Earlier this month, MSN released a list of the best campsite in each state. Taking the Mississippi slot, Davis Bayou Campground is a must visit. Part of a national park, the campground has a ton to offer, including an informative visitors center, great hiking trails, picnic areas, and more. Take a look:
The Mississippi portion of the Gulf Islands National Seashore includes six barrier islands and the Davis Bayou Area in Ocean Springs.
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A great place for a rustic getaway, the area features a 52-site campground. The sites can accommodate both tents and RVs.
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Every campsite has water and electricity hook-ups, picnic tables, and a fire ring/grill. The campground also includes restrooms with showers, so you can enjoy the great outdoors along with a few modern-day necessities.
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Your rustic fun doesn’t end with the accommodations, though. In addition to being a great spot for fishing and biking, the area includes a fabulous Visitor Center and…
National Park Planner At the William M. Colmer Visitor Center, you’ll find informative brochures, maps, a souvenir shop, exhibits, and more.
…three hiking trails for you to explore.
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Perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike, the CCC Spur Trail includes informative markers about the construction of the park and ruins of a building that once stood on its grounds.
National Park Planner The 0.40-mile trail is rated as easy.
Brimming with exceptional sites, the Davis Bayou Trail features a boardwalk that leads over a salt marsh and bayou.
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Remember to keep your eyes peeled for wildlife.
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This trail ends at a picnic area, so don’t forget to pack a lunch.
National Park Planner The 1.8-mile trail is rated as easy.
Easy to access, the Nature’s Way Trail has its own parking lot, which is located on Bob McGhee Road.
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Along the trail, you’ll find several markers, which provide lots of info on the plants and animals in the area, in addition to observation decks for taking in the stunning surroundings.
National Park Planner The 0.45-mile loop trail is rated as easy.
While staying at the campground, consider paying a visit to one of the nearby barrier islands. Don’t have your own boat? No problem; Ship Island Excursions offers ferry service to and from the island.
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Much more than a tropical paradise, Ship Island is brimming with history, which you can learn about firsthand thanks to Fort Massachusetts.
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The fort, which dates back to the 1850s, can be toured and includes a few informative markers with facts about the historic structure.
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So, are you ready to explore this nationally recognized campground? Visit Davis Bayou Campground at 3500 Park Rd., Ocean Springs, MS 39564. For more information, call (228) 230-4100 or visit the National Park Service website.
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At the William M. Colmer Visitor Center, you’ll find informative brochures, maps, a souvenir shop, exhibits, and more.
The 0.40-mile trail is rated as easy.
The 1.8-mile trail is rated as easy.
The 0.45-mile loop trail is rated as easy.
If you enjoyed this, be sure to check out “8 National Parks In Mississippi That You’ve Got To Visit.“
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