West Mississippi HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE

1. Holmes County State Park Explore scenic hardwood forests and peaceful lakes on designated hiking trails at Holmes County State Park, a local favorite for outdoor enthusiasts.

2. Hillside National Wildlife Refuge Immerse yourself in a pristine Delta wilderness and hike the walking trail surrounded by abundant wildlife at Hillside National Wildlife Refuge.

3. Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge Wander through bottomland hardwood forests and marshes on trails that provide birdwatching and wildlife viewing at Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge.

4. Leroy Percy State Park Discover Mississippi's oldest state park and its peaceful nature trails winding through cypress swamps and wildlife-rich forests at Leroy Percy State Park.

5. Blue Lake Nature Trail Stroll beneath towering trees along the Blue Lake Nature Trail, which offers serene lakeside scenery and opportunities to spot native birds and wildlife.

6. Yockanookany Section, Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail Hike through rolling hills and dense forests on the Yockanookany Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail, renowned for its natural beauty and history.

7. Golden Memorial State Park Enjoy tranquil forest hikes around a spring-fed lake and through vibrant wildflower meadows at Golden Memorial State Park.

8. Delta National Forest Traverse one of Mississippi's only bottomland hardwood forests on secluded hiking trails through the Delta National Forest's wild expanse.

9. Longleaf Trace Trek the scenic, multi-use Longleaf Trace, a 44-mile trail through pine forests and charming small towns, ideal for day hikes and nature exploration.

10. Paul B. Johnson State Park Wander established nature trails beneath stately longleaf pines and around shimmering lakes at Paul B. Johnson State Park.