Campers drive through a canopy of trees to reach this wooded state park campground, where temperatures drop noticeably under the forest cover. The park divides camping into two distinct areas, with Campground B consistently receiving better maintenance and cleaner facilities than Campground A according to multiple visitor reports.
Sites in Campground B offer the most appealing options, particularly those numbered 36-40 which face the lake directly. Kim T. notes that "several of the sites in B face the lake and nature trails which are beautiful." The concrete pads vary significantly in levelness, with some sites requiring extensive leveling blocks for RVs up to 50 feet. Each site includes electric and water hookups, a grill, and fire pit, though some fire rings are simply concrete holes rather than traditional structures.
The bathhouse serves both camping areas with clean facilities that include hot showers, though water pressure and temperature can be inconsistent. Coin-operated washers and dryers cost $1.75 per load when functioning. The lake provides fishing and kayaking opportunities, while short hiking trails wind through the wooded terrain, though storm damage has left some paths in need of repair. Cell service remains spotty throughout the campground.
Access requires navigating occasionally rough park roads, and construction has periodically forced detours through bumpy back roads to alternate entrances. The campground operates without on-site staff or security gates, creating a quiet but unmonitored environment. Rates start at $15 for primitive sites and $22 for full hookups, with various discounts available.
For additional camping choices in the region, see campgrounds around Natchez. The combination of lake access, full hookups, and forested setting makes this a functional base camp despite maintenance inconsistencies.
Description
Natchez State Park is located just 10 miles north historic Natchez, the oldest settlement on the Mississippi River. Prior to the Civil War, over half of the millionaires in the entire United States lived in Natchez, constructing elegant mansions unrivaled in size and elegance by any in the nation. Most of these splendid homes were spared during the Civil War, and many are now open for tours. Natchez State Park is also famous in its own right. The largest bass in Mississippi history, a largemouth weighing 18.15 pounds, was caught in Natchez lake in 1992. 50 Developed Camping sites, 8 Tent Camping sites, 10 Lakeside Vacation Cabin units, and a Laundry Facility located in the Campground B bathhouse.
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Location
Public CampgroundNatchez State Park Campground is located in Mississippi
Directions
230B Wickcliff, Natchez, MS 39120
Address
230-B Wickcliff Rd
Natchez, MS 39120
Coordinates
31.59941994 N
91.216658 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 3/31/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 4/3/26
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 3/31/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 24 min from Jackson, MS
- 1 hr 37 min from Baton Rouge, LA
- 1 hr 40 min from Alexandria, LA
- 1 hr 54 min from Hammond, LA
































