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Creekside Farm Co.

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46mi from Paul B. Johnson State Park · 6 sites · Tents · Kiln, MS
Once a main railway for lumber in Hancock County, this 24-acre property along Bayou LaTerre, acquired in 2010, is home to a small variety of animals, edible landscaping including multiple varieties of fruit trees and seasonal vegetable gardens. Completely wooded at the time of purchase, the farm is still a work in progress. Daily farm life involves upgrading fences, clearing the 5-acre pasture, building animal pens, installing rain catchment systems, composting, harvesting, canning, baking and our favorite....... feeding the feathered friends. Pitch your tent in our wooded acreage nestled along side a flowing creek bed. Relax on the sand and watch the squirrels play or close your eyes to meditate with the sounds of nature. A true primitive camping experience awaits you. Our goal is to provide an unplugged experience for you to unwind and get back to nature so you can release the stress of everyday and enjoy the nature and serenity of our little farm.
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$18
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All You Need Institute

98%
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17mi from Paul B. Johnson State Park · 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.
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$24
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Soultribe

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31mi from Paul B. Johnson State Park · 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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$11
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Elevate Red Creek Cabins & RV

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37mi from Paul B. Johnson State Park · 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!
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Our Farm at Sagamore Pond

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(5)
18mi from Paul B. Johnson State Park · 2 sites · Lodging · Lumberton, MS
Learn more about this land:Need a break from the monotony & demands of city life? Come stay with us on Our Farm! Our 80-acres hosts its own stocked pond, very old Live Oak Trees, 4 fields for gazing & grazing, lots of endangered flora and fauna like the Pitcher Bogs & Long Leaf Pine, an orchard, greenhouse, several garden beds, multiple camping options, occasional workshops & events, and people who have a zest for revival & unity. If you aren’t from the area and want to explore, we are located 40 miles S of historic Hattiesburg & 50 miles N of the Gulf Coast. New Orleans & Mobile are both only an hour and half away, too.We are a regenerative farm that hosts & cultivates pasture-raised & organic animals, eggs, fruits, and vegetables. Our permaculture practices never include the use of pesticides, chemicals, GMO’s, steroids, antibiotics, or unethical harvesting, which makes everything we produce high quality & makes this property a unique farm to table camping experiences. Seasonally pick from the gardens, fish in the pond, lay back in the hammock, & star-gaze through the night. This relaxing & private space is just a few minutes from the creek with white sandy beaches to accompany the refreshing dip. Looking for a romantic getaway with someone special? * Accommodation Listing-Our canvas bell tent has a 10-foot center pole pitch and can be offered empty or glamped! The tent is located within a gated portion of our back yard which is near the gardens and a back field. Guests will be within a 50 foot radius of a fire pit, picnic table, hammock, outdoor shower, bathroom, trash & compost, parking, & gate access to the pond, grazing fields, or walking trails on the property. Want to cook farm fresh eggs over the fire for breakfast? Select the add-on and we will take care of you! NOTE: Our add-on selection will update as things become available seasonally, so check back to see rotating farm-to-table offerings on Our Farm.*Your stay with us can be customized with a luxury picnic &/or grazing board set-up at one of our designated locations of your choosing! Our Farm wants to thank you for considering us as hosts, we appreciate it from the bottom of our Heart & Soil. <3
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Overview

About

Located in the heart of Mississippi's pine belt region, Paul B. Johnson State Park is a natural wonderland! Explore mesmerizing vistas of long-leaf and loblolly pines, delicate dogwoods, and ancient oaks. While you’re in this hypnotic forest you can enjoy southern style barbecues and picnics (food always tastes better when you’re camping), playgrounds, a splash pad, disc golf, and breaking in your boots on the nature trails. If you’re feeling more aquatic, the fresh waters of Geiger Lake offer fishing, boating, and water skiing! At night, head back to camp to pitch a tent, settle into your RV, or rent a rustic cabin in the woods.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Paul B. Johnson State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer months can be hot and humid, while winter brings cooler temperatures that may not be suitable for all outdoor activities.

Know before you go

  • Check the park's official website for any alerts or closures before your visit.
  • Ensure you have a valid park entry permit, available at the park entrance.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for hiking and other activities.
  • Be mindful of wildlife and maintain a safe distance at all times.
  • Remember to pack out all trash and leave no trace to preserve the park's natural beauty.
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