This 40.8-mile wilderness hiking trail is tucked away in pristine De Soto National Forest. The trail was constructed in the late 1970s and early 80s, and is situated along the Black Creek watershed, the only federally designated wild and scenic river in Mississippi.

Access points and parking is located at the Big Creek Landing Area in Hattiesburg, off Highway 29 near Janice Landing in Brooklyn, and at Fairley Bridge Landing in Wiggins. Hikers venture on a wide grassy path that meanders through longleaf pines, oaks, and other hardwood forests, as well as streams, ravines, and boardwalks. Camping is allowed, including on sandbars along the river.