The best forest campgrounds near Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Looking for a camping experience in the forest near Hattiesburg, Mississippi? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 270 options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your preferences. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot by a creek or a campsite nestled among towering trees, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Creekside Farm Co. (273 reviews), Camp Topisaw (269 reviews), and All You Need Institute (133 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities such as potable water, toilets, and trash disposal, and engage in activities like fishing, hiking, and paddling. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $10, camping in the forest near Hattiesburg has never been more accessible. Book your campsite today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping experience in the forest near Hattiesburg, Mississippi? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 270 options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your preferences. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot by a creek or a campsite nestled among towering trees, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Creekside Farm Co. (273 reviews), Camp Topisaw (269 reviews), and All You Need Institute (133 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities such as potable water, toilets, and trash disposal, and engage in activities like fishing, hiking, and paddling. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $10, camping in the forest near Hattiesburg has never been more accessible. Book your campsite today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. All You Need Institute

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27mi from Hattiesburg · 11 sites · Tents, Lodging · Lumberton, MS

All You Need is a 111 acre paradise that is home to some VERY unique and endangered habitat. Our northern boundary is a tract of DeSoto National Forest, where we have practically exclusive access to another 90 acres of longleaf pine savannah and more bottomland creeks. The sandhills are a "desert in the rain," home to prickly pear cactus and yuccas, abundant lichens (deer "moss"), the endangered black pine snake, and our mascot, the also endangered Gopher Tortoise. We're a nature education and retreat center where we share permaculture practices, homesteading/sustainable living skills, conservation practices, and approaches to connecting more deeply to the land. Check out our sister non-profit, the Burrow Nature Center. You will have access to our many walking paths and our swimming pond, as well as a 15 minute walk to part of DeSoto National Forest, which butts up to our property line. We would love to have you as our guest on the land, and are especially eager to meet travelers who deeply love nature and want to live in better relationship to it! Check in is between 2pm - 8pm, Check out is 11am. There's a fee for late check-in to our site.

2. Elevate Red Creek Cabins & RV

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49mi from Hattiesburg · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Perkinston, MS

Welcome to the Creek! Elevate Red Creek is the perfect place to get away from it all!! Two beautiful sandbars on 40 private acres. You will feel refreshed from the daily hustle and bustle of life. Prepare yourself for peace and tranquility during your stay at Elevate Red Creek. Direct access to Red Creek, bird watch, star gaze, fish, swim, kayak, etc. Cabin sits right on a high bluff of the creek, enjoy your morning coffee on the back porch and let your worries disappear. With 700’ of creek frontage, two beautiful sandbars and 40 acres of woods to explore. You will feel refreshed from the daily hustle and bustle of noisy neighbors and traffic sounds. Isn’t it about time to relax? Since 2012, we have been offering great cabin rentals, RV and tents sites on the creek. We offer three different cabins to help you recharge, unwind, and relax at beautiful Red Creek in Perkinston, MS. There’s plenty of water within walking distance of the cabin to toss a fishing line, take a swim, or launch your boat/kayak. Relax on the sandbar, cool off in the creek, enjoy a blazing fire by the fire pit, the worries and stresses of daily life simply disappear. You wanted to get away from it all and you can! Enjoy the beautiful country atmosphere. Come explore all Red Creek and South Mississippi have to offer in absolute comfort! Our location is off the beaten path, yet close to everything Biloxi/Gulfport has to offer. We are approximately 35 minutes from: Outlet Shopping, Waterpark, Casinos, Beaches, Museums, Aquarium, Ship Island Ferry, Fishing Excursions, Gulfport Sportsplex, MS Coast Coliseum, and many dining options. Great for Cruisin' the Coast!

3. Soultribe

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44mi from Hattiesburg · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · Saucier, MS

Welcome to Soultribe! A new community-in-the-making in the heart of the sweet south of Mchenry, MS - only 24 miles from the white sandy beaches of the Mississippi Gulf Coast (the world’s longest man-made beach)! We bought this property only a few months ago after working hard and long on a decade-long dream come true! It’s a fully wooded, 4 acre L-shaped property, currently home to four residents. Every day we are working hard to cut pathways and new campsites for visitors, travelers, and potential community members. Eventually we will host events, classes, workshops, retreats, and festivals. We are still in the earliest stages of building, so it’s a very rustic, off-grid experience, and with more visitors, we plan to build cabins and install solar and water collection systems, so we can have outdoor showers, natural pools, outhouses, community areas, a retreat center, and shops for community members to run their businesses from. We are following food forest and permaculture methods instead of traditional gardening, and our long-term vision for this land is a new garden of Eden! We need all the help we can get, so we also offer volunteer trade opportunities to anyone interested. Or, if you just need a place to step back from the busy hub of society, ground and reconnect with nature, Soultribe is the sanctuary for you! You may utilize the little spaces we currently have available for camping, or get in touch with your primal nature, explore our woods and cut down your own trail and campsite. We will be present to assist in any way, open to sharing and communal activities - or we can offer you solitude and privacy during your trip… it’s entirely up to you! Come create heaven with us… send your booking inquiry today!

