
While camping in Mississippi you'll be visiting the birthplace of America's music—blues, gospel, R&B, and rock n' roll all started there. Elvis Presley and B.B. King found inspiration in the Magnolia State. RV parks in Mississippi are located in the rolling hills, Delta flatlands, the coastal sands, and the towering pines.
Whether nearby one of Mississippi's small town treasures or adjacent to a bustling city, campgrounds in Mississippi offer you an opportunity to take advantage of the wealth of the state's culture and heritage. The state of Mississippi has designated 10 towns as Certified Cultural Corners and camping in Mississippi alongside any puts you close to these treasures. When visiting RV parks in Mississippi, stop by Aberdeen where you can take a self-guided tour past nearly 50 architecturally significant homes. Or visit campgrounds in Mississippi near Philadelphia or Pontotoc, both steeped in Native American history.
No experience is necessary to enjoy a day or half day of fishing the waters off Mississippi's Gulf Coast. Even if you don't own a rod or reel and have no clue about what kind of bait to use, you can still catch fish. RV parks in Mississippi can be found near water—whether salt or fresh. When at the gulf, rent a charter boat and let the captain and crew take care of the details. Or take a family shrimping trip.
There are many ways to get around while camping in Mississippi—biking, boating, and hiking—but try horseback riding, which is near and dear to the hearts of the locals. You can tell by the number of horses in the state—more than 125,000. A number of places offer guided trail rides and provide horses. One of the most surprising is the Tupelo Buffalo Park and Zoo.
Campgrounds in Mississippi can be found adjacent to one of the exciting gaming centers. Have a front-row seat at some of the hottest entertainment, treat yourself at a spa, dine at fabulous restaurant, or test your skills at the slots or tables. Nearby, you'll most likely find a golf course or two. Golfers in the Gulf Coast area can try three dozen courses. Among them are The Preserve Golf Club, surrounded by the pristine acres of a nature preserve, and the Great Southern Golf Club, the oldest course in the state.
The Mississippi Delta is the place to find an abundance of locally grown fruit, vegetables and nuts. Nearly 40 percent of the state remains as farmland, many offering pick-it-yourself produce in the summer and fall. Other farms raise catfish, cattle, emus, and goats.
Try theme camping in Mississippi by planning your trip around Civil War history. Many of the fiercest battles of the Civil War were fought on Mississippi soil. Tour countless battlefields, monuments, and historic cemeteries.