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McLeod Water Park Campground (Hancock County Park)
Overview
McLeod Water Park Campground, managed by Hancock County, offers a peaceful retreat nestled along the scenic banks of the Jourdan River in Kiln, Mississippi. This park provides a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities, making it a staple for local campers and travelers passing through the Gulf Coast region. It features a lush, wooded environment that provides ample shade and a sense of privacy for visitors seeking a natural escape without sacrificing essential modern conveniences.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in the heart of Kiln, the campground is characterized by its proximity to the water and its dense canopy of trees. The coastal Mississippi landscape provides a serene backdrop, where the sounds of the river dominate the atmosphere. While the park feels secluded, it is conveniently located near major highways, allowing for easy access to the vibrant culture of the Mississippi Sound while maintaining a quiet, woodland setting that feels worlds away from the hustle of the city.
Amenities & Park Features
The facility is well-equipped for RVers, offering numerous sites with full hookups including water, sewer, and electricity. For families, the standout feature is the seasonal splash pad, which provides hours of entertainment during the warm summer months. Practical needs are met with clean bathhouses and on-site laundry facilities. Boaters will particularly appreciate the dedicated boat launch, which offers direct access to the Jourdan River for fishing, kayaking, or leisurely cruising.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Beyond the park boundaries, visitors can explore the wonders of the Infinity Science Center at the Stennis Space Center, located just a short drive away. The charming coastal town of Bay St. Louis offers boutique shopping and local dining, while the nearby Gulf Coast casinos provide nightlife and entertainment options. Nature enthusiasts can head to the coast for beach days or explore the local waterways to spot native wildlife in their natural habitats.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal destination for family travelers looking for a budget-friendly outdoor vacation with activities for children. It is also perfectly suited for boating and fishing enthusiasts who want immediate river access right from their home base. If you prefer a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere over a high-traffic resort experience, McLeod Water Park offers the perfect balance of comfort and the great outdoors for your next Mississippi adventure.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Breezy Bice
Love camping here! Beautiful scenery and all the employees are so friendly.
Dina Illg
This park is beautiful with lots of trees and RV sites that are very spacious. Rode bikes and walked on the trail. There is a splash pad for the kids, basketball court, playground, pavilions, couple of boat ramps, and staff is friendly. Only negative I saw was no shower curtain in bathroom. Will definitely go back.
Ashlyn Sargent
What a magical place! Found this park/campground just looking on google maps and it was such a gem!! I can’t wait to come and camp here one day!
Darla Dume
Very beautiful place to camp. Lots of inexpensive, roomy lots if you’re cheap. Lots of beautiful spots on the river if you’re willing to pay a little more. It’s right next to an airport and during the day you hear boats and kids playing but it’s silent at night. We enjoyed the nature trail to the cemetery but just walking the park itself was beautiful.
Tammie Schillinger
Very nice park, friendly park staff. We have our VW Club’s " Volksgiving there and always a fun time.
SCH Travel
Wow! We loved it here. We came in April and it was truly a great weekend. We took our boat and explored the tiny lake (more like a pond) and then into the river. We went up the river first a ways to finish seeing the campground and to explore the upper part of the Jordan River Blueway and then down all the way into Bay St. Louis which was about 30 minutes from the campground on the water. We absolutely loved it! While there we fished some and just rode and took in the scenery. So many different types of birds and turtles along the way. Two boat launches available and easy to accesss. The park is really clean and well kept. If you hate the sound of airplanes avoid this campground. They fly over all day everyday into the tiny airport down the road. Thankfully my kids just loved seeing and hearing them so no biggie for us Now! For the campground! Which was equally as gorgeous. We stayed in site 44b and 45 on the lake. We would stay in those same sites again. The playground and splash pad were a huge hit for our kids and being able to ride our golf cart around was a huge plus. Will be staying again! We ate at Dempseys seafood one night and were blow away. All the food was so good and reasonably priced. Highly recommend! All around we enjoyed it.
Rob Coleman
Very nice County Park. Sites are level concrete pads with full hookups, patio, and picnic table. Many of them are right on the river. Good areas for pets and kids. Bathhouses throughout the park. This is a very pretty setting, and Lazy Magnolia Brewery is close by. There is no WI-FI. Dumpster location (only one) is a bit inconvenient, especially if you are trying to dump trash on the way out after hitching up. Overall, great place to camp.
Sabrina Allen
LOUD music & loud people ALL night long. It's fun during the day, just don't stay the night 🙄 people lock the bathroom doors so others can't use it. Patrolled for a while but when it's actually needed to enforce noise curfew Noone to be seen.
Mo Barrett
Spacious park with a nice long pull through pad. Turning out of our site was a little challenging as a 90-degree turn was required (insufficient paved flare turn out). Had an over or under voltage on the 50 amp plug so stepped down our amperage to 30 (recommend a voltage/surge protector/detector).
Melanie Caddel
Very cute park with lots to do. There is a playground, lake, and a waterpark. Possibly more, but I was only there for 2 days. They are in the process of updating the RV spots. The bathrooms are pretty nice compared to other RV parks.