Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park
Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park is located just 10 miles north historic Natchez, the oldest settlement on the Mississippi River. Prior to the Civil War, over half of the millionaires in the entire United States lived in Natchez, constructing elegant mansions unrivaled in size and elegance by any in the nation. Most of these splendid homes were spared during the Civil War, and many are now open for tours. Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park is also famous in its own right. The largest bass in Mississippi history, a largemouth weighing 18.15 pounds, was caught in Natchez lake in 1992
Directions
From the intersection of Hwy 84 & Hwy 61: Take 61 North for approximately 4 miles to the community of Stanton, turn RIGHT onto State Park Rd., proceed ¼ of a mile to the intersection of State Park & Wickcliff Rd. turn LEFT onto Wickcliff Rd. proceed ¼ of a mile, turn RIGHT. Welcome to Natchez State Park. Mailing
Address: Natchez State Park - 230B Wickcliff Road, Natchez, MS 39120
Park Office 601. 442-2658
Day Use
A day use entry fee is charged for all day use visitors.
- Entrance fee $2.00 per person, 5 years of age and under - free
Stay the Night
50 Developed Camping sites, 8 Tent Camping sites, 10 Lakeside Vacation Cabin units, and a Laundry Facility located in the Campground B bathhouse.
Things to Do
Disc Golf, Picnic Area/Shelter, Playground, Nature Trail, Freshwater Fishing, and a Boat Launch.
Things to Know
Mississippi State Park Fees, Rules, and Regulations
Area Attractions
The following attractions are located within a short drive of Natchez State Park. The park staff will be happy to provide you with directions.
- Antebellum Homes (Natchez)
- Natchez Tourism
- Grand Village of the Natchez Indians (Natchez)
- Emerald Mound (Natchez)
- Old South Winery (Natchez)
- Historic Jefferson College (Washington)
- Golf Courses
- Natchez Trace Parkway
- Sandy Creek Wildlife Management Area
- Caston Creek Wildlife Management Area
- Homochitto National Forest
- Mississippi River
Annual Events
Permit draw deer hunts start in October and end in January
Permit draw turkey hunts start in March and end in April
February
Mardi Gras, Natchez MS
March/April
Spring Pilgrimage, Natchez/Port Gibson MS
October
Fall Pilgrimage, Natchez MS
Great Mississippi Balloon Race, Natchez MS
December
Christmas in Natchez
The Visitor's Center houses the park office. For specific information on facilities, contact the park office (601) 442-2658
