If you have spent any time in Mississippi, you know what a beautiful state it is. Sure, we don’t have the giant mountains and huge canyons of the western United States. But what we do have are lush floodplains and a surprisingly hilly terrain. The Magnolia State is a hiker’s paradise, a year-round heaven for those who enjoy the outdoors. There are so many great trails in Mississippi just waiting to be explored. One spot in Mississippi that we adore is Saddleback Ridge and Flatrock Trail.
This gorgeous pair of trails makes a 2.9-mile loop inside Tishomingo State Park. It’s a great opportunity to view unique scenery in Mississippi that can’t be seen elsewhere in the state.
Larry Jarrett/Alltrails
The 1,530-acre park provides a unique experience in Mississippi. Rock formations and giant boulders are commonplace in some areas of the country. But this area is actually the only part of Mississippi that contains such rocks.
Maria Juras/Alltrails If you haven’t been here, this park is worth a visit from any corner of the state.
Since Tishomingo is in the foothills of the mighty Appalachian Mountains, the terrain is a good bit rockier than much of Mississippi.
Brian McCrery/Alltrails
This is such a gorgeous park. The Natchez Trace Parkway, one of the most scenic highways in Mississippi, runs right through Tishomingo.
Cassie Jordan/Alltrails
The landscape here looks downright primordial. Archaeologists have discovered evidence that the Paleo tribe lived here as early as 7000 B.C.
Erin Clardy West/Alltrails
Scampering and climbing over rocks is an unusual treat for Mississippians!
Megan Guntharp/Alltrails
You’ll see all kinds of interesting ferns and mosses that have grown on and around the boulders in their long history. The trail is great for bird watching or spying wildlife like deer and amphibians.
Annette George/Alltrails
When hiking the trail, as always, make sure to wear appropriate footwear and bring bug spray!
If you have spent any time in Mississippi, you know what a beautiful state it is. Sure, we don’t have the giant mountains and huge canyons of the western United States. But what we do have are lush floodplains and a surprisingly hilly terrain. The Magnolia State is a hiker’s paradise, a year-round heaven for those who enjoy the outdoors. There are so many great trails in Mississippi just waiting to be explored. One spot in Mississippi that we adore is Saddleback Ridge and Flatrock Trail.
Larry Jarrett/Alltrails
Maria Juras/Alltrails
If you haven’t been here, this park is worth a visit from any corner of the state.
Brian McCrery/Alltrails
Cassie Jordan/Alltrails
Erin Clardy West/Alltrails
Megan Guntharp/Alltrails
Annette George/Alltrails
Have you hiked the Saddleback Ridge and Flatrock Trail? Share your experiences in the comments!
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