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14mi from Hattiesburg · 1 site · Tent · Seminary, MS

Only 3.1mi from Okatoma Outdoor Post. Woods with a small pond and small stream. At the end of a dead end road. You can get fresh water from our well at the house. Very quiet and peaceful. An outdoor toilet will be completed soon. Little to no cell service. If you are looking for a place to not be bothered, this is i

5. Silver Run Retreat

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38mi from Hattiesburg · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · Wiggins, MS

Silver Run Retreat offers 208 acres of wilderness, 5 miles of trails and wildlife, along with 5 complete RV sites providing electricity, water and sewer. Endless primitive camp sites available. A playground area with swings. Hunting is NOT allowed. We provide a sanctuary for the wildlife. Horseback trail riding is available with enough notice at an extra fee. We also offer many other add ons such as jump houses, water slides, a game room with pool table, foosball, pacman and big screen tv, and catering along with complete Party and Event Planning. We are located 45 minutes from the Mississippi Gulf Coast and 60 minutes from New Orleans. Small groups are our specialty. Discounts available for multi-site bookings. If you're looking for peace and quiet nature, you've found it at Sliver Run Retreat.

6. Fulmer's Farmstead & General Store

21mi from Hattiesburg · 22 sites · RVs · Beaumont, MS

Fulmer's Farmstead is tucked away in rural Beaumont, Mississippi about 30 minutes east of Hattiesburg. Among the pecan trees, you'll find the general store, Garden Shop, historic cabins, horse barn, livestock, gardens, vacation rentals, and RV sites. Vintage farm equipment and nostalgic memorabilia are scattered throughout the property. In any given season you can find chickens and pigeons roosting. We also raise cows, goats, and pigs. Farm dogs and cats roam the orchard freely. Don’t miss the strong and majestic Percheron draft horses that do the hard work of plowing the gardens for our homegrown veggies. The General Store is open 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday. Hot plate lunches are served from 11 am - 2 pm. Then grab a sweet treat to go made by our in-house baker. In December, we host a classic Christmas dinner and winter celebration for all to enjoy. And we've been home to the Mississippi Pecan Festival in September since 1986!

Public campgrounds near Hattiesburg

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Paul B. Johnson Campground

12mi from Hattiesburg · 156 sites · Tents, RVs · in Paul B. Johnson State Park

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Janice Landing Campground

19mi from Hattiesburg · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in De Soto National Forest

Moodys Landing Recreation Area

21mi from Hattiesburg · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in De Soto National Forest

Beautiful fields of cotton on the way into the park.

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Cypress Creek Landing Recreation Area

30mi from Hattiesburg · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in De Soto National Forest

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Fairley Bridge Landing Recreation Area

34mi from Hattiesburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in De Soto National Forest

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Turkey Fork Recreation Site

36mi from Hattiesburg · 28 sites · Tents, RVs · in De Soto National Forest

Stories from the community

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Abbie

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

Great spot! The site had a nice flattened area for my tent a little into a wooded area. I was able to hang my hammock. And the spot is right in the edge of the walking trails which was lovely. I also had some car troubles and Jordan was very responsive and helpful!

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Gary

3 weeks ago

With pets

3 nights at All You Need Institute

Fantastic property with some unique ecological features, plenty of room to feel private or connected to other campers, and great accommodations. Highly recommend this for your next weekend getaway.

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Brandon

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

The hosts were friendly and informative and very helpful with directions. The sight was the perfect size for all our gear with a great view of the pond. I decided on an afternoon swim after unpacking and was blown away by the crystal clear water and fish swimming around me. Not to mention the beautiful hand crafted community area on the shoreline. Everything was very well maintained while staying mindful of the surrounding ecosystem. My only regret was not booking another night and having more time to explore this beautiful property and catch one of the community fires!

Amy

October 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

This was my favorite camping experience! My sister and I glamped at site 5, and I have nothing but good things to say. It was peaceful, secluded but not scary, and absolutely beautiful. We’ll be back soon!

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Antonio

September 2025

2 nights at All You Need Institute

Loved my time here. Simple and natural. I felt cut off but more present. You don't need to know the time of day here.

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Madelyn

August 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

Jordan and his community were very nice and welcoming. The campsite was private and the beds were comfortable. It was a beautiful place to stay and the lake was lovely to swim in.

Miranda

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

This was such an interesting, educational glamping experience! We LOVED the trails with the QR codes to educational videos. The AC works great and was much needed yesterday. The space was exactly what we needed for a night! Also, they have the friendliest chickens I’ve ever encountered. Thank you for sharing your space with us!

