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The best camping near Bude with wildlife watching
92% (495) • 26 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bude
Camp Topisaw
1. Camp Topisaw
100%
(775)
37mi from Bude · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
95 acres on the beautiful Topisaw Creek. Here we've raised 5 kids and a multitude of dogs, cats and chickens and a small herd of pineywoods cattle. The woods are quiet and undisturbed , harboring native species like jack in the pulpit, trillium and Florida anise. The spring-fed (and thus always refreshing!) Topisaw Creek forms the eastern border of our property, so plan to spend time on the sandy beaches and rock bars soaking up the sun or hunting for rocks and fossils (petrified wood and arrowheads have been found here). Many folks also enjoy a leisurely float down the creek in inner tubes ('tubing') or in a kayak. (Please note that after heavy rains the creek rises to epic heights and is too dangerous to navigate.) Little to no light pollution makes for amazing stargazing!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Camp Strong Wood
2. Camp Strong Wood
95%
(83)
41mi from Bude · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Camp Strong Wood derives its name from the many natural growth oak trees found on the property as well as being in the Strong Hope community. Wildlife abounds with deer, rabbit, squirrel, fox, racoon, opossum, armadillo, chipmunk among other forest dwellers. The lake is in a natural flood bottom and is stocked with largemouth bass, perch, channel catfish and natural flathead catfish which came in through the creek which runs through the land.
Learn more about this land:
165 Acres of beautiful natural growth pine and oaks with scenic hiking trails. 10 acre lake stocked with bass, perch, catfish. Enjoy using the provided kayaks and canoe. 1 Cabin and multiple tent campsites available. Showers with bathrooms, washer/dryer on property. Deck with both charcoal and propane grills. Grounds keeper on property to help out in any way.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Porter-Muse Farms
3. Porter-Muse Farms
100%
(3)
45mi from Bude · 47 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
19 acre property with grassing areas, lake fields and wooded forest. Lots of deer and other wildlife. 100 year old pine trees and hard wood forest ... limited space due to hurricane Ida damage.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$9
/ night
Homochitto National Forest
4. Homochitto National Forest
National forest 11mi from Bude · 24 sites
Meaning “Big Red River” Homochitto River is the foundation of Homochitto National Forest, its muddy banks leading the way to the infamous Mississippi River. The National Forest encompasses 191,839 acres of down home southern lands that are just as charming as its inhabitants. Multiple recreation areas are available to appease your outdoor needs. Miles of trails weave throughout for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, lakes blot the landscape for swimming and fishing, and nature blooms in every direction for your eyes and soul to feast on. At Brushy Creek Horse Trail you will even find a site to spend the night under starry skies with your best horse pal. So whatcha waitin’ for, grab a hold of the reigns and “high ho silver” you go!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Percy Quin State Park
5. Percy Quin State Park
100%
(3)
State park 27mi from Bude · 189 sites
Discover Percy Quin State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Dodge Acres
6. Dodge Acres
86%
(11)
49mi from Bude · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
77 acres of rolling hills along the headwaters of Haley's Creek with a 1 m waterfall into a 4-ft deep pool and beautiful hardwood and pine forest all around. A Rustic road courses along with the creek and several offshoots for mountain biking or hiking. The waterfall and pool are a 1/2 mile hike into the property on the primitive road. Gravel is only provided at the entrance area, encircling the metal shed. Any driving off the gravel runs a risk of getting stuck in the slippery clay/mud. Rainwater barrels and 110 electricity are available at the metal shed. See dozens of tree species old and young along the creek and wildlife including turkeys, deer, bobcat, raccoons, possums, hawks, rabbits etc.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
River View RV Park & Resort
7. River View RV Park & Resort
35mi from Bude · 62 sites
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Mighty Mississippi River in Vidalia, Louisiana, our campground offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and Southern charm, making it a true sportsman's paradise. Just a short drive across the bridge lies Historic Natchez, Mississippi, the oldest settlement on the river, rich in history and culture. Open year-round, our location ensures that there is always something exciting to experience, whether it's hunting, fishing, or exploring the many Antebellum homes that Natchez has to offer. You can also enjoy the beauty of the Natchez Trace or simply unwind while watching the river traffic, including barges and paddleboats.
