Camping in MS – Visit Mississippi https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/ The State for Wanderers Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:40:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://visitmississippi.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/cropped-Favicon-01-32x32.png Camping in MS – Visit Mississippi https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/ 32 32 Ross Barnett Reservoir https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/attractions/ross-barnett-reservoir/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 23:03:04 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=22773 The Ross Barnett Reservoir is Central Mississippi’s largest recreational area, offering a variety of parks and recreation, as well as different reservoir services. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The reservoir also provides […]

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]]> The Ross Barnett Reservoir is Central Mississippi’s largest recreational area, offering a variety of parks and recreation, as well as different reservoir services. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The reservoir also provides different services, including boat rentals, fishing facilities, and waterfront amenities.

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]]> Tishomingo State Park https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/tishomingo-state-park/ Mon, 13 Feb 2023 16:50:19 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=17217 Tishomingo State Park is a public recreation area located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Tishomingo County. The park is located at Milepost 304 of Natchez Trace Parkway and features rock outcroppings, waterfalls, and a swinging pedestrian bridge […]

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]]> Tishomingo State Park is a public recreation area located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Tishomingo County. The park is located at Milepost 304 of Natchez Trace Parkway and features rock outcroppings, waterfalls, and a swinging pedestrian bridge over Bear Creek. Activities in the park include canoeing, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, and a Bear Creek canoe float trip. Three disc golf courses are available, and an outdoor swimming pool is open during late spring and summer. Lodging options include 15 primitive campsites, two primitive Scout campsites, 62 developed RV campsites, and seven furnished cabins. Reservations are recommended for the float trip and campsites.

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]]> Lake Monroe https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-monroe/ Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:54:27 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24154 Lake Monroe is a 99-acre lake that offers opportunities primarily for fishing and family picnicking/camping. Amenities include restrooms, boat ramp, picnic tables, camping electrical/water hookups, and a pavilion. […]

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]]> Lake Monroe is a 99-acre lake that offers opportunities primarily for fishing and family picnicking/camping. Amenities include restrooms, boat ramp, picnic tables, camping electrical/water hookups, and a pavilion.

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]]> J. P. Coleman State Park https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/j-p-coleman-state-park/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 18:48:21 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=23911 J.P. Coleman State Park, located on a rocky bluff with views of the Tennessee River, offers the finest of water sports activities and outdoor adventures. Visitors can enjoy sailing, swimming, skiing, and fishing for Smallmouth bass in the waters of […]

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]]> J.P. Coleman State Park, located on a rocky bluff with views of the Tennessee River, offers the finest of water sports activities and outdoor adventures. Visitors can enjoy sailing, swimming, skiing, and fishing for Smallmouth bass in the waters of Pickwick Lake. The park provides various recreational facilities, including a marina, picnic areas, playgrounds, swimming pool, and miniature golf course. Overnight accommodations range from RV campsites and primitive camping to cabins, cottages, motel rooms, and townhouses, all with views of Pickwick Lake. Reservations are recommended for overnight stays.

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]]> Lake Claude Bennett https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-claude-bennett/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:57:45 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24117 Lake Claude Bennett is a 71-acre lake located in Jasper County, 20 miles east of Bay Springs off Mississippi Highway 18. Lake Claude Bennett is open year round and provides great boating, skiing, fishing, and also supports a well maintained […]

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]]> Lake Claude Bennett is a 71-acre lake located in Jasper County, 20 miles east of Bay Springs off Mississippi Highway 18. Lake Claude Bennett is open year round and provides great boating, skiing, fishing, and also supports a well maintained camp ground.

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]]> Lake Columbia https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-columbia/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:01:17 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24121 Lake Columbia is an 84-acre lake located in Marion County. It offers camping pads with hook-ups, fishing and boating opportunities, and pavilions that are available for rent. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish.  […]

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]]> Lake Columbia is an 84-acre lake located in Marion County. It offers camping pads with hook-ups, fishing and boating opportunities, and pavilions that are available for rent. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish. 

