State Parks Near Picayune, Mississippi

6 state park units lie within 50 miles of Picayune, including 4 parks across the line in Louisiana. The closest is Buccaneer State Park, about 24 mi southeast of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Buccaneer State Park24 mi southeast
Within 25 miles
1of 6 within 50 mi
With camping
63 with cabins
Dog-friendly
1pets allowed

State parks near Picayune, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Picayune; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Buccaneer State Park

    24 miles southeast · Waveland, Mississippi · State Park

    Things to do include golf, disc golf, swimming, hiking, and picnicking. Water access includes a swimming pool. Camping is available: 44 campsites, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites.

    44 campsitesSwimmingHiking$2 per person

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  2. Fontainebleau State Park

    25 miles southwest · Mandeville, Louisiana · State Park

    Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, biking, and wildlife watching.

    1 alert380 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  3. Fairview-Riverside State Park

    29 miles west · Madisonville, Louisiana · State Park

    Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.

    101 campsitesHikingFishingBoating

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  4. Bogue Chitto State Park

    33 miles northwest · Franklinton, Louisiana · State Park

    Visitors come for cave tours, horseback riding, golf, historic sites, and disc golf. Camping is available: 95 campsites across 4 camping areas, including tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and equestrian camping.

    1 alert95 campsitesCabins/lodgingHikingFishing

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  5. St. Bernard State Park

    48 miles south · Violet, Louisiana · State Park

    The park supports hiking and picnicking. Camping is available: 51 campsites across 3 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups.

    1 alert51 campsitesHiking

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  6. Paul B. Johnson State Park

    49 miles northeast · Hattiesburg, Mississippi · State Park

    Visitors come for golf, disc golf, winter sports, boating, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp.

    150 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedHikingFishingBoating$2 per person

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Picayune

  1. Buccaneer State Park 24 mi southeast · 44 campsites
  2. Fontainebleau State Park 25 mi southwest · 380 campsites
  3. Fairview-Riverside State Park 29 mi west · 101 campsites
  4. Bogue Chitto State Park 33 mi northwest · 95 campsites
  5. St. Bernard State Park 48 mi south · 51 campsites

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Cabins and lodging near Picayune

  1. Fontainebleau State Park 25 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Bogue Chitto State Park 33 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Paul B. Johnson State Park 49 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Picayune

  1. Paul B. Johnson State Park 49 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules

Swimming near Picayune

  1. Buccaneer State Park 24 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Fontainebleau State Park 25 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Picayune

  1. Buccaneer State Park 24 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  2. Fontainebleau State Park 25 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  3. Fairview-Riverside State Park 29 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  4. Bogue Chitto State Park 33 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  5. St. Bernard State Park 48 mi south · Hiking trails listed

+ 1 more in the list above

Fishing near Picayune

  1. Fontainebleau State Park 25 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  2. Fairview-Riverside State Park 29 mi west · Fishing listed
  3. Bogue Chitto State Park 33 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  4. Paul B. Johnson State Park 49 mi northeast · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Picayune

What is the closest state park to Picayune?

Buccaneer State Park is the closest, about 24 miles southeast of Picayune in a straight line. Next are Fontainebleau State Park and Fairview-Riverside State Park.

How many state parks are near Picayune?

6 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Picayune have camping?

6 parks list camping, the nearest being Buccaneer State Park, Fontainebleau State Park and Fairview-Riverside State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Picayune?

Yes, at 1 park, including Paul B. Johnson State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.

Are there free state parks near Picayune?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.