Details
3500 Park Road, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Gulf Islands National Seashore's Davis Bayou Campground offers tent and recreational vehicle camping experiences in a wooded area next to Davis Bayou in Mississippi. Campground office hours are 8 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Saturday.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
This campground is open year round. The campground office hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gate into the Davis Bayou Area closes at sunset year round. Check-in is after 1:00 p.m. and check out is 12:00 p.m.
Weather
The hot-season lasts for approximately four months, from mid-May through the end of September. Average daily high temperatures during this season exceed 84°F. Daily low temperatures during this season average 77°F. The cool-season for park lasts approximately three months, December through February. Average daily high temperatures during this season are below 66°F. Daily low temperatures during this season average 45°F. Learn more at https://www.nps.gov/guis/planyourvisit/weather.htm
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Showers
Cell Phone Reception
Laundry
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Directions
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.
Rates & Fees
Davis Bayou Campground Site
There is a standard year round rate for each of the campsites within the Davis Bayou Campground. Senior pass holders are eligible for a 50% discount on nightly fees.
Davis Bayou Campground Group Camping (10-25 campers)
The group camping area at the Davis Bayou Campground can accommodate groups for a single nightly rate.
Davis Bayou Campground Group Camping (26-40 campers)
The group camping area at the Davis Bayou Campground can accommodate groups for a single nightly rate.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
In developed campgrounds fires may be built in permanent grills (charcoal only) or fire rings at designated sites. Exception: Portable grills may be used at designated campsites by registered campers. Portable grills are not allowed on the beaches unless in an area where authorized beach fires are allowed.Regulations Overview
Front country camping is allowed by persons who have made a valid reservation for an individual campsite at the Davis Bayou Campground. Campers must obey all laws, regulations, and policy, particularly those listed in the Superintendent's Compendium Section 2.10.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
All roads are paved and each campsite features a paved pad.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Several sites have height, length, and slide restrictions, please consult the recreation.gov listing for details.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The campground features accessible restrooms and showers.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
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