Starting our new travel lifestyle with a calm, coastal New Year’s stop with rules that mattered
The time had finally come. Our bricks-and-sticks home in Texas was empty, with all the furniture and extra stuff in storage, and it was starting to get chilly in Texas. Although it was hard to say goodbye to a few of our friends and family, nothing else was holding us back from hitting the road. We were finally Florida-bound to visit after a few weeks of delay — but it was a delay well worth it! Mackenzie finished her private pilot license in Conroe just before the holidays, and we could not be more proud of her – plus we hope to get some great aerial views of places we visit!
Although we could have stayed in Texas a bit longer, we decided to travel over New Year’s Eve – and a lot came down to selecting a campground where we felt safe. We specifically chose Biloxi Bay RV Resort & Marina because it presented itself as a true RV resort with clear rules, active management, and a strict policy against setting off your own fireworks.
While I enjoy a good fireworks show here and there, when your entire life is parked just a few feet away from your neighbor, you don’t want to end up next to the community pyro. We needed a place that took safety seriously and also offered us an overall beautiful and relaxing experience after a few hard months of moving excitement and lots of studying for Mackenzie, along with our other basis needs.
Quick Facts About Biloxi Bay RV Resort & Marina
📍 Location: Biloxi, Mississippi (just a few miles south of I-10)
🗓️ Dates stayed: December 31, 2025 – January 3, 2026
🚐 Parking Pad: Level concrete pad with easy pull thru access
🔌 Hookups: Full hookups (30/50 amp + water + sewer) + Daily concierge trash pickup
🛜 Wi-Fi: Starlink had clear access with limited obstructions
📶 Cell signal: Verizon worked well
🐕 Dog-friendly: Yes with a small onsite dog park and large enough to walk the park or nearby neighborhood to let Claire stretch her legs
🏃 Running-friendly: Yes (offsite in Ocean Springs)
🌊 Water access
👍 Best for: Vacation stays, family travel, safety-conscious RVers
⚠️ Not ideal if: You want unstructured or party-style campgrounds
First Impressions (on New Year’s Eve)
The check-in process was easy and organized which we were so thankful for because we’d just driven 420 miles. We arrived on New Year’s Eve and their front office was closed, but we found all the information we needed to navigate to our campsite (and it had been emailed to us ahead of arrival as well).
Biloxi Bay RV Resort sits on sixty-two acres and the owners have built it with intention. The park is situated at the back of a residential neighborhood and the entrance is very clearly marked which we always appreciate. The park was very clean and orderly with newer RVs and motorcoaches occupying many of the campsites. We could tell from the beginning that they were serious about keeping up with maintenance and making sure folks follow the rules.
Campsites & Setup
We stayed at campsite 122 which was a concrete pull thru with a gravel parking pad on the side. The site was centrally located to go in or out of the campground and easy to access. We pulled right into our spot and were setup within 15-20 minutes. Our goal was to get situated before the University of Miami vs Ohio State college football game was on…and we were well within our time frame.
The park has about 250 campsites for RVs which are setup in three rings. There was a decent amount of space between sites and we were able to fit our fifth-wheel, F350, and Bronco on the space with little trouble. They also didn’t charge extra for an additional vehicle which we appreciated.
There are a few ponds and treed sections scattered across the park as well as beach access to the bay. Because everything was spacious and well laid out, it was very relaxing to walk the dog or stretch our legs while enjoying the views.
New Year’s Eve Reality Check
We booked this campsite only a few days before we would arrive in Biloxi so it was helpful that it’s a large RV resort that had quite a few spaces still open. But don’t get me wrong – there was probably at least 80% occupancy and everyone we came across was jovial and friendly.
When it came to New Year’s Eve celebrations, this RV resort had it all planned out. While personal fireworks were explicitly banned, the resort hosted their own fireworks show over the bay and poolside New Year’s Eve party for guests including entertainment. We decided to sit the party out but guests we spoke to seemed to enjoy the celebration and the park was rather quiet otherwise. Fire risk was very low and we slept well that night knowing that nothing was going to land on our roof or slides.
Resort Style Amenities
Biloxi Bay RV Resort & Marina has got all the things you could want in a gulf coast vacation destination including golf cart rentals if you want to get around the property quickly.
Do you like the water? Enjoy their beautiful pool with a view and separate lazy river for hanging out or bayfront water activities like kayaking and paddleboards (which you can rent onsite). Or bring your own boat and you can launch from their marina. You can also practice your disc golf skills at their two-hole course if you prefer activities on solid ground.
The resort overall seems fairly new and they definitely put thought into design and layout. All of their amenities were well maintained and they had several maintenance crew members onsite after the holiday. We enjoyed walking around and it was peaceful in the off-season but probably comes to life as Mississippi weather warms up!.
Connectivity and Remote-Work Readiness
We had great connectivity while we were here and although it was a light work week, we were able to get 5G coverage with Verizon and good speeds on the Starlink as well. There was minimal tree coverage at the campsite so we didn’t have much satellite interference either.
The Mississippi gulf coast is not a perfect option if Stefan needs to fly out for work but we weren’t anticipating any major trips over that time frame anyway. There is an airport about 30 minutes from the RV resort in Gulfport, MS, but there are unfortunately few direct flights where he would have needed to go.
Running & Marathon Training
One of the reasons we chose this area is because it was well suited for winter marathon training. Although the campground allows you to get some steps in, we drove over to Ocean Springs Beach and started from there for our seven mile run. There’s free public parking along the edge of the bridge and beach which made it a great starting point.
It is a really cute and beautiful area, stretching from manicured beaches into residential areas thru downtown Ocean Springs entertainment district. We enjoyed the variety of things we ran past and getting to know a bit more about this unique little town via foot, especially since the winter weather was rather moderate.
Small-Town Calm Meets City Energy
The location of Biloxi Bay RV Resort & Marina is really great and offers the best of both worlds. You can reach Biloxi’s casinos, energy, and city conveniences in about 15 minutes. Or you can travel to the more laid back Ocean Springs, also in 10-15 minutes. Both have an array of restaurants and hot spots to visit – but will leave you with a very different vibe.
This region worked really well as a pause point between Texas and Florida and we definitely would go back. It was close to the water, easy to explore, and mentally refreshing.
Who This Campground Is Perfect For (and Who It’s Not)
Perfect if you:
- Like a larger, structured RV resort experience
- Enjoy large sites but also getting you know your neighbors a little
- Value enforced rules and safety
- Are working remotely or training during travel
Probably not ideal if you:
- Prefer completely unstructured camping
- Don’t want to pay for any amenities
Would We Stay Again?
I’ve already spoiled the surprise, but yet, we would absolutely go back again. We appreciate the layout of the campground, the friendly and attentive staff, the easy access to restaurants and essentials, and the absolute calm and beauty of the entire area.
Bookmark this page if you’re planning a trip to Ocean Springs or Biloxi with your RV.
