Spring wildflowers and vibrant fall colors paint a camping trip near Blue Mountain.
Each season delivers a bounty of camping delights in the Blue Mountain area of northeastern Mississippi. To the west, Holly Springs National Forest stretches across 150,000 acres of enchanting woodlands, inviting campers to explore trails next to vibrant spring dogwoods, lush summer magnolias, and fiery fall foliage. The diverse habitats of the forest are also great for birdwatching enthusiasts ready to spot Bachman’s sparrows and brown-headed nuthatches. Stay the night at a campsite with tent pads amid shortleaf pine trees or an RV site with electrical hookups around Chewalla Lake. Amenities include hot showers, accessible flush toilets, potable water spigots, and a children’s playground. Just beyond the forest, Wall Doxey State Park surrounds the 60-acre Spring Lake, which is well-stocked with largemouth bass and bream. Find primitive tent camping and developed RV sites here with laundry, or opt for an air-conditioned cabin rental complete with bed and bath linens, cable TV, a screened porch, and relaxing forest or lake views.