Lucedale Mississippi HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE

1. De Soto National Forest Adventure through vast pine savannas, scenic creeks, and true wilderness on extensive designated hiking trails in De Soto National Forest.

2. Tuxachanie Trail Immerse yourself in the heart of De Soto National Forest on the Tuxachanie Trail, a premier backcountry hike winding through woodlands and wetlands.

3. Black Creek Wilderness Trek the Black Creek Wilderness area for wild, forested hiking along Mississippi's only designated National Wild and Scenic River.

4. Shepard State Park Get lost in coastal forests and tranquil bayous while exploring diverse hiking trails at Shepard State Park.

5. Sweetbay Bogs Preserve Discover rare pitcher plant bogs and nature trails bursting with wildflowers at Sweetbay Bogs Preserve.

6. The Crosby Arboretum Stroll through native forest and wetland ecosystems on interpretive trails at The Crosby Arboretum, a living museum of southern flora.

7. Gulf Islands National Seashore Explore scenic coastal forests, marshes, and barrier islands via miles of natural hiking trails at Gulf Islands National Seashore.

8. Pascagoula River Audubon Center Step into a nature preserve protecting river floodplain forests and hike trails teeming with unique wildlife at Pascagoula River Audubon Center.

9. Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge Observe rare birds and hike through pine savannas and wetland habitats at Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge.

10. Presley's Outing (Goode's Mill Lake) Unwind lakeside and wander scenic forest trails at Presley's Outing, a beloved local natural retreat.