Recreation
Airey Lake
Site Closed
Temporary Closure at Airey Lake on the Desoto National Forest 1/29/2025 - View this page for updates and reopening infoPicnicking, fishing and hiking are among some favorite activities that can…
Ashe Lake
Site Open
Ashe Lake Recreation Area was originally built to provide water for Ashe Nursery.  The 8-acre lake is shallow with the deepest area about 15 feet. Visitors may enjoy fishing for bass, bream and…
Beaver Lake
Site Open
Beaver Lake is a 67-acre manmade lake dating from the days of railroad logging. One of the original railroad tramlines serves as a dam that traps and holds overflow water from a nearby creek. A…
Bienville Wildlife Management Area
Site Open
Bienville Wildlife Management Area is under the management of Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. For information concerning permits or if you have other questions, contact the…
Big Biloxi Recreation Area
Site Closed
The Big Biloxi Recreation Area lies on the banks of the Big Biloxi River.  The area provides a cool, refreshing experience from cities nearby. Facilities include 25 camping units, all with utility…
Big Creek Landing
Site Open
Big Creek Landing, located on a high bank overlooking Black Creek Wild and Scenic River, serves as the northern terminus and beginning/end point for both the Black Creek float trip and the Black…
Black Creek National Wild and Scenic River
Site Open
Black Creek, with it's deep, black water and white sand bars and colorful vertical bluffs, meanders through the De Soto National Forest with trees and flowering shrubs hanging over the…
Black Creek Shooting Range
Site Open
The Black Creek Shooting Range offers a large backstop with targets ranging from 25, 50, and 100 yards. Shooting bench available. Open from sunrise to sunset, seven days a week.Flyer with map
Black Creek Wilderness Area
Site Open
The Black Creek Wilderness was established in 1984 and contains slightly more than 5,000 acres. The Black Creek Wilderness is named after its dominant feature, Black Creek Wild and Scenic River,…
Blue Lake Recreation Area
This is a free day use site that includes areas for picnicking, including grills and picnic tables, fishing, a boat launch for small boats, three campsites, and a 2-mile educational nature trail. A…