Meridian Mississippi BEACHES & WATERFRONT ESCAPES

1. Bonita Lakes Park Unwind at an expansive city park featuring a scenic lakefront beach perfect for swimming, lakeside picnics, and wildlife observation along wooded nature trails.

2. Pine Springs Beach Sink your toes into golden sands at a tranquil lakeside spot, ideal for sunbathing, beachcombing, and relaxing in a serene natural setting.

3. Clarkco State Park Splash and swim at a picturesque lakeside beach surrounded by rolling woodlands, with picnic areas and hiking trails for outdoor fun.

4. Lake Lincoln State Park Hit the sandy beach for a classic day of swimming, paddling, and family-friendly lakeside recreation amid more than 1,000 acres of scenic parkland.

5. Okatibbee Lake Recreation Area Enjoy swimming and sunbathing at the lake's designated beach, with picnic shelters and boat access for a full day of water activities.

6. Archusa Creek Water Park Dive into a sandy lakeshore retreat with swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities surrounded by forested beauty.

7. Lake Tiak-O'Khata Make memories at a popular sandy beach with swimming, playgrounds, and shaded picnic spots on the shores of a sparkling lake.

8. Turkey Creek Water Park Relax along a sandy lakeside beach where families gather for swimming, canoeing, and picnics among pine forests.

9. Lake Lowndes State Park Bask on the lakeside beach and swim or kayak in clear waters surrounded by scenic rolling hills and mature woodlands.

10. Lake Lurleen State Park Dip into a popular sandy beach with swimming and lakeside play, nestled in a sprawling park just over the state line.