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Milepost 193.1 Natchez Trace Parkway / Bright Road & Prewitt Road, Ackerman, MS, 39735
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Jeff Busby Campground at milepost 193.1, midway on the Parkway, includes an 18-site campground, picnic tables, restrooms, trails, exhibits and an overlook atop Little Mountain. Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Pull-through and back-in sites are available. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. There is no fee for camping. There is a 14 day stay limit.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
The campground is open year-round, first-come, first-served.
Weather
Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Thunderstorms are common in Mississippi, especially in the southern part of the state, and from June through November, the state is occasionally affected by hurricanes moving north from the Gulf of Mexico. Check local forecasts.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Directions
At mile post 193.1 exit off of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Take the first left to enter into the campground. Latitude: 33.4170 Longitude: -89.2693
Rates & Fees
No fee
Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fire Rings provided and campfires are allowed.Regulations Overview
•Maximum Vehicle Length: 55 feet (including towing vehicle) •Maximum Vehicle Height: 14 feet •Maximum Stay: 14 days per calendar year •Campsites are first-come first serve •Camp only in designated areas •Connecting to utilities (water & electric) is prohibited •All vehicle tires must remain on pavement •Fires are permitted in personal or provided grills and fire rings only •Fires may be ignited and maintained only by using fuel sources designed and commonly used for warmth or food preparation; all other materials are prohibited •Only dead and down wood may be gathered for campfire use •All campfires must be completely extinguished when not attended •Maximum of 2 pets per site •Pets must always be on a leash no longer than 6 feet •Pets may not be left unattended tied to an object •Pet waste must be cleaned up and disposed properly •Digging or leveling of campsites is prohibited •Cutting of vegetation is prohibited •Garbage must be placed in garbage cansAccessibility
Wheelchair Access
Yes.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
No electric or plumbing hookups. The length restriction for RVs is 55 feet, including a tow vehicle, and the height restriction is 14 feet. The Parkway can accommodate an RV weighing up to 40,000 pounds.
RV Maximum Length
55
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Services available: restrooms, designated campsite with picnic table.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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