Buccaneer State Park
Mississippi State Park
Write a Review 1150 South Beach Blvd. Waveland, MS 39576 228-467-3822 Reservations: 800-467-2757 Official WebsiteGPS: 30.2661, -89.4048
Overview of Buccaneer State Park
Last Price Paid: $45
Reported by Tyres_ontheRoad on 7/18/2024
Longest RV Reported: 42 feet (Toy Hauler Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Blake & Chelsea on 3/20/2019
Number of Sites 276
Reservations yes
Elevation 0 ft / 0 m
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Buccaneer State Park 33 people have reviewed this location.
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“Off-Season Stay”
Reviewed 7/18/2024
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | 83 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
We stayed here for about a week in January 2024 and overall had a pretty nice stay. At first glance, the park was beautiful. However, maybe because it was the off-season, it was a little less-cared-for after closer inspection. While walking our dog, I noticed many sites were littered with broken glass from previous campers which was... more
We stayed here for about a week in January 2024 and overall had a pretty nice stay. At first glance, the park was beautiful. However, maybe because it was the off-season, it was a little less-cared-for after closer inspection. While walking our dog, I noticed many sites were littered with broken glass from previous campers which was not cleaned up the entire time we were there. That is our only major complaint, but since it's a safety concern, it's a big one.
We were site 83 in the Pirates Cove loop where the sites were gravel and most seemed pretty level side-to-side, but many were raised up from the road by a foot or two. Most seemed to have decent spacing between other sites. A pretty big storm rolled through which left large areas of the back loop full of water. This area was also pushed up right against a very active railroad track which runs all day and night. The newer Gulf View sites near the entrance are paved and look very nice with excellent views of the water, but were too expensive for our budget.
On the last day of our stay, our RV's surge protector started throwing some power error codes. The maintenance team showed up quickly, but didn't have the equipment to fix the problem that day. The sewer hookups are built into these large concrete blocks and are almost a foot off the ground, so given the orientation of your particular site and sewer port location/height on your rig, your sewer hoses may have to run a little uphill. No other issues with sewer or water.
During our visit, the pool and water park were closed for the season, but the laundry room, gift shop, arcade, playground and restrooms were all open and quite nice! Since it was cold and rainy, we didn't try out the nature trail and disc golf course.
The park was mostly empty due to the time of year, and there wasn't much to do around the park except some shops and waterfront dining in Bay St. Louis (15 minute drive) and a casino (5 minute drive). We ended up taking a day-trip to New Orleans (1 hour drive) and spotted the Infinity Science Center about 20 minutes from the park.
You will have to cross the railroad track to get to the park regardless of which way you take. Since it's so close to the Gulf, the tracks are raised up on a pretty steep berm, so the crossings aren't very RV friendly. We managed our 30' travel trailer crossing on Waveland Ave. on the way in, but found the crossing on Clermont Blvd. (South West of the park) to be less extreme.
There are gas stations, grocery stores and some restaurants easily accessible on US90 in Waveland.
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“Beautiful view!”
Reviewed 4/7/2024
| Days stayed: | 4 |
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We stayed in a Gulf View site (at the front of the park, separate to the main campground) and loved having the view. There is some road noise, not bothersome at night. Concrete pads are clean and level, with grass on each side. Very generous spacing between sites, which we enjoyed. Probably the biggest spacing we’ve had in nearly a yea... more
We stayed in a Gulf View site (at the front of the park, separate to the main campground) and loved having the view. There is some road noise, not bothersome at night. Concrete pads are clean and level, with grass on each side. Very generous spacing between sites, which we enjoyed. Probably the biggest spacing we’ve had in nearly a year. Good base for touring the area.
Great water pressure, plenty of room to spread out on concrete pad, Starlink worked well.
If staying in a Gulf View site, take note you must register at the office toward the back of the park, but the turn-off to the sites is at the front of the park, as if you’re heading to the water park’s parking lot.
If you’re into fishing, you’ll literally just have a short walk across the road to the Gulf. A small beach and a long concrete walkway make for easy access.
camper-819235 would stay here again
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“Great Gulf View Spots!”
