Campsite Odds

Booking odds · September

Davis Lake Campground in September: How Hard Is It to Book?

Davis Lake Campground · MS · National Forests in Mississippi

The verdict

Easy

Booking difficulty 2 out of 10. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

September rarely sells out — you can often book close to your trip.

Davis Lake Campground in September scores 2 out of 10 for booking difficulty — easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical September booking was locked in about 12 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 16% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Tuesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 12% of bookings12%Same day1–3d: 3% of bookings1–3d4–7d: 21% of bookings21%4–7d1–2wk: 16% of bookings16%1–2wk2–4wk: 14% of bookings14%2–4wk1–2mo: 16% of bookings16%1–2mo2–3mo: 3% of bookings2–3mo3–6mo: 14% of bookings14%3–6mo6mo+: 1% of bookings6mo+Median booking lead time: 12 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Tuesday in September. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

Booking window · September 2027

When September reservations open

Reservations for Davis Lake Campground in September 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

September 1 stays open

March 1, 2027

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for September 1, 2027 become bookable on March 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout September releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Davis Lake Campground?

Please note an additional $6 utility fee will be added to the $14 daily rate for single family campsites (Total: $20/night). Shelter GS1+ costs: $40 if less than 50 people. $80 if more than 50 people. Each vehicle using the rented pavilion is required to pay the day use fee of $5, this includes the renter of the pavilion. Exact fare; no change given for camping or day use payment methods.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in September

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

BLUE BLUFF CAMPGROUND (ABERDEEN MS)

MSEasy

Dub Patton Campground

MSEasy

South Abutment Campground

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FAQ

Davis Lake Campground in September: common questions

How hard is it to book Davis Lake Campground in September?
Davis Lake Campground rates 2 out of 10 for September — Easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.
How far in advance should I book Davis Lake Campground for September?
The typical September reservation was made about 12 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do September reservations open for Davis Lake Campground?
Reservations for Davis Lake Campground in September 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for September 1 become bookable on March 1, 2027 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Davis Lake Campground in September?
Arrivals are lightest on Tuesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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