Our campground features 135 full hook-up sites, ensuring a comfortable stay for all our guests. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, two fully furnished cottages, and options for primitive camping. Our amenities include a clubhouse, a refreshing pool, a relaxing hot tub, and a playground for the little ones. Take advantage of our 1.5-mile concrete walking path along the riverfront, a 24-hour laundry facility, private restrooms and showers, and a well-stocked supply store. We also offer a meeting room, propane services, RV storage, and a dedicated, friendly staff ready to assist you. Come and experience the perfect blend of
Lake Lincoln State Park
8. Lake Lincoln State Park
100%
(2)
State park 34mi from Bude · 75 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Lincoln State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lake Bruin State Park
9. Lake Bruin State Park
State park 40mi from Bude · 47 sites
Discover Lake Bruin State Park's serene waters and lush landscapes.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
92% (495) • 26 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bude
Camp Topisaw
1. Camp Topisaw
100%
(775)
37mi from Bude · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
95 acres on the beautiful Topisaw Creek. Here we've raised 5 kids and a multitude of dogs, cats and chickens and a small herd of pineywoods cattle. The woods are quiet and undisturbed , harboring native species like jack in the pulpit, trillium and Florida anise. The spring-fed (and thus always refreshing!) Topisaw Creek forms the eastern border of our property, so plan to spend time on the sandy beaches and rock bars soaking up the sun or hunting for rocks and fossils (petrified wood and arrowheads have been found here). Many folks also enjoy a leisurely float down the creek in inner tubes ('tubing') or in a kayak. (Please note that after heavy rains the creek rises to epic heights and is too dangerous to navigate.) Little to no light pollution makes for amazing stargazing!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Camp Strong Wood
2. Camp Strong Wood
95%
(83)
41mi from Bude · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Camp Strong Wood derives its name from the many natural growth oak trees found on the property as well as being in the Strong Hope community. Wildlife abounds with deer, rabbit, squirrel, fox, racoon, opossum, armadillo, chipmunk among other forest dwellers. The lake is in a natural flood bottom and is stocked with largemouth bass, perch, channel catfish and natural flathead catfish which came in through the creek which runs through the land.
Learn more about this land:
165 Acres of beautiful natural growth pine and oaks with scenic hiking trails. 10 acre lake stocked with bass, perch, catfish. Enjoy using the provided kayaks and canoe. 1 Cabin and multiple tent campsites available. Showers with bathrooms, washer/dryer on property. Deck with both charcoal and propane grills. Grounds keeper on property to help out in any way.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Porter-Muse Farms
3. Porter-Muse Farms
100%
(3)
45mi from Bude · 47 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
19 acre property with grassing areas, lake fields and wooded forest. Lots of deer and other wildlife. 100 year old pine trees and hard wood forest ... limited space due to hurricane Ida damage.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$9
/ night
Homochitto National Forest
4. Homochitto National Forest
National forest 11mi from Bude · 24 sites
Meaning “Big Red River” Homochitto River is the foundation of Homochitto National Forest, its muddy banks leading the way to the infamous Mississippi River. The National Forest encompasses 191,839 acres of down home southern lands that are just as charming as its inhabitants. Multiple recreation areas are available to appease your outdoor needs. Miles of trails weave throughout for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, lakes blot the landscape for swimming and fishing, and nature blooms in every direction for your eyes and soul to feast on. At Brushy Creek Horse Trail you will even find a site to spend the night under starry skies with your best horse pal. So whatcha waitin’ for, grab a hold of the reigns and “high ho silver” you go!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Percy Quin State Park
5. Percy Quin State Park
100%
(3)
State park 27mi from Bude · 189 sites
Discover Percy Quin State Park's lush landscapes and outdoor adventures.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Dodge Acres
6. Dodge Acres
86%
(11)
49mi from Bude · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
77 acres of rolling hills along the headwaters of Haley's Creek with a 1 m waterfall into a 4-ft deep pool and beautiful hardwood and pine forest all around. A Rustic road courses along with the creek and several offshoots for mountain biking or hiking. The waterfall and pool are a 1/2 mile hike into the property on the primitive road. Gravel is only provided at the entrance area, encircling the metal shed. Any driving off the gravel runs a risk of getting stuck in the slippery clay/mud. Rainwater barrels and 110 electricity are available at the metal shed. See dozens of tree species old and young along the creek and wildlife including turkeys, deer, bobcat, raccoons, possums, hawks, rabbits etc.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
River View RV Park & Resort
7. River View RV Park & Resort
35mi from Bude · 62 sites
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Mighty Mississippi River in Vidalia, Louisiana, our campground offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and Southern charm, making it a true sportsman's paradise. Just a short drive across the bridge lies Historic Natchez, Mississippi, the oldest settlement on the river, rich in history and culture. Open year-round, our location ensures that there is always something exciting to experience, whether it's hunting, fishing, or exploring the many Antebellum homes that Natchez has to offer. You can also enjoy the beauty of the Natchez Trace or simply unwind while watching the river traffic, including barges and paddleboats.
Our campground features 135 full hook-up sites, ensuring a comfortable stay for all our guests. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, two fully furnished cottages, and options for primitive camping. Our amenities include a clubhouse, a refreshing pool, a relaxing hot tub, and a playground for the little ones. Take advantage of our 1.5-mile concrete walking path along the riverfront, a 24-hour laundry facility, private restrooms and showers, and a well-stocked supply store. We also offer a meeting room, propane services, RV storage, and a dedicated, friendly staff ready to assist you. Come and experience the perfect blend of
Lake Lincoln State Park
8. Lake Lincoln State Park
100%
(2)
State park 34mi from Bude · 75 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Lincoln State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lake Bruin State Park
9. Lake Bruin State Park
State park 40mi from Bude · 47 sites
Discover Lake Bruin State Park's serene waters and lush landscapes.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Bonnie
3 weeks ago
Tent
We so enjoyed our quick camping trip. Very private and relaxing. We bought fire wood and had plenty to keep a good fire going all evening. We definitely plan to return for a few days next time.
