Outdoor enthusiasts rejoice! Southern Mississippi has a wide variety of greenways for adventurers to explore. Experience thrilling beauty from our national and state parks, conservatories, and nature trails. Also, Mississippi’s Gulf Coast is a great place for bird watching. You can find both local and migratory birds- including bald eagles and endangered Sandhill Cranes- in distinct areas across the Gulf.
BAY ST. LOUIS HISTORIC WALKING & BIKING TOUR
This Walking/Biking Tour explores some historic sites such as the Hancock County Courthouse, the Alice Moseley House, and The Masonic Temple Building.
This wilderness hiking trail is tucked away in pristine De Soto National Forest. It is one of the finest hiking trails in all of the Southeastern U.S. The trail is situated along the Black Creek watershed, the only federally designated wild and scenic river in Mississippi.
Jones Park, located in Gulfport, Mississippi, offers visitors a variety of recreational fun and relaxation opportunities. A splash pad in the summer gives kids the perfect setting to be kids while cooling off in the flowing and misting water.
The Logtown Byway is a picturesque route that winds through hardwood trees and sleepy moss covered oaks that capture scenic views along the now extinct town of Logtown.
Currently, the MCBT identifies and provides detailed information for over 40 sites used by local birders. These sites are historically prime for birdwatching in the 6 coastal counties of Mississippi. Â
Pearlington Byway stretches from the town of Pearlington and intersects Highway 607. Along the way, visitors can view pine plantations and an abundance of deer. One unique feature along the byway is a mid-1900’s highway rest area.
This trail stretches along three miles of pristine marshes and Mississippi wetlands. The trail starts near the INFINITY Space Center and ends near the Pearl River and Logtown Cemetery.
The trail is an easy hike, taking visitors through a variety of wildlife habitats. Along the way, hikers have the opportunity to watch and learn about the rare birds and flora that are native and migratory to the region.
The jewel of the Santa Rosa Scenic Byway is McLeod Park, which is a recreational haven and is full of camping sites, pavilions, boat launches, nature trails, river beaches and swimming areas.
Shepard State Park is a wonderful place to spend the day, weekend, or longer. Unwind with nature on a solo trip or spend your time there grilling out and playing with family.
Ever since its inception, the Arboretum has strives to display vegetation and ecosystems native to Southern Mississippi. The mission of the Arboretum is to serve and study the native plants that share the planet with us.
The Pascagoula River Audubon Center acts as a gateway to the Pascagoula River; the center sits atop a nature preserve that protects more than 35,000 acres of land along the Pascagoula River. Wildlife along this river is quite diverse, with some species found nowhere else on Earth.
The Tuxachanie Trail is the perfect hiking trail for you to unwind and savor the scenery. This trail is appreciated by hikers of all skill levels, with plenty of spots to rest during your journey.
Twelve Oaks is the local term for the copious amounts of historic oak trees that can be found along Old Fort Bayou. Many of these trees are believed to be around 400-years young.