Mississippi

Looking for the best hiking in Mississippi? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Mississippi. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Hiking Spots in and near Mississippi

  • Foxworth, Mississippi

    Red Bluff

    4.5
    1.5 mi / 144 ft gain
    Starting about 300 or so feet up, Red Bluff offers beautiful views of a mini Grand Canyon that continues to grow with every rainfall. From the hike, to the road it has torn to shreds, or to the creek, Red Bluff offers many views to see some great aspects of Mother Nature. On the map, the skinny ...
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  • Woodville, Mississippi

    Hike the Clark Creek Primitive Trail

    4.7
    2.6 mi
    Many small cascades can be found along this creek. On hot summer days, it's a great place to jump in and cool off. There is a $3 fee per vehicle, plus an addition dollar per person for groups larger than two.
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  • Perkinston, Mississippi

    Hike the Tuxachanie Trail to Airey Lake

    3.5
    11.5 mi / 370 ft gain
    The Tuxachanie trail crosses a variety of wetland locations including sloughs, creeks, ponds, pitcher-plant bogs, and lowland swamps. There are bridges and wooden planks to aid in crossing most of these wetland environments. I only came across one crossing that seemed rather sketchy, and that one...
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  • Ackerman, Mississippi

    Camp at Choctaw Lake Recreation Area

    5.0
    The Choctaw Lake Recreation Area is great, as it provides opportunities for so many different recreational activities. Its two lakes can host various water activities (i.e. swimming, paddling, fishing, etc.). Cabin Lake is the smaller of the two lakes and is also the calmest. Then there is the 10...
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  • Hattiesburg, Mississippi

    Bike the Longleaf Trace

    5.0
    40.3 mi
    The Longleaf Trace is an old railroad line that has been paved over to convert it into a running, biking, hiking, equestrian trail. Doing the entire Longleaf Trace at once is an extremely strenuous task - Took me 7.5 hours! Luckily, there are plenty of waypoints along the Trace. This allows you t...
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  • Ocean Springs, Mississippi

    Bike or Run the Front Beach Walking Path

    5.0
    2.4 mi
    Tired of walking on a boring treadmill? Then come walk or bike along Front Beach in Ocean Springs. It is a very popular walking path because of its beauty and amenities. Fort Marpaus Park is located about halfway down the path and has a shaded pavilion, benches, and restrooms. There are two piers...
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  • Ocean Springs, Mississippi

    Biloxi Bay Bridge

    5.0
    3.46 mi / 39 ft gain
    This walking path is very popular among locals, and for good reason. The perfect excuse to get outside and soak up the South Mississippi sun, this path offers a great place to train for a 5K, go for a relaxing walk, or ride your bike. There are three benches on the bridge if you need to take a br...
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  • Ocean Springs, Mississippi

    Photograph the Wildlife at Davis Bayou Area

    5.0
    The Davis Bayou Area is an estuary teeming with wildlife. Its salt marshes serve as nurseries for crabs, fish, and other marine life; its coastal woodlands are home to pines, magnolias, and saw palmettos. The William M. Colmer Visitor Center is where visitors can view the park oriented film and e...
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  • Flora, Mississippi

    Walk Through the Mississippi Petrified Forest

    1 mi / 50 ft gain
    Mississippi Petrified Forest is a petrified forest located near Flora, Mississippi in the United States. It is a little over 20 miles northwest of Jackson. It is privately owned and open for public visits. The forest is believed to have been formed 36 million years ago when fir and maple logs was...
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  • Woodville, Mississippi

    Hike the Clark Creek Nature Area Loop

    4.0
    4.4 mi
    At times, this can be a very strenuous hike due to its steeply sloping loess bluff hills and frequent creek crossings. The trails are all marked with blazes and the occasional trail map. Clark Creek has over 50 waterfalls, many of which range from 10 to 30 feet. One of which along the trail has a...
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  • Enterprise, Mississippi

    Dunns Falls

    3.7
    0.36 mi / 98 ft gain
    The Dunn’s Falls near Enterprise, Mississippi offers a charming outdoor experience with scenic views of Dunn’s Falls and the Chunky River.  This adventure is popular for its easy access and tranquil atmosphere, the trail features gentle terrain, making it suitable for families and casual hiker...
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