Ocean Springs Mississippi HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE

1. Fontainebleau Nature Trail Venture through long-leaf pine forests and native wildflowers on this tranquil, mostly flat loop leading to Davis Bayou, offering classic Gulf Coast scenery.

2. Davis Bayou Area, Gulf Islands National Seashore Explore tidal marshes, maritime forests, and bayou views along designated hiking trails in this scenic section of the Gulf Islands National Seashore.

3. Shearwater Park Stroll beneath towering oaks and along peaceful bayou edges on wooded trails ideal for wildlife watching and nature photography.

4. Weeks Bayou Nature Trail Immerse yourself in a lush, coastal woodland setting with well-marked trails winding through native habitats and serene bayou vistas.

5. Twelve Oaks Nature Trail Enjoy a shaded walk under sprawling live oaks and discover hidden pockets of native plants on this inviting nature trail.

6. Tuxachanie National Recreation Trail Journey deep into De Soto National Forest on this extensive, well-maintained trail traversing pine savannas, bogs, and historic sites along an old railroad route.

7. Airey Lake Recreation Area Relax lakeside or hike through mixed pine and hardwood forests on trails that connect to the famed Tuxachanie route in De Soto National Forest.

8. De Soto National Forest Escape into vast wilderness with miles of designated hiking trails, towering longleaf pine stands, and diverse wildlife habitats.

9. Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge Experience rare pitcher plant bogs and maritime forests on boardwalks and natural trails through this renowned Gulf Coast preserve.

10. Pascagoula River Audubon Center Discover riverside hiking trails and elevated boardwalks weaving through wetlands and bottomland forests along the wild Pascagoula River.