Pow Camp Recreation Area

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Pow Camp Recreation Area Introduce

Pow Camp Recreation Area offers a unique blend of history and nature for visitors seeking outdoor adventures. Nestled in Saucier, Mississippi, this recreational area provides opportunities for camping, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. The site is known for its fun hiking trails that feature remnants of a former POW camp, adding a historical dimension to your journey. With a small lake on-site, visitors can enjoy both land and water activities.

The main trail at Pow Camp Recreation Area winds along a scenic creek for about two miles, offering intermediate-level challenges with tight sections and several creek crossings. Hikers should be prepared with trek poles and proper footwear, as the terrain can get rugged in places. The area is ideal for those who enjoy the thrill of overcoming natural obstacles while soaking in the beauty of nature.

Primitive camping is available, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. However, it's important to note that some guests have reported issues with trash left behind by previous visitors. While this can detract from the experience, the area still offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to connect with nature.

Overall, Pow Camp Recreation Area is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're interested in history, hiking, or simply enjoying time in nature, this recreation area provides a diverse range of experiences to suit your interests.

Nature and Scenery: Stunning trails with creek views and beautiful scenery.
Hiking: Intermediate-level trail with challenges like creek crossings and tight sections.
Camping: Primitive camping available for an authentic outdoor experience.
Lake Activities: Enjoy the small lake on-site for additional recreational opportunities.

Customer Feedback: Visitors have praised Pow Camp Recreation Area for its quiet, natural beauty and historical significance. Many appreciate the opportunity to explore trails with unique features like old POW camp remnants. However, some have noted issues with litter, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite this, most agree that the area is worth visiting and encourage others to help maintain its natural state by packing out all trash.

Details

Highlights
Picnics

Offerings
RV camping
RV electric hookup

Activities
Hiking

Amenities
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes

Parking
On-site parking

Pets
Dogs allowed

Location

Mississippi Harrison County Saucier

Customer Reviews

4.0

144 reviews

rob g

Jan 16, 2024

Overall great experience. Fun hiking trails with cool remnants of the POW camp, a small lake and nice areas for primitive camping. The main trail winds along the creek for a couple miles and it's beautiful scenery. The trail starts to open up a bit the further you walk. Its an intermediate trail overall. A few challenging creek crossings and the trail gets tight in a few areas. We use trek poles and these helped a lot to keep footing in many areas. Twice had to go under large fallen trees to continue on the trail, but hey that's hiking and we don't mind. If you're wearing shorts you might get a few brush scratches so plan accordingly. Make sure you have all your supplies before you arrive because the nearest gas/store is a drive.

Shane W

Nov 01, 2024

Great quiet place for camping, hiking and enjoying the lake. The main issue is the amount of trash that people leave behind around the area including the lake. There is a pile of trash you see as you enter the camping area along with other items of trash left behind throughout the area. But if you can get past all that , it's still a nice area to enjoy some time in nature.

alan sage

Nov 17, 2022

Abandoned Nissan frontier made parking there a little uncomfortable we only walked half the distance we were expecting to the trail became very narrow and over grown with many trees down. Several Alligator warnings at the lake and a couple geese that seemed territorial I would have gone a little farther but my wives weren't liking the look of the area. The other half of the Tuxachanie trail seemed more well maintained and traveled and seemed safer of a place to hike

Donald Rodriguez

Apr 20, 2022

Fantastic camping area and a cool look at old Military Prisoner of War history. Remnants of what look like Magazine Storage emplacements for Ammo and Explosives are seen made of pure cement.

Mary Cain

Dec 13, 2020

We camp here often and love it. We wish people would respect this space and not leave trash behind. There is a gator in the lake he is about 5 feet, someone has blinded one of his eyes. This is his home, you came to him so dont hurt him. He doesnt go far from the water ever so if you are scared just camp on the high land and dont let your little fufu dogs run around of leash. Please be RESPECTFUL of this place or we will lose it!