National Forests in Mississippi - Big Biloxi Recreation Area

Area Status: Open

The Big Biloxi Recreation Area lies on the banks of the Big Biloxi River. The area provides a cool, refreshing experience from cities nearby. Facilities include 25 camping units, all with utility hook ups; a picnic area with a pavilion; bath house with hot showers; dump station; and a 1/2-mile nature trail. The river is an excellent place to fish for bream, bass, and catfish.

Big Biloxi Recreation Area is open year-round unless weather conditions require the area to be closed. This is a fee area and the fee station is located just beyond the entrance gate. There is a camp host on duty, however, users should make sure that they have correct currency before arriving at the recreation area. Please contact the De Soto Ranger District Office at (601) 528-6180 for the current fees.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Campground is open to self-contained campers only at 50% capacity; no tent camping is allowed. RESTROOMS CLOSED
Operational Hours:	Day use times: from sunrise to sunset Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Reservations:	Pavilion, which accomodates 50 people, must be reserved. Pavilion reservation is $40.00.
Area Amenities:	Accessible,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking
Fees	Camping fee is $20.00 per night. Camping fee with Senior Pass is $13.00 per night. Pavilion reservation is $40.00.
Restrictions:	Campgrounds are for recreational use only. All visitors to campers must pay overnight fees or leave by sun down. No loud noises that unreasonably disturb another are allowed. Loud noises include: radios, fireworks, and generators. No firearms, air rifles or gas guns. No alcoholic beverages. Campground limit of stay is 14 days, May 1-October 31 and 30 days from November 1-April 30. All pets must be on a leash (no longer than 6 feet). No live stock allowed. Operation of low PSI vehicle (3-4 wheelers) is not allowed. Park or leave vehicles according to posted instructions.
Water:	Yes
Restroom:	Yes

General Information

Directions:

19551 De Soto Park Road
Saucier, MS 39574

Take HWY 49 to De Soto Park Road. Turn west and travel 1/2 mile to the recreation area.

Accessibility:

The restrooms, nature trail, and several campsites are fully accessible.

Activities

Camping & Cabins

HIDE

Campground Camping

Camp sites are available on a first come basis.
All tents or campers must use tent pad areas.
Camp fires are permitted only in the fire ring (if provided).
Camp sites are limited to: two vehicles or four people (one family).
14-day stay limit.

No. of Sites	25
Reservation Info	None

RV Camping

Hook-ups and waste station available.

Handicap accessible areas:
- Bathouse includes showers and toilets
- Campsites #: 19, 21, 23, and 25

Hookup - Water	Yes
Dump Stations	Yes
Hookups - Electric	Yes
Fire Information	Only on fire rings

Nature Viewing

SHOW

Picnicking

SHOW

Amenities

Camping trailer
Picnic tables	Grills available at picnic areas
Parking
Toilets	handicap accessible
Accessible	camp sites 19, 21,23, 25
Drinking water

Big Biloxi Recreation Area