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Buccaneer State Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 1,600 Google reviews · Indoor playground in Waveland, Mississippi
Camping, fishing, disk golf, nature trails & more on 400-acre park on the Gulf.
Plan your visit
- Ages parents visit with kids 2–10, going by reviews
- Admission around $6 — prices change and often vary by age or day, so check with the venue
- Café on site somewhere to grab a coffee and sit while the kids play
- Memberships available — worth asking about if you'd come back often
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (228) 467-3822
- Website mdwfp.com
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–5 PM |
What parents highlight
“The amenities, including clean restrooms and well-maintained shower facilities, made my stay even more comfortable.”
“From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the friendly staff who were eager to provide great customer service and helpful information about the park.”
What parents say
Will definitely be returning to this park next winter. Large and clean, plenty of space between camping sites. Laundry, ice, camp store, disc golf course, nature trail, playground, picnic areas. Massive water park but not open during our winter visit. Staff super friendly except for the gal in the camp store.
A Hidden Gem for RV Campers! I recently had the pleasure of camping in my RV at Buccaneer State Park, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the friendly staff who were eager to provide great customer service and helpful information about the park.
Great park! Across the road from the beach. The campground sites are at the back of the park, so peaceful. Park is kept mowed, bathrooms are clean but dated, they have a disc golf course in the park, a pool (open seasonally), a store, laundry and game room, plus trails to walk and plenty of road for biking.
The staff and location are great. No prettier spot in Mississippi. We've come here for about a decade. We never miss the pre Halloween trick or treat, that's awesome. Problem is, it seems like people are sicker in 2025 than ever before.
Birthday parties at Buccaneer State Park
Buccaneer State Park hosts birthday parties — confirmed on their own site. Packages, party rooms, and pricing change often, so check the current options and book ahead — weekend slots go fast at popular playgrounds.
Bringing a toddler?
Reviews and the venue's own info mention a dedicated toddler area or toddler times at Buccaneer State Park — a separate space where little ones can play without dodging big kids.
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