Hiking Campgrounds in Mississippi

Hiking Campgrounds in Mississippi

Discover the best hiking campgrounds across Mississippi. Experience the best of both worlds with camping that puts you right at the heart of incredible hiking opportunities. Direct trail access and stunning mountain vistas.

22+ Campgrounds4.3★ AverageBest: Late Spring through Fall (May-October)

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Featured Campgrounds

Handpicked destinations that define the region

1
Davis Bayou Campground
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4.4
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Davis Bayou Campground
Ocean Springs
Gulf Islands National Seashore
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Persimmon Hill(Enid Lake)
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4.7
(1012)
Persimmon Hill(Enid Lake)
Enid
Enid Lake
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Dewayne Hayes
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4.6
(845)
Dewayne Hayes
Columbus
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
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Hiking Campgrounds in Mississippi

Mississippi offers 22+ campgrounds perfect for hiking campgrounds. Campgrounds with direct trail access for hiking and backpacking. The best time to visit is Late Spring through Fall (May-October).

Direct trail access
Mountain and forest settings
Backpacking base camps
Scenic wilderness views


Campground Locations

Showing top 20 campgrounds near Hiking Campgrounds in Mississippi

Map Key
1
Davis Bayou Campground
2
Persimmon Hill(Enid Lake)
3
Dewayne Hayes
4
Hernando Point Campground
5
North Abutment
6
Twiltley Branch
7
Wallace Creek
8
South Abutment Campground
9
Town Creek Campground - West Point - Ms
10
Whitten Park
11
Water Valley Landing
12
Davis Lake Campground
13
Chickasaw Hill
14
Choctaw Lake
15
Delta National Forest - Camping
16
Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
17
Dub Patton Campground
18
Clear Springs Recreation Area (Ms)
19
Old Fort Campground
20
Jamie L. Whitten Campground

How to Book These Campgrounds

The most popular campgrounds for hiking campgrounds in mississippi book up months in advance. Here are the tools to help you get a site.


Hiking Campgrounds in Mississippi FAQ

We've ranked 22+ hiking campgrounds in Mississippi based on trail access, hiking variety, scenery, and user reviews. Top options are near national forests, state parks, and wilderness areas.

Permit requirements vary by location in Mississippi. Many wilderness areas and popular trails require day-use or backcountry permits. Check with the managing agency (National Forest, National Park, or State Park) before your trip.

Late Spring through Fall (May-October) is generally best for hiking camping in Mississippi. High-elevation trails may have shorter seasons due to snow. Always check current trail conditions before heading out.

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