Nicholson Mississippi HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE

1. Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge Immerse yourself in wild bottomland forests and swamp scenery while hiking the primitive trails of Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge, just a short drive from Nicholson.

2. Bogue Chitto State Park Explore dramatic river bluffs and hardwood forests along miles of natural hiking trails at Bogue Chitto State Park, a favorite for both day hikes and nature watching.

3. Tuxachanie Trail Venture deep into De Soto National Forest along the Tuxachanie Trail, a 12-mile route through piney woods and wetlands perfect for day hikes or backpacking adventures.

4. Clark Creek Nature Area Discover rugged hills, rare Mississippi waterfalls, and lush hardwood forests on the challenging and scenic trails of Clark Creek Nature Area.

5. Tishomingo State Park Hike through dramatic rock outcroppings, fern-filled woodlands, and historic swinging bridges on the distinctive trails of Tishomingo State Park.

6. De Soto National Forest Experience classic southern wilderness with longleaf pine forests and sandy-bottom streams over hundreds of miles of hiking trails in De Soto National Forest.

7. Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge Traverse boardwalks and natural levees through pine savannas and marshes at Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, a haven for birders and hikers alike.

8. Fontainebleau State Park Wander beneath ancient live oaks and along sandy shorelines on the scenic hiking trails of Fontainebleau State Park overlooking Lake Pontchartrain.

9. Paul B. Johnson State Park Enjoy a classic Mississippi forest setting on the hiking trails winding through rolling pine hills and around the lake at Paul B. Johnson State Park.

10. Piney Woods Conservation Area Journey through native pine forests and wildflower meadows on quiet trails in the Piney Woods Conservation Area, right at the doorstep of Nicholson.