Summer Camping in Mississippi
Discover the best summer camping across Mississippi. Experience the best of outdoor camping during the warmest months. Long days, starry nights, and endless adventure await.
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Enid Lake
Summer brings Enid Lake to life with anglers reeling in trophy catches at dawn and families launching boats into crystal-clear waters by mid-morning. The full hookup sites offer shaded retreats where you can watch sailboats glide across the lake while kids splash along the shoreline just...
Okatibbee Lake
Okatibbee Lake stretches before your campsite, offering direct access for water skiing, fishing from the shoreline, and launching kayaks into calm morning waters. Summer brings the lake to life with boaters exploring hidden coves while osprey and herons patrol the shoreline at dawn and dusk.
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway delivers endless summer days of swimming from the sandy beach, casting lines from three fishing docks, and launching boats into calm waters. Shaded trails weave through the forest between water activities, offering cool retreats when the afternoon sun peaks.
About Summer Camping in Mississippi
Summer camping in Mississippi offers an exceptional blend of lakefront recreation, shaded forest retreats, and warm Southern hospitality that makes the Magnolia State a hidden gem for warm-weather outdoor adventures. From the sprawling waters of Enid Lake in the north to the pristine pine forests of DeSoto National Forest in the south, Mississippi's diverse landscape provides countless opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing under the long summer sun.
Best Time
The prime summer camping season in Mississippi runs from late May through early September, with peak activity occurring during June, July, and August when schools are out and families take vacation. Water temperatures reach comfortable swimming levels by Memorial Day weekend, and lakes remain warm through Labor Day.
Season Highlights
- Warm weather and long days
- Swimming and water activities
- Full amenities and services
- Family-friendly activities
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Reserve lakefront sites early through Recreation.gov for Army Corps campgrounds, as premium spots with water views book quickly for summer weekends and holidays.
- 2Bring plenty of insect repellent and consider a screened shelter or tent with good ventilation, as mosquitoes and no-see-ums can be active near water during dawn and dusk hours.
- 3Pack a cooler with plenty of ice and plan for extra cooling measures like battery-powered fans, as Mississippi summers are hot and humid with heat indices often exceeding 100 degrees.
- 4Most campgrounds allow campfires in designated rings, but check current burn bans during dry periods, especially in National Forest areas.
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