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SPORTS & OUTDOORS
There are so many great things about living on the Coast. One of my favorites is that no matter where
you live, you don’t have to travel far to find something fun to do outside. From Moss Point to Bay St. Louis, there is plenty to keep you busy without spending much time in the car.
In Moss Point you can explore the boardwalks, trails and rent kayaks to experience the wildlife and beauty at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center. The Escatawpa River provides an endless amount of options for paddling. There’s also McCoy’s River and Marsh Tours where you’ll have a guided tour through the marshlands.
disc golf, practice on the archery course, ride their mountain bike trails or just chill. The Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge offers guided tours or you can hike the trails to check out the endangered birds and other wildlife. And Gautier City Park has playgrounds, walking trails and sports facilities right in town.
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Pascagoula
Ocean Springs
Pascagoula has Beach Park where you can spend the day relaxing, picnicking, walking the trