Percy Quin Campground

McComb had its start in the 1870s as a maintenance shop for the Great Northern Railroad. To honor the city's heritage, a visit to the McComb Railroad Museum is in order to view its more than 1,500 cataloged artifacts, including a restored steam locomotive. And McComb remains in step with its past, with its typical laidback Southern town charm and welcoming atmosphere. Certainly, you’ll find several Mexican and even Asian restaurants, but every now and then, you encounter soul food, BBQ, and seafood. On the music front, "The Originator" of rock and roll Bo Diddley (born Ellas Bates McDaniel) was born just a few miles south of McComb, putting the city right on the Mississippi Blues Trail. Go bold and follow Highway 61 all the way north to Memphis, TN, or south to New Orleans, LA to trace the origins and inspirations of blues. Or if you want to keep it local, circle your travel calendar in early June and find a campsite at Percy Quin Campground when the Iron Horse Music and Heritage Festival kicks off in McComb. In addition to the musical significance of Highway 61, this iconic route also follows the course of the mighty Mississippi River, earning the designation as the Great River Road. And it’s indeed an epic road to drive on a campervan rental, given its rich history and scenery along the way. With more than two dozen gas stations in McComb and close to three dozen grocery and convenience stores, and an odd truck stop in the mix, heading south to the birthplace of jazz wouldn’t be a challenge. Two hours on the road, and you’ll soon find yourself on Bourbon Street. With the unique mix of destinations you can reach from Pike County, you’ll be inspired to book an RV rental in McComb, Mississippi, and embrace the adventures of the open road. And wherever it may take you, think of good vibes ahead.