Davis Bayou Area

 

The Davis Bayou area is located near Ocean Springs, Mississippi. It features a campground, visitor center, boat launch, trails, and several boardwalks where visitors may overlook the bayous and glimpse wildlife.

Facilities

 

William M. Comer Visitor Center

Visitor center featuring exhibits, passport stamps, a park film, an observation deck, and more.

Davis Bayou Area Trails

Find a trail to hike on your visit.

Davis Bayou Campground

Reserve a Davis Bayou Campground site.

Davis Bayou Fishing Pier

Located near the visitor center and over the water.

Davis Bayou Picnic Area

Picnic tables, grills, restrooms and pavilions in a shaded area.

Davis Bayou Boat Launch

Access to Davis Bayou, surrounding bayous, and the Mississippi Sound,

 

Operating Hours

Area Gate: 8 a.m. to sunset (year-round)
Davis Bayou Boat Launch and Picnic Area: 6 a.m. to sunset
Campground Office: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tues - Sat
William M. Colmer Visitor Center 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Directions

Davis Bayou Area Map
Address: 3500 Park Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Visitor Center Phone: [phone]
Davis Bayou Campground: 228-230-4136

From Interstate 10: Take Exit 50 or 57 toward Ocean Springs. The area entrance is located at the intersection of U.S. 90 and Park Road, three miles east of downtown Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

Plan Your Visit

• Outside food is permitted. There are no concessions or stores in this area.
• Events with groups of 50 people or more must obtain a Special Use Permit to use pavilions.
• Fishing is only allowed from the designated pier and requires a license. Fishing is not allowed on the boat ramp dock.
• Swimming is not allowed in any area of Davis Bayou.
• To purchase of National Park Service pass visit the campground office only.
• Park Junior Ranger are available at the visitor center only.

 

Plan Your Visit

Know Before You Go

Park Rules & Regulations

You are responsible to know the rules and regulations of the national seashore prior to your visit.

Be prepared for Your Trip

Park Safety

The national seashore can be a challenging location, plan ahead to be prepared for your trip.

Conditions Change Quickly

Temporary Closures

Temporary road and other closures happen from time to time throughout the park. Visit this page to learn more.