There are tons of beautiful places in the state, and this 686-mile road trip leads to some of the most scenic parts of Mississippi. From state parks to wildlife refuges, these idyllic locales are gorgeous, no matter what time of year it is.
As you can see, the route will take about 12.5 hours to complete.
google.com You don’t have to travel the whole route, though. Instead, you can pick and choose which sites you visit and in what order. To alter the route, click here.
- Tishomingo State Park (Tishomingo)
Sara Goughenour, Contributed Photo Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Tishomingo State Park is most known for its unique landscape of massive rock formations. There’s another upside to its locale – seasonal beauty! Because it’s in the northern part of the state, the park is no stranger to snow in the winter and vibrant foliage in the fall. For more info, click here. Tishomingo State Park, 105 Co Rd 90, Tishomingo, MS 38873, USA
- Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge (Starkville)
Caleb Abbott/Google When it comes to great scenery, Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge doesn’t disappoint. The 48,000-acre refuge boasts a variety of habitats, which only get more stunning as the seasons pass. For more info, click here. Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Contact Station, 13723 Bluff Lake Rd, Starkville, MS 39759, USA
- LeFleur’s Bluff State Park (Jackson)
Geoff Alexander/Flickr An urban oasis, LeFleur’s Bluff State Park is located in the heart of Jackson. The 305-acre park is brimming with perks, including nature trails that traverse wooded bluffs, river bottoms, lakes, and swamplands. Don’t forget your camera. For more info, click here. LeFleur’s Bluff State Park Mayes Lake, 3315 Lakeland Terrace, Jackson, MS 39216, USA
- Red Bluff (Foxworth)
Southern NatureShots, Contributed Photo Where better to take in great views than the Little Grand Canyon of Mississippi?! From the canyon’s rim, you’ll be treated to unparalleled vistas that stretch far and wide. And if the views from above don’t suffice, you can trek down to the bottom of the canyon. For more info, click here. Red Bluff, Mississippi 39483, USA
- Clark Creek Natural Area (Woodville)
Amanda Saxon/All Trails Without a doubt one of the most scenic spots in Mississippi, Clark Creek Natural Area boasts 700 acres of huge boulders, towering bluffs, rare flora, and waterfalls. For more info, click here. Clark Creek Natural Area, 366 Ft Adams Pond Rd, Woodville, MS 39669, USA
- Mississippi River Overlook (Vicksburg)
Bobby Wilbert/Google The Mighty Mississippi is an amazing sight any time of year – and one of the best places in the state to view it is the Mississippi River Overlook in Vicksburg. On a clear day, visibility spans for miles. For more info, click here. Mississippi River Overlook, 4080-4088 Washington St, Vicksburg, MS 39180, USA
- Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge (Cascilla)
Jason Anding/Google At 4,199 acres, Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge is one of the smaller refuges in the state, but that doesn’t make it any less impressive. With diverse habitats and a variety of wildlife, it’s overflowing with striking sights. For more info, click here. Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge, Cascilla, MS 38920, USA
So, what do you think? Are these the most scenic parts of Mississippi? Ever visited any of the places above? If so, what’d you think? Tell us!
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You don’t have to travel the whole route, though. Instead, you can pick and choose which sites you visit and in what order. To alter the route, click here.
Sara Goughenour, Contributed Photo
Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Tishomingo State Park is most known for its unique landscape of massive rock formations. There’s another upside to its locale – seasonal beauty! Because it’s in the northern part of the state, the park is no stranger to snow in the winter and vibrant foliage in the fall. For more info, click here.
Tishomingo State Park, 105 Co Rd 90, Tishomingo, MS 38873, USA
Caleb Abbott/Google
When it comes to great scenery, Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge doesn’t disappoint. The 48,000-acre refuge boasts a variety of habitats, which only get more stunning as the seasons pass. For more info, click here.
Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Contact Station, 13723 Bluff Lake Rd, Starkville, MS 39759, USA
Geoff Alexander/Flickr
An urban oasis, LeFleur’s Bluff State Park is located in the heart of Jackson. The 305-acre park is brimming with perks, including nature trails that traverse wooded bluffs, river bottoms, lakes, and swamplands. Don’t forget your camera. For more info, click here.
LeFleur’s Bluff State Park Mayes Lake, 3315 Lakeland Terrace, Jackson, MS 39216, USA
Southern NatureShots, Contributed Photo
Where better to take in great views than the Little Grand Canyon of Mississippi?! From the canyon’s rim, you’ll be treated to unparalleled vistas that stretch far and wide. And if the views from above don’t suffice, you can trek down to the bottom of the canyon. For more info, click here.
Red Bluff, Mississippi 39483, USA
Amanda Saxon/All Trails
Without a doubt one of the most scenic spots in Mississippi, Clark Creek Natural Area boasts 700 acres of huge boulders, towering bluffs, rare flora, and waterfalls. For more info, click here.
Clark Creek Natural Area, 366 Ft Adams Pond Rd, Woodville, MS 39669, USA
Bobby Wilbert/Google
The Mighty Mississippi is an amazing sight any time of year – and one of the best places in the state to view it is the Mississippi River Overlook in Vicksburg. On a clear day, visibility spans for miles. For more info, click here.
Mississippi River Overlook, 4080-4088 Washington St, Vicksburg, MS 39180, USA
Jason Anding/Google
At 4,199 acres, Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge is one of the smaller refuges in the state, but that doesn’t make it any less impressive. With diverse habitats and a variety of wildlife, it’s overflowing with striking sights. For more info, click here.
Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge, Cascilla, MS 38920, USA
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