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“Gulf Coast - Mississippi” Southpoint.com
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 31 attractions in Biloxi
Traveler Description: Ship Island is a wonderful get-a-way 12 miles south of Biloxi and Gulfport, MS.   Locals go in their own boats and the Ship Island Excursion boat... more »
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Attraction type: Hot spring/geyser, Island
Activities: Leisure education

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“Ship Island”
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4 of 5 stars
sgf324
Gonzales, Louisiana
Aug 26, 2008

Very long walk from the boat dock to the south side of the island. Plan on bringing only the very basic of supplies. Concession stand was very good considering the remoteness of the island. Food and drink prices much more reasonable than I expected. I have read reviews of nudity on one end of the island, but I saw none... more

“The closest beach to the Midwest”
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5 of 5 stars
Lea&Chris
Saint Charles, Missouri
Jun 19, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

To get to the island you have to take a ferry which is about an hour 1 way but the boat is comfortable and has a snack bar. We were lucky enough to have dolphins follow us the whole way there and this is fairly common according to the crew. The island itself is very rustic; it is a good... more

“Ship Island”
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5 of 5 stars
washedashore
southeast
Jun 12, 2007
10/10 found this review helpful

My wife and I have been going to Ship Island for over a dozen years. It is a unique place and we love it. What we love most about it is the fact that it is a part of the National Seashore which is Federally owned property. As such it is acceptable to sunbathe nude if you so desire. Since... more

“worth the money”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
MISSOURI
May 14, 2006
7/8 found this review helpful

we have been coming to biloxi for 14 years..our favorite place is ship island!! the beaches and water are just beautiful ..the ship ride is relaxing and the staff is great..our trip would not be complete without going to the "island". thanks for a great and fun trip!! KEVIN AND KAEN FROM MISSOURI... more

“Beautiful”
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5 of 5 stars
JasperCountyNative
MS
Jul 22, 2005
12/12 found this review helpful

I have been going to Ship Island for years. The boat ride is very enjoyable (dolphins along side and seagulls that will eat from your hand). The old fort is a nice attraction, especially if you are into history. You can't beat the beach on the other side of the island. The water and sand are absolutely beautiful! As far... more

“Love Ship Island, but families with children need to be aware!”
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2 of 5 stars
cajungal
Schriever, Louisiana
Jun 19, 2004
55/61 found this review helpful

My friend and I went to Ship Island last weekend. I loved the boat ride and you do get to see the dolphins playing by the ship. The beach is pretty and water is great. But, be aware and if you have children, do not venture far from the area by the umbrellas. My friend and I decided to take... more

“Ship Island fun - but with a few catches!”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Metairie, LA
Jun 14, 2004
75/75 found this review helpful

A few friends and I went to Ship Island. At $20 a person, the boat ride is a bit pricey- but it is worth it for uncrowded beach. A few words of wisdom though: the boat ride is an hour each way, so be prepared for that. By the time you are ready to go, you'll still have another hour... more

“Great Beach Clear Water in Mississippi”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Houma, LA
Aug 14, 2003
75/77 found this review helpful

Our little girl has been asking to go to the beach. So we all headed out on the 3 hour trip to Biloxi. When we got there the beaches and water were not so great. The sand was full of trash and the water was dirty so we decided to take the boat out to ship island. The boat ride... more

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