Camping in Mississippi
Discover 26 state parks offering camping in Mississippi
🏕️ Camping in Mississippi State Parks at a Glance
- RV hookups: RV sites with water/electric widely available; full-hookup and premium RV sites at select parks (e.g., Buccaneer on the Gulf coast)
- Pets: Pets allowed in campgrounds; must be leashed (leash max 6 ft) and never left unattended; prohibited in and around overnight lodging/cabin areas
- Firewood: No statewide out-of-state firewood import ban found published by MDWFP; gathering/cutting firewood in parks is restricted
- Good to know: Reservations must be made at least 48 hours before arrival and up to 13 months out; bookings run through the state's own reserve.mdwfp.com portal (no longer ReserveAmerica).
Official agency: Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP)
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
Mississippi State Parks with Camping
Archusa Creek Water Park
Buccaneer State Park
Clark Creek Natural Area
Clarkco State Park
George P. Cossar State Park
Golden Memorial State Park
Grand Gulf Military Park
Great River Road State Park
Holmes County State Park
Hugh White State Park
J.P. Coleman State Park
John W. Kyle State Park
Lake Lincoln State Park
Lake Lowndes State Park
LeFleur’s Bluff State Park
Legion State Park
Leroy Percy State Park
Natchez State Park
Paul B. Johnson State Park
Percy Quin State Park
Roosevelt State Park
Shepard State Park
Tishomingo State Park
Tombigbee State Park
Trace State Park
Wall Doxey State Park
❓ Camping in Mississippi — FAQ
How far ahead can I book Mississippi state park campsites?
You can reserve Mississippi state park campsites 13 months in advance via State-run MDWFP reservation system. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in Mississippi state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in Mississippi state parks typically run $20–$65, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a Mississippi state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 days (monthly camping available at certain parks). Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.