State Parks Near Vicksburg, Mississippi

3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Vicksburg, including 2 parks across the line in Louisiana. The closest is Lake Bruin State Park, about 31 mi southwest of town. None are within 25 miles, so plan on a half-day trip.

Closest park
Lake Bruin State Park31 mi southwest
Within 25 miles
0of 3 within 50 mi
With camping
32 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Vicksburg, nearest first

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

  1. Lake Bruin State Park

    31 miles southwest · St. Joseph, Louisiana · State Park

    Visitors come for boating, fishing, and picnicking. Water access includes a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 47 campsites across 3 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups). Roofed lodging includes cabins.

    47 campsitesCabins/lodgingFishingBoating

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  2. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park

    38 miles west · Delhi, Louisiana · State Park

    The park supports historic sites, boating, swimming, wildlife watching, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are 54 campsites across 2 camping areas (tent sites).

    1 alert54 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  3. LeFleur's Bluff State Park

    43 miles east · Jackson, Mississippi · State Park

    Things to do include golf, disc golf, boating, fishing, and picnicking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.

    28 campsitesHikingFishingBoating$2 per person

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Vicksburg

  1. Lake Bruin State Park 31 mi southwest · 47 campsites
  2. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park 38 mi west · 54 campsites
  3. LeFleur's Bluff State Park 43 mi east · 28 campsites

Cabins and lodging near Vicksburg

  1. Lake Bruin State Park 31 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park 38 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Vicksburg

  1. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park 38 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Vicksburg

  1. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park 38 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  2. LeFleur's Bluff State Park 43 mi east · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Vicksburg

  1. Lake Bruin State Park 31 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  2. Poverty Point Reservoir State Park 38 mi west · Fishing listed
  3. LeFleur's Bluff State Park 43 mi east · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Vicksburg

What is the closest state park to Vicksburg?

Lake Bruin State Park is the closest, about 31 miles southwest of Vicksburg in a straight line. Next are Poverty Point Reservoir State Park and LeFleur's Bluff State Park.

How many state parks are near Vicksburg?

3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 0 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Vicksburg have camping?

3 parks list camping, the nearest being Lake Bruin State Park, Poverty Point Reservoir State Park and LeFleur's Bluff State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Vicksburg?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Vicksburg?

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.