10 Awesome Outings Everyone In Mississippi Should Take Before They Die
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Throughout the past year, we told you about some great sites and attractions in the Magnolia State. And now, as we welcome 2019, it seemed like the perfect time to look back at some of the can’t-miss places we’ve highlighted. So, get your planner out and keep reading to discover 10 awesome outings you’ve got to take this year… or at least before you die.
Far from your typical campground, the Toomsuba KOA features an amazing 550-foot water slide that winds through the trees for a thrilling adventure like no other. Read our original article here.
Located in Flora, Mississippi’s Petrified Forest is home to 36-million-year-old trees! But the age of the trees isn’t the only thing that makes the forest interesting. Unlike most forests, the trees in this forest are made of stone. Dubbed a "natural phenomenon," the Petrified Forest is a must visit for all ages. Read our original article here.
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Immerse yourself in history with a visit to Grand Gulf Military Park, which you’ll find about 10 miles north of Port Gibson in the ghost town of Grand Gulf. The 400-acre park features forts, a historic cemetery, museum, and several restored buildings that date back to Grand Gulf's heyday. Read our original article here.
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Take your next night out from ordinary to extraordinary by booking a dinner cruise on Biloxi’s Betsy Ann Riverboat. Held throughout the year, the dinner cruises are catered by some of the best restaurants on the Gulf Coast, which means the fare is sure to be as impressive as the scenery. Read our original article here.
We may not have a lot of waterfalls in Mississippi, but we sure do have some pretty ones — and Cooper Falls is a perfect example. The stunning 50-foot waterfall is located on Pickwick Lake in Iuka. It’s only accessible by boat, but don’t let that discourage you from visiting. The waterfall is just a short boat ride from J.P. Coleman State Park. Read our original article here.
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Fall may be a long way off, but you don’t want to let it pass without a visit to Coastal Ridge Farm in Picayune. We first told you about the farm back in September, when it opened for its Sunflower U-Pick Season. The sunflowers are available for pickin’ throughout October. This is one seasonal activity that’s sure to become a family favorite. Read our original article here.
There are a lot of great hiking trails in the Magnolia State, but not all of them lead to interesting remnants from the past like the Tuxachanie Trail. A must-visit for avid hikers and history buffs alike, the route includes plenty of beautiful views before coming to an end at an abandoned POW camp from WWII. Read our original article here.
The only thing better than a day at the beach is a day at your very own private beach. The idea may seem a little far-fetched, but it’s actually a lot more plausible than you think thanks to the resort — Paradise in Picayune. Read our original article here.
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Small town Mississippi is full of surprises — and one of those surprises is the state’s only drive-in theater. That’s right; there’s a real drive-in in the small town of Iuka. Providing a viewing experience that’s sure to be as memorable as it is nostalgic, a visit to the drive-in is a must. Read our original article here.
Make 2019 a year to remember by going swimming with dolphins. It’s actually a real possibility thanks to Ocean Adventures Marine Park in Gulfport. The enormous facility also offers the option to swim with sharks and stingrays — and that’s in addition to an interactive museum, touch pools, and more. Read our original article here.
So, have you been to the places listed above? Have a site to add? Tell us in the comments section.
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