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]]> Lake Lamar Bruce https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-lamar-bruce/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:17:24 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24132 Lake Lamar Bruce is a 300-acre lake and campground area managed by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Lake Lamar Bruce offers a variety of fish species, including the popular rainbow trout species, making it the only public […]

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]]> Lake Lamar Bruce is a 300-acre lake and campground area managed by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Lake Lamar Bruce offers a variety of fish species, including the popular rainbow trout species, making it the only public water body in the state to offer rainbow trout fishing.

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]]> Lake Lincoln State Park https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-lincoln-state-park/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:19:39 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24138 Lake Lincoln State Park offers a wide range of recreational activities and amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include a swimming beach, picnic area/shelter, pavilions, nature trail, playground, volleyball court, disc golf, camping, fishing, and boating are also offered with […]

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]]> Lake Lincoln State Park offers a wide range of recreational activities and amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include a swimming beach, picnic area/shelter, pavilions, nature trail, playground, volleyball court, disc golf, camping, fishing, and boating are also offered with some rules and regulations.

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]]> Lake Lowndes State Park https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-lowndes-state-park/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:22:20 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24142 Lake Lowndes State Park, located around a 150-acre lake, offers a recreational experience for individuals, families, and groups. With abundant opportunities for camping, water activities, and a variety of organized sports, the park caters to diverse interests. Additional amenities include […]

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]]> Lake Lowndes State Park, located around a 150-acre lake, offers a recreational experience for individuals, families, and groups. With abundant opportunities for camping, water activities, and a variety of organized sports, the park caters to diverse interests. Additional amenities include disc golf, a gym, picnic areas with pavilions, playgrounds, playing fields, tennis courts, and trails. The lake provides a place for freshwater fishing, boat launches, and water skiing.

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]]> Lake Mike Conner https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/lake-mike-conner/ Tue, 09 Jul 2024 16:24:33 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24150 Lake Mike Conner is a 79-acre lake offering opportunities for fishing, boating, camping, picnicking, and more. Boat ramps, pavilions, and RV hookups are available for guests. Lake Mike Conner is known for large bluegill and a good population of largemouth […]

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]]> Lake Mike Conner is a 79-acre lake offering opportunities for fishing, boating, camping, picnicking, and more. Boat ramps, pavilions, and RV hookups are available for guests. Lake Mike Conner is known for large bluegill and a good population of largemouth bass.

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]]> George P. Cossar State Park https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/camping/george-p-cossar-state-park/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 15:16:58 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=23668 George P. Cossar State Park is a public recreation area located on the shores of Enid Lake, five miles northeast of Oakland off Mississippi Highway 32. There are picnic tables, a playground, and a barbecue grill available for familes to […]

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]]> George P. Cossar State Park is a public recreation area located on the shores of Enid Lake, five miles northeast of Oakland off Mississippi Highway 32. There are picnic tables, a playground, and a barbecue grill available for familes to enjoy. With ample hunting grounds in the surrounding Holly Springs National Forest and record-breaking fishing in Enid Lake, it’s a prime spot for sportsmen.

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]]> Legion State Park https://visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/birding-wildlife/legion-state-park/ Fri, 16 Aug 2024 19:08:58 +0000 https://visitmississippi.org/?post_type=poi&p=24255 Legion State Park, located in Louisville, is the fourth of the original state parks developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It offers opportunities for camping, fishing, picnicking, and more. The park features trails through woodlands and along the banks of […]

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]]> Legion State Park, located in Louisville, is the fourth of the original state parks developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It offers opportunities for camping, fishing, picnicking, and more. The park features trails through woodlands and along the banks of lakes, providing opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife observation. Additionally, visitors can explore historical sites within the park, including the historic Legion Lodge and various interpretive exhibits that showcase the area’s heritage.

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