Ship Island

Ship Island is a barrier island in Mississippi, USA. Southern beach faces the open ocean, so the water is clear and even slightly blue. There are no trees on the island, so it is better to rent a parasol ($15) and chair ($5). Near the main pier there is also Fort Massachusetts of 19th century. Shore and seabed: sand. [edit]

Coordinates: 30.212687, -88.968954

Hotels [edit]

There are no hotels, nor campsites on Ship Island. So feel free to choose any suitable hotel on the mainland, - these are relatively cheap in Mississippi.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Gulfport–Biloxi airport (GPT). Next get by taxi to Gulfport, and take a daily tour by Ship Island Excursions - except Mondays and Tuesdays.

When to go [edit]

The best time to relax on the beaches of Ship Island is a warm summer half of the year.

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