overnighter and we didn’t need to do laundry, so we hadn't checked those facilities out. This time we were here for three nights and had planned on doing laundry only to find the doors locked. We asked the camp host about the washers and dryers. He stated that the washers and dryers had been closed during COVID and now they were no long functional and weren't going to be replaced. We again enjoyed the trail system through out the CG and recreation area to walk our dogs. The James L. Whitten Historical Center is interesting to go through. There are several fishing piers as well. We came on a Wednesday and were pretty much by ourselves. Both Thursday and Friday campers started coming in around 11:30 AM filling up the CG. The camp hosts didn’t seem to mind the early arrivals and even opened up the office around noon for a few minutes to accommodate check-ins.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Nov. 6, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Nice park with reasonable pricing

    Stayed here for two nights. This place has everything we expect in a state park. Good roads, good day use area, great bathrooms, good spacing between campsites, beautiful views and camp store.

    Showers were very hot and the bathrooms were very clean!

    The best part was the price. I showed up without a reservation and got two nights with water and electric service for real cheap compared to everywhere else we camped for the last 7 months.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dewayne Hayes
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Dewayne Hayes

    Peaceful

    Many sites decorated for Halloween. Even little trick or treaters. Many sites on the river. Cool to watch the working barges going by. And lots of armadillos.

  • Lindsey M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Town Creek Campground - West Point - MS

    Friendly Creek-Side Find

    RV spots are suitable for car camping, although a bit close together with bright street lights and showers are outdated. Still, the camp host treated me kindly, and I enjoyed the scenery and walkability!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Trace State Park Campground
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Trace State Park Campground

    This is a beautiful park!

    We loved the park. Great for walking our dogs. The only issue was the poor road maintenance in getting to our campsite. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay tremendously and will definitely recommend to friends and family.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tombigbee State Park Campground
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Tombigbee State Park Campground

    Review

    We stopped by on our way home to check out the campground. First impression is that’ll we’ll be back to stay the weekend in the near future. Campground is a small for a State Park but the grounds look well kept up. The staff at check in office were very friendly and answered all the questions we had plus we got a lot of information on other spots.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Labor Day weekend

    From the get go at checking in we noticed how laidback and friendly the staff was. We stayed in #26 which has an incline to park the RV which wasn’t a big deal for us. We liked that on the passenger side are view was woods with the lake. The restrooms could used an updated for sure but still very usable. Fishing off the fishing docks was great! Spacing between sites is decent with trees between at most sites. Very friendly family quiet campgrounds.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Piney Grove Campground

    Great Camping

    I picked a location just off the Trace to camp and ended up here. Very nice lake side campgrounds. Quite clean beautiful relaxing weekend trip.

  • Tucker C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
    Aug. 9, 2024

    Chewalla Lake Recreation Area

    Gate locked after hours

    Arrived at the park a little after 11pm and the gate was locked with a sign saying “Closed 10pm-6am.” On the website it said “first come first serve.” Very disappointing, ended up driving another 30 min and booking a hotel.

  • Soren B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Perfect Layover Dog Friendly

    It's the perfect place to stop while traveling through. There are spacious spots, a short nature trail, a swimming area on the lake, and one good restaurant just down the road.

    There are some spots right on the lake.

  • Katrin M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    May. 27, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Campground by the lake

    We camped over the weekend in the old part of the campground. All sites have a firepit and a picnic bench. The sites are not very leveled and some were kinda flooded after heavy rain. It was just a bit run down. The bathhouse was old but clean and had good water pressure. The sites on the other side of the lake were absolutely beautiful and definitely newer. A lot of things in the campground were closed like the pool, lodge, and nature center. It seems they were under construction. The park has several trails to hike on. We did the one starting on the swinging bridge. They was good water access from a creek along the way, which was perfect for the dogs to cool off. We also visited Tupelo, which is about 50 min away. It was very interesting to see, where Elvis was from. I'm not sure if I would camp here again. Maybe in the late fall or winter time, when it's not so hot and humid.

  • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Mar. 19, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Wooded sites, clean

    Stayed on a weekend in March. Campground was about 80% full. Bath and showers were clean. Concrete pad with adjacent gravel area for screen room, tent, etc. Laundry facilities were closed during our stay. Paved bike trail nearby. Limited walking trails within the campground. One dump station and trash collection area near the check-in. Good Verizon signal.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Mar. 12, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Great spot

    We had one of the primitive tent sites. It was great and hardly anyone else was at the park. Too cold for the water when we went. Bathrooms could have been nicer but better than nothing.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
    Mar. 10, 2024

    Piney Grove Campground

    Lovely campground!

    This was our first camping trip as RV owners, we have been tent camping before. We loved Piney Grove! It was off season so definitely not crowded. It was so peaceful and quiet, we chose a waterfront spot and we literally had our own beach in front of our RV. So beautiful! We’ll be back in the summer.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
    Jan. 27, 2024

    Chewalla Lake Recreation Area

    A lot has changed since some of these reviews

    This seems a very typical NFS campground. Lots of spots some with electric and water and a number which are primitive. It is rustic. The electric service has an open ground situation so my camper wouldn't take it which was fine but a lot of the year could be an issue. There are bathrooms and private showers. I did not need or use the facilities but they were clean and seemed functional. I am literally the only camper here which frankly I think is wonderful. Tons of places to walk and a lot of nice views of the lake. I will definitely be back and use it for an overnight on my way out or back to my winter location.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Jan. 25, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Exactly fits the description

    Nice park with 3 loops and a few short trails. Reservation on recreate.gov and my spot was $30 a night which feels a bit steep but seems to be the going rate. The spots are not private at all but there are trees.

  • Vince B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)
    Nov. 3, 2023

    Blue Bluff Campground (aberdeen Ms)

    October in lots 40 and 42

    The campground was full for the fall holiday. However, the energy was great. It was our first time at the park. The hosts were very helpful. The showers and bathrooms are dated but clean. The best views are located on the water in the lots 80-85. Level spaces and easy to back in.

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Puskus Lake
    Oct. 15, 2023

    Puskus Lake

    Great solo camping experience

    Campsite was great. Beautiful lake and not crowded. Night time was quiet. Really enjoyed the views and relaxing environment. This is a great location to disconnect, but do not expect the amenities other sites offer (bathrooms, electricity, water, etc.).

  • William M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Oct. 10, 2023

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Quick Trip

    Park has huge potential! The refurbished sites are level and nicely laid out with water a sewer. The older sites not so much. Plenty of hiking trails, disc golf, fishing and kayaking available.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Howard Stafford Park Campground
    Oct. 4, 2023

    Howard Stafford Park Campground

    Nice Muni site

    Last minute stop at this small muni campground/park. Clean grounds with friendly host. Photo from our site #7 overlooking the lake. Non campers kicked out at 8pm and gates are locked. All campers get a key for after hours entry/exit. Beautiful little spot.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Howard Stafford Park Campground
    Sep. 21, 2023

    Howard Stafford Park Campground

    Small but quiet and cheap

    Small campground attached to a public use park. Gated after dark with older but usable bathrooms and showers. Has a splash pad, a basketball court, and several piers on the lake for fishing. You can hear cows in the distance from across the lake.

    Can’t beat the price at $22/night. We stopped in for a night in our teardrop trailer on our way farther up north.

    Tupelo is 30 minutes away with the Elvis Birthplace museum and other attractions. There’s a gas station at the entrance to the park for snacks and ice.

  • Makk H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
    Sep. 3, 2023

    Chewalla Lake Recreation Area

    Open in 2023

    Quiet, peaceful and cheap. 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



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