Gehad

July 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

We had a wonderful experience! We booked the Yurt and the micro cabin for a family trip and both spaces were beautiful and comfortable. At one point the water stopped working and the hosts worked continuously to get it fixed and it was resolved within the day. Great trails. Very kid-friendly as well.

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Staffi

July 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

It was a great place, and we had a very good time. Jordan was very helpful in explaining everything.

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Kierstan

June 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

The land is absolutely beautiful, pond was refreshing and peaceful. I stayed in the micro cabin which was great. I would recommend that you do bring all of your own cooking supplies as there wasn't everything there that was needed and the outside space is not covered so when it was raining I didn't have access to the little kitchen.

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Chrissy

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

We had a very peaceful camping experience, and the pond on the property was absolutely lovely. We visited over Memorial Day weekend, and the site before ours had a large group with about five cars. It made maneuvering a bit difficult, so I think the owners might consider setting a car limit per site. The lane for vehicles is very narrow, and with multiple cars, it becomes tricky to navigate. Due to the holiday weekend and the number of guests, the composting toilet nearest to us ran out of sawdust. We stayed at Site 3, which we chose for its privacy—it’s the last site along the road and felt the most secluded. You can park your vehicle right next to the site, which was ideal since we slept in my truck bed the first night. However, it looks like they’re building an off-grid cabin nearby, which may affect Site 3’s privacy in the future. Next time, I’d love to try Site 1—it looked spacious and even has private access to the pond. I also agree with another reviewer: the property could use better signage. We got lost for over an hour trying to find the pond on site and ended up following a misleading sign marked "pond" that actually led out to the National Forest. That said, Jordan was a fantastic host. He checked in on us, promptly addressed an issue when someone tried to set up camp too close to our spot, and kept a close eye on the property. As two women traveling alone, we felt very safe and well cared for.

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Charrisa

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Elevate Red Creek Cabins & RV

April was great to work with us even though we were late

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Sam

May 2025

2 nights at All You Need Institute

This was exactly what I had hoped for. The Yurt was very spacious. We really appreciated the piano being there. There was power to the Yurt, so we were able to charge our electronics. There were some bad storms our last night there, but we never felt unsafe. The Yurt is obviously well constructed and sturdy. It stayed cool enough during the day, thanks to it being in the shade and there's a wood stove if need be for cooler nights. We never needed it. The driveway to the site was easy enough in my all wheel drive SUV, but may be a bit tougher for smaller cars, especially if it is raining. We unfortunately didn't get to spend much time there during day light, so we didn't get to explore. I would definitely stay here again.

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S or D

April 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

We had a kids group camp out planned, and even when plans fell through they were very accommodating. The kids truly enjoyed the yurt and the instruments. The land is beautiful, the trail very informative, and the pond was refreshing. We even reached out to do an extra-curricular activity for our kids, and Jordan was great!

Marie

April 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

We had a magical time camping at the all you need institute. Jordan was really friendly, and accommodating. He was around if you needed anything but also we felt like we had privacy when we wanted. The pond is beautiful and we got in to cool off. We will definitely be back, and I would recommend to anyone I know! We clamped under the bell tent and the beds were really comfortable. There is also plenty of space for tent camping too if that’s what you’re looking for.

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Tereson

March 2025

Tent

1 night at All You Need Institute

Loved my short stay at this site. It was peaceful, had ample space, and a great view of a peaceful pond. The host were gracious and helpful. I will definitely stay longer next time.

Amy

March 2025

Tent

2 nights at All You Need Institute

Awesome property! Stayed in site 1 on the pond. Loved relaxing and just gazing at the beautiful clear water, hearing the trees and leaves blowing in the wind, watching the fish swim by and listening to the birds. Did the trail on the property and was really interesting to read the information plackets periodically placed. The lichen loop was really just that- lichen everywhere you looked! Loved seeing the tortoise burrows, even though i didn’t get a chance to see any tortoises. :) Jordan was super helpful. As a traveler camping alone, I felt safe and was able to really relax for my two nights there. Loved that there was a sink available and also a shower option.

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Darin

February 2025

1 night at All You Need Institute

Truly a healing stay at all you need. The pond is magical! We stayed in the yurt, which was wonderful. everyone was very welcoming and kind aswell :)

Molly

February 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

I had a great stay! Jordan was quick with responding and very accommodating. The land is beautiful and it was exciting to hear about what they are doing. I look forward to visiting again and exploring more of the area!

juliette

February 2025

Weekend Trip to All You Need Institute

The micro cabin was super cozy. The land was gorgeous. They are doing a wonderful job caring for the land and it shows. The lichen loop and all the trails were so nice to stroll. We loved sitting by the clear pond as well. The outdoor kitchen attached to the micro cabin was very useful and appreciated.