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Bunny
February 2026
Weekend Trip to Camp Strong Wood
It was such a beautiful view at the lake. Plus made new dog friends lol. I just wish I could've stayed longer!
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Echo
January 2026
Tent
With pets
What's not to Love about this place.... the woods, the beach, the creek, the rocks, the soil, the clay, the dogs...
Hope to return again & again....
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Jenna
January 2026
Tent
What an amazing place! We couldn’t have asked for a better spot. The campsite was awesome and right in the creek. Will definitely be back!
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Kelly
December 2025
Tent
The hosts were so great with my needs and accommodations and offered me a different spot to allow me to pull my car up closer. Amazing location. Very quiet, even got to hear wolves or coyotes and the view of the stars was outstanding. Sweet Luna, one of the farm dogs, slept outside my tent all night and made me feel very comfortable. Can’t wait to come back!
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Juan
December 2025
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Callie
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a great time and made some great memories - pretty sure we had the place to ourselves. It was so quiet and peaceful!
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David
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Fiancee and I went to get away for the Holidays to avoid the Family hassles with the pup for four days.
David was communicative and friendly prior to our trip, asking if we needed some extra firewood (25$ cash) and made sure we got set up okay once we got there. He checked in over text daily.
The area was very nice, we went searching for trash to pick up prior to getting set up and found very little. The grill and wood were a huge help as I had a bit of trouble getting the campfire set up in the cold and rain.
The ad says David has 4 dogs that might say hello, I will say they definitely said hello and stayed for quite awhile. One of them for a night and two days without leaving camp, so if your tied up or leashed dog is not ready to be around other dogs, highly recommend you look for another place, thankfully mine was okay with the two that visited frequently.
Little close to the road for my liking as you can hear trucks with loud bass coming up and down through the night, but the serenity of the water from the creek flowing through made up for that.
Stores are a short drive to get any last minute supplies, which is great since we had to grab some extra ice last minute.
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caitlin
November 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved camping at Camp Topisaw for our 2nd time! Fabulous spot, the creek is peaceful and gorgeous. Great spot to unwind and especially great for us that it is kid + dog friendly. Thank you as always to David!
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Anne
November 2025
Tent
I loved tent camping here! All of the beautiful sounds from rushing water to animals in nature made for a nice relaxing time! The directions were easy but the camping spot was still very secluded! Awesome spot to stargaze!
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Shawn
November 2025
Tent
Topisaw is always great. Stayed multiple times, host is always very accommodating and communicates very well.
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Blaine
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
We tent camped on the creek side sandbar. It was a group of 5 of us and a dog. David welcomed us at the site, he was friendly and answered all questions we had.
The site had a bbq grill, a patio table and 4 chairs, and an outhouse that was close by. There was enough parking for our 3 vehicles so no problems there.
The site wasn’t close by to other campers and felt very private which was nice. The creek was a little chilly but we were in it the majority of the days anyway, and the dog loved it. If you’re in to rock hunting this spot is for you! Bunch of neat things to find in and near the creek. I would also recommend some kind of water shoe for the rocky spots (if you have city feet like me)
Overall, we had nothing negative to say about this place. Everything was great and we will be returning in the future!
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Jolie
November 2025
Tent
Such a private and quiet spot to camp at. Would definitely go again if i lived closer.
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Nicholas
November 2025
Tent
We had an absolutely amazing long weekend here. The sandy banks are gorgeous and the river is awesome. David was super friendly and helped us find our spot. One of the most relaxing get aways we have had in a while.
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Reid
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Great location and as described! This was my second time camping here and will be back again. The host are great and would highly recommend the firewood!
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Carrie
October 2025
Tent
We enjoyed our stay, I was able to back my truck up close in our campsite, which was an extra convenience, it was a peaceful stay.
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Blake
October 2025
Tent
Very nice camp site. Lots of room to spread out. Nice hike trails through the woods. Very primitive sites.
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David
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Took my son on his first camping trip here. We had a great time. Definitely would go back.
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Aubry
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We loved Camp Topisaw and are ready to go back! Our dog was happy as a clam too. We swam and hunted for agates and fossils. The campsite 5 was beautiful and worth walking into. We also enjoyed exploring the trails and visiting the cows and horses. Great host! Communicative and friendly. Purchased firewood and they left it under a tarp at our site. Wonderfully convenient. We will be back hopefully sooner than later.
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Paige
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Being immersed in nature in such a serene, private, beautiful place allowed me to fully relax and let go. The hosts are both lovely and great communicators.
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