Nature trails can serve many purposes, such as education, promoting healthy lifestyles through exercise, and allowing families to spend time together.
They can also be essential for economic development by helping communities recruit younger workers who value outdoor experiences.
Fannye Cook Natural Area
The Fannye Cook Natural Area, now being developed for public access and conservation education, encompasses 3,000 acres along the Pearl River in Flowood, just across the river from the state’s capital city.
Northeast Mississippi Nature Trail
Walk, run, or jog one of the three loops of this trail, which winds through wetlands, streams, forests, and native grasslands. Interpretive signs along the trail help families learn about local wildlife and habitats.
Sky Lake
Sky Lake contains ancient bald cypress trees, some more than 1,000 years old. Visitors can view the forest from the 1,700-foot long boardwalk or the 2.6-mile paddling trail.
The Old Cove
The Old Cove is a 300-acre area in west-central Webster County consisting of deep ravines between high bluffs and ridges.
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You can make a difference by helping conserve Mississippi’s natural areas for present and future generations. Together, we can make Mississippi a better place to live, work, and raise a family.
