Big Biloxi Recreation Area Reservations

National Forests in Mississippi, Mississippi

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Big Biloxi Recreation Area: closed after the May 26 flood

National Forests in Mississippi has closed this campground.

ClosedSince May 26

National Forests in Mississippi says: “Due to flooding on the Black Creek and Biloxi Rivers, the following sites at the DeSoto National Forest are temporarily closed for public safety”

Big Biloxi Recreation Area quick facts

Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.Open Recreation.gov
Campsites: 30 sites.
Location: National Forests in Mississippi.Campgrounds in National Forests in Mississippi Mississippi campgrounds

As of November 2026, Big Biloxi Recreation Area is a campground in National Forests in Mississippi with 30 campsites. Big Biloxi Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

Big Biloxi Recreation Area is located at 30.5691° N, 89.1297° W.

Big Biloxi Recreation Area reservations and next available dates

Next Available Dates

Open nights at Big Biloxi Recreation Area are listed on the reservation site.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Big Biloxi Recreation Area, read on November 12, 2026.

Campsites at Big Biloxi Recreation Area

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

About Big Biloxi Recreation Area

Overview

Big Biloxi Campground, located at the Big Biloxi Recreation Area, is a fully developed campground offering 25 campsites with water and electric hookups. The site also features a picnic area under a covered pavilion with tables and a grill. The site is located just off of Highway 49, which offers easy access to numerous recreations sites within the national forest as well as quick access to popular tourism sites along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Facilities

Big Biloxi Campground has a restroom and shower facility and picnic pavilion and paved parking area.

Natural Features

Big Biloxi Campground is located just outside the town of Saucier, MS on the Big Biloxi River within De Soto National Forest.

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Big Biloxi Recreation Area FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Big Biloxi Recreation Area?

Campsites at Big Biloxi Recreation Area are reserved on Recreation.gov.

What campgrounds are near Big Biloxi Recreation Area?

Campgrounds near Big Biloxi Recreation Area include Davis Bayou Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Big Biloxi Recreation Area?

Big Biloxi Recreation Area is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 30 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

Does PermitSnag send cancellation alerts for Big Biloxi Recreation Area?

No. Big Biloxi Recreation Area books direct through Recreation.gov, and this page has the booking link plus everything we know about the campground. That system does not publish this campground's availability in a form we can check, so there is no alert to set here. Cancellations still happen, usually 1-2 weeks before check-in, so check the reservation site close to your dates.

How many campsites does Big Biloxi Recreation Area have?

Big Biloxi Recreation Area has 30 campsites.