Waveland (Mississippi)

Waveland is a city in the Gulf Coast (Mississippi) region.

In August of 2005, Waveland had the misfortune of being more or less wiped clean like a used slate by Hurricane Katrina, a bit of bad deja vu after being stricken by Camille before in 1969. But, like a tenacious pioneer on some hostile landscape, it tries to hold onto its precarious foothold by the sea.

• 30.28645-89.374251 Waveland Ground Zero Hurricane Museum, 335 Coleman Ave, ☏ +1 228 467-9012. Reflections on Katrina and Camille and other storms that have menaced Waveland's livelihood.  (updated Oct 2021)

• 30.2711-89.37911 Waveland Beach (near intersection of Waveland Ave and South Beach Blvd). Hit the beach. It can be a little murky at times, but not bad. On the eastern side, you'll find a veterans memorial and pier.  (updated Oct 2021)
• 30.26415-89.404452 Buccaneer State Park, 1150 S Beach Blvd, ☏ +1 228-467-3822, buccaneerstatepark@wfp.ms.gov. Nature trails, beach, lagoons, disc golf and camping available.  
• 30.26226-89.404463 Buccaneer Bay Waterpark, 1150 S Beach Blvd, ☏ +1 228 467-3822. Water park fun zone with a dynamic wave pool.  

Camping at Buccaneer State Park. It's sure to be a memorable experience.

Wi-Fi and mobile phone service are widely available in Waveland, with good coverage in the developed parts of the city.

• Bay St. Louis — Historic coastal town immediately east of Waveland with restaurants, shops and waterfront attractions.
• Pass Christian — Coastal community farther east known for its beaches and historic homes.
• Gulfport — Larger Gulf Coast city with beaches, shopping and entertainment.
• Biloxi — Major Mississippi Gulf Coast destination with beaches, museums and historic sites.
• New Orleans — Major Louisiana city west of Waveland, known for its music, food and distinctive culture.