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CAMPING
A Perdido Key Primitive Camping Area
Open
Open All Year
Phone
850-934-2600
Details
The roadless portion of Perdido Key, beginning one-half mile east of the end of the paved road and extending to the east end of the island, is available for primitive camping. Access must be by boat or on foot. If you plan on leaving a vehicle parked overnight in the parking lot and then hiking to the area, a permit must be obtained from a Ranger, prior to setting up a campsite. Call (850) 934-2623 for information; the permit must be obtained from the ranger on duty. Camp only on the beach and avoid dunes and vegetated areas. Fires are permitted while camping in this area, but must be built below the high tide line.
Davis Bayou Campground - Closed
Open
Open All Year
Phone
228-875-3962
Details
Davis Bayou Campground remains closed indefinitely. For more information call 228-875-3962.
Fort Pickens Campground-Closed
Open
Temporarily Closed
Reservations
Online or by Phone at 1-800-365-CAMP
Details
The Fort Pickens Campground is closed indefinitely due to damage resulting from Hurricane Ivan on September 15, 2004.
Fort Pickens Group Area-Closed
Open
Temporarily Closed
Reservations
Online or by Phone at 1-800-365-CAMP
Details
The Fort Pickens Group Area is closed indefinitely due to damage from Hurricane Ivan on September 15, 2004.
Horn, Petit Bois and East Ship Islands
Open
Open All Year
Phone
228- 875-9057
Details
Primitive camping is available on Horn, Petit Bois and East Ship Islands, accessible only by boat. Visitors can enjoy hiking, beachcombing, swimming and birdwatching on these picturesque and tranquil islands.
Groups of 11 must obtain a free permit from the Visitor Center in Ocean Springs. A 20-foot or longer craft is recommended for use on the open water. Inland water craft such as bass boats and pontoon party barges are not suitable for travel to 10-12 miles from shore. Licensed boat operators are available for a fee. Call 228-875-9057 for more information.
Campers must provide all supplies needed for their trip including extra food and water. Never camp on dune tops as this damages vegetation and fragile dune formations. Fires are permitted on the beach below the extreme tide line. Do not build fires on dunes or in wooded areas. Insect repellent and mosquito netting are recommended as well as long sleeve shirts, pants and sunscreen. Practice Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics (wwwLNT.org). Keep a respectful distance from wildlife. Please call 228-875-9057 for more information.
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Naval Live Oaks Youth Group Tent Area
Open
Open All Year
Phone
850-934-2600
Details
Overnite use of the Naval Live Oaks Group Tenting Area is limited to organized youth groups (under the age of 18). Youths using the area will be supervised by one adult for every 10 youth in the group.
There is a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 40 people allowed. Overnight fees are as follows:
Groups of 10 through 25 persons: $20
Groups of 26 through 40 persons: $30.
The Group area has flush toilets, unheated showers, grills, picnic tables and a fire circle. There are no electrical outlets in the bathrooms.
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