Reviewed 12/30/2023
| Days stayed: | 6 |
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| Site Number: | 222 |
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We haven't been here since Katrina Hit Back in 2005 and they added nice big concrete spots along beach blvd, big rig friendly with great views of the gulf just no shade! The other sections haven't changed since then small pads some big rig friendly but very small roads in the park Their is very small beach up front of the park ... more
We haven't been here since Katrina Hit Back in 2005 and they added nice big concrete spots along beach blvd, big rig friendly with great views of the gulf just no shade!
The other sections haven't changed since then small pads some big rig friendly but very small roads in the park
Their is very small beach up front of the park but just minutes from larger beaches
Att service avg 2 bars
Wifi is all over the park but slow
Has a camp store and a gameroom
Small laundry area
Very friendly staff
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camper-892222 would stay here again
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“Park Paced in Early January”
Reviewed 6/10/2023
| Nightly rate: | $34 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 109 |
| RV Length: | 27' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
PROS Site 109 level Site 109 shady Treasure Cove toilet/shower facility was heated and clean with ample TP Site pedestal grill Park roadways easily navigable Trash dumpster at campground loop entrance, which was walkable T-MOBILE 2-3 bars CONS Never saw park ranger drive thru campground in 3 days LOTS of n... more
PROS
Site 109 level
Site 109 shady
Treasure Cove toilet/shower facility was heated and clean with ample TP
Site pedestal grill
Park roadways easily navigable
Trash dumpster at campground loop entrance, which was walkable
T-MOBILE 2-3 bars
CONS
Never saw park ranger drive thru campground in 3 days
LOTS of noise! Railroad Avenue runs right behind Treasure Cove campground which is heavily traveled
Railroad track behind park has 2-3 trains passing by each night
No privacy from neighboring campsites
Non moveable concrete & wooden picnic table on concrete slab
Leash rules ignored by pet owners
No overnight security gate closure
Park laundromat had machines out of service
Never found a camp host nor were there any marked in campground map
No park WiFi
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Napunani would stay here again
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“Great off-season site, nice facilities”
Reviewed 4/4/2023
| Days stayed: | 14 |
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| Site Number: | 145 |
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They have done a decent job of rebuilding since last hurricane. They have several loops. The back loop sites are more remote, better privacy, more shade but the downside is the train that runs 3 to 4 times a day. All the rest are in the open with little shade or privacy but only a bit less noise from the train. They also have "premium"... more
They have done a decent job of rebuilding since last hurricane. They have several loops. The back loop sites are more remote, better privacy, more shade but the downside is the train that runs 3 to 4 times a day. All the rest are in the open with little shade or privacy but only a bit less noise from the train. They also have "premium" sites along S. Beach Blvd that will have an amazing Gulf view and steps away from a small secluded beach. As far as I can tell ALL the sites are full hookup. Good food, groceries, Wal-Mart 10 mins away. Walking trails, good bike routes through camp, 18 hole disc golf and playground for the kids.
If you work remote or need internet, ATT was only running 15 to 18 mbs & T-Mobile was virtually non existent.
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Chris would stay here again
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“Clean facilities, Friendly People, Paved Sites”
Reviewed 4/2/2023
| Days stayed: | 5 |
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| Site Number: | 119 |
Overall Rating
Very nice campground, busy but not loud. Well kept and clean. Right across from the beach. We were there during off season and had the beach all to ourselves. It’s a great location that isn’t too far from several attractions. An hour from Biloxi, an hour from New Orleans, and right down the road from a NASA Center.
camper-794035 would stay here again
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“Busy State Park”
Reviewed 2/17/2023
| Nightly rate: | $32 |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | 70 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Even though it was off season, this park stays busy. As noted in other reviews, the water park is not open during the winter. The sites are fairly level with concrete pads though without vegetation, there is no privacy between sites. The showers were clean and hot, and the laundry room was fine with 4 washers and 4 dryers each costi... more
Even though it was off season, this park stays busy. As noted in other reviews, the water park is not open during the winter. The sites are fairly level with concrete pads though without vegetation, there is no privacy between sites. The showers were clean and hot, and the laundry room was fine with 4 washers and 4 dryers each costing $2. Though I think 4 washers and 4 dryers are not enough for the number of sites here. Not a great deal of hiking from the park. There is a nature trail that is a couple of miles and you can of course walk along Beach Blvd. Good thing is there is very little traffic on Beach Blvd. Disc golf course that is the most heavily used disc course we have ever seen. It is not overrun, but just has constant players. Do not go for a walk out the south thinkin you will be able to walk in the north side of the park. There is a tall chainlink fence on the northern border for some reason so you can't walk in or out on that side. The south side is wide open for walking.
Lots of people leave bright lights on all night long for some reason. More than I would have expected, certainly more than I desired. I like to walk around in the morning before the sun comes up and you would just get blinded. I don't understand it. Starlink worked very well here.
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“Good to use as a base to visit local attractions off season. Water park and Pool closed during the winter.”
Reviewed 1/31/2023
| Nightly rate: | $34 |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
| Site Number: | 24 Loop 1 |
| RV Length: | 28' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
The park was easy to find. There is pavement all the way including the interior roads. Signage is adequate. Check in was efficient and friendly. The rules are fairly basic. Our site, 24 in Loop 1, was a back in that was just long enough for our Coach and Towed. Services (30/50 amp, water and sewer only) were to the left side. Distan... more
The park was easy to find. There is pavement all the way including the interior roads. Signage is adequate. Check in was efficient and friendly. The rules are fairly basic.
Our site, 24 in Loop 1, was a back in that was just long enough for our Coach and Towed. Services (30/50 amp, water and sewer only) were to the left side. Distancing is good as a State Park should be. Some sites had a vegetation privacy barrier. Each site has a table on a concrete patio and some have a fire pit. Our site was flat and even. Overall the park was well laid out, nicely groomed and a pleasure to be at.
There is park included wifi but it was weak and often impossible to log onto. Our Verizon hotspot worked well. We found a number of OTA channels and satellite should not be too difficult. We did not use the washrooms or showers but we checked and found them clean.
There is a Store, Games Room/Arcade etc available (in season). Disk Golf and a Playground and laundry facilities are always available. There is as a Water Park and Wading Pool as well but only during season and it is an additional cost to use them. The beach is a little far to walk to but there is parking available should you wish to drive there.
There are no restaurants or stores within easy walking distance but about a 15 minute drive away you can find food, shopping and convenience stores. We found this park to be a good base to use visiting the local attractions. We paid $34.24 per night (inc Taxes) and we feel we received fair value. We will be back if in the area again.
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The Rollin Ollens would stay here again
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“Lovely Maintained Park”
Reviewed 1/29/2023
| Nightly rate: | $16 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 118 |
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We had to arrive a day later and Sherry was very helpful to get us scheduled. Visiting in the off season worked well for us. I imagine in the warmer months the pools and water slides are very busy and fun for families. I liked all the places to take our bikes and access to the Gulf right across the street. Not far at all from I10. We s... more
We had to arrive a day later and Sherry was very helpful to get us scheduled. Visiting in the off season worked well for us. I imagine in the warmer months the pools and water slides are very busy and fun for families. I liked all the places to take our bikes and access to the Gulf right across the street. Not far at all from I10. We stayed in spot 118 with pretty marshland water behind us. A few spots over 121 probably has better shade for the warmer months.
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Stasia D would stay here again
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“Premium in name only ”
Reviewed 2/10/2022
| Nightly rate: | $34 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 46 |
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Was taken aback that although Mississippi provides discounts for disabled vets this park is not one of them because all spots are premium?!? The lady said it was because they have full hook ups but it’s because of location…however everything is shut down in the winter it’s like every other site. Shame on Mississippi and it’s treatmen... more
Was taken aback that although Mississippi provides discounts for disabled vets this park is not one of them because all spots are premium?!? The lady said it was because they have full hook ups but it’s because of location…however everything is shut down in the winter it’s like every other site. Shame on Mississippi and it’s treatment of not only disabled vets but anyone with a disability on a budget.
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Recreation
- picnic area
- playground
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- ADA Accessible
- laundry
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
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