Waveland Mississippi HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE

1. Buccaneer State Park Immerse yourself in oak-shaded forests and coastal marshes along the Pirate's Alley Nature Trail at Buccaneer State Park, just steps from the Gulf.

2. Gulf Islands National Seashore Discover miles of protected barrier islands, maritime forests, and wilderness hiking trails at Gulf Islands National Seashore, where nature and history meet the sea.

3. Possum Walk Trail Trek three scenic miles through pristine marshes and Mississippi wetlands on the Possum Walk Trail, starting at the INFINITY Space Center.

4. Shepard State Park Unwind on tranquil forested trails and spot native wildlife at Shepard State Park, a serene escape along the Pascagoula River.

5. Tuxachanie Trail Venture deep into pine woods and pitcher plant bogs on the Tuxachanie Trail, one of Mississippi's signature wilderness hikes in the De Soto National Forest.

6. Crosby Arboretum Explore curated walking trails through native pine savannas, bogs, and woodlands at The Crosby Arboretum, a showcase of Mississippi's natural beauty.

7. Sweetbay Bogs Preserve Wander among rare hillside bogs and wildflowers at Sweetbay Bogs Preserve, a botanical treasure nestled in Stone County.

8. Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge Spot rare birds and hike through pine savanna and marsh at the Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge, vital habitat for the endangered Mississippi Sandhill Crane.

9. Pascagoula River Audubon Center Journey through riverside forests and nature preserves teeming with wildlife at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center, gateway to Mississippi's wildest river.

10. McLeod Park Set out on riverside hiking trails amid towering pines and shaded creek banks at McLeod Park, a recreational haven on the Jourdan River.