The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Ripley, Mississippi

Set up camp along the river in Ripley and choose from over 640 campsites—all primed for water views, fishing, and lazy afternoons by the bank. The average site runs about $50 a night, but you can snag a spot for as low as $22. Top picks include Silverwater Campground (3 reviews) and Camp Coonewah (2 reviews). Most sites allow campfires, toilets are available, and pets are welcome. Beyond the river, you’ll find trails for hiking, chances to spot wildlife, and even horseback riding nearby. If you want to wake up to the sound of moving water and spend your days outdoors, Ripley delivers.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Ripley

Set up camp along the river in Ripley and choose from over 640 campsites—all primed for water views, fishing, and lazy afternoons by the bank. The average site runs about $50 a night, but you can snag a spot for as low as $22. Top picks include Silverwater Campground (3 reviews) and Camp Coonewah (2 reviews). Most sites allow campfires, toilets are available, and pets are welcome. Beyond the river, you’ll find trails for hiking, chances to spot wildlife, and even horseback riding nearby. If you want to wake up to the sound of moving water and spend your days outdoors, Ripley delivers.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Ripley

1. Silverwater Campground

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44mi from Ripley · 8 sites · RVs

**EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE COVERED LOTS** At Silverwater Campground, we pride ourselves on providing campers with spacious lots for rent. Planning your escape has never been easier with daily, weekly, and monthly stay options. Extended stays are available upon request. Conveniently located near various attractions, including Shiloh National Military Park, Pickwick Dam and Lake, Tennessee Indian Mounds, and local shopping options, Silverwater Campground is your passport to relaxation and adventure. Don't wait any longer to experience the magic of Silverwater Campground. Book your stay today and start making memories that will last a lifetime.

2. Camp Coonewah

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27mi from Ripley · 1 site · Tent

Beautiful rolling hills and deep hardwood bottoms with creeks and streams that run throughout the property

3. Wolf River Headwaters

15mi from Ripley · 1 site · Lodging

A mixture of pine timber , hardwood bottomland and cypress Tupelo gum breaks with over a mile of river frontage several miles of roads trails and pipelines surrounded by over 2500 acres of US forest service land with many more miles of trails and roads. E bikes mountain bikes hiking , four wheelers , horses , kayaking , welcome as well as rock hunting, civil war historical zone. This is a great area for stargazing, we have dark skies.

4. Big Hill Pond State Park

28 sites · Ramer, Tennessee

Discover Big Hill Pond State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

Campfires

Toilets

Showers

5. Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway

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513 sites · New Hope, Mississippi

Discover the scenic Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, a haven for outdoor adventures.

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Campfires

6. Chickasaw State Park

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126 sites · Silerton, Tennessee

Discover Chickasaw State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

Toilets

Campfires

Showers

7. Tishomingo State Park

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69 sites · Tishomingo, Mississippi

Discover Tishomingo State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

8. Pickwick Landing State Park

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92 sites · Walnut Grove, Tennessee

Discover Pickwick Landing State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.

Toilets

Campfires

Potable water

9. J.P. Coleman State Park

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120 sites · Mississippi

Discover J.P. Coleman State Park's stunning vistas and outdoor fun.

Toilets

Campfires

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Public campgrounds near Ripley

Big Hill Pond Campground

24mi from Ripley · 28 sites · in Big Hill Pond State Park

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Piney Grove Campground

36mi from Ripley · 141 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway

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Whitten Park Campground

43mi from Ripley · 60 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway

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Chickasaw Campground

43mi from Ripley · 126 sites · Tents, RVs · in Chickasaw State Park

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Tishomingo Campground

44mi from Ripley · 69 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tishomingo State Park

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Pickwick Landing Campground

45mi from Ripley · 92 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pickwick Landing State Park

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J.P. Coleman Campground

45mi from Ripley · 120 sites · Tents, RVs · in J.P. Coleman State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Paul

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Silverwater Campground

Our stay at Silverwater Campground in Counce Tennessee was an awesome stay. A stone's throw away from Shiloh National Military Park. Covered RV sites with full hookups at a terrific price. Host very accommodating. Have family in the area. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend.

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Barb

October 2025

26 ft Class C

1 night at Silverwater Campground

The lot was very level, private and completely covered. The host was very helpful. Only stayed one night and wish it had been longer to see the surrounding area.

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Tom

July 2025

26 ft Class A

3 nights at Silverwater Campground

Beautiful place, the owner is friendly and helpful, very close to the Shiloh battlefield, we enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend Silverwater if you are visiting this area of Tennessee.

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Lee

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Camp Coonewah

Excellent camping spot host is extremely friendly and accommodating highly recommend

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John

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camp Coonewah

Enjoyed my 2 night stay in the woods. Abundance of wildlife, woodland hiking options, private. Limited level spots for tent, ample opportunities for hamock with beautiful views. Trav is very friendly and excited about sharing the experience of woodland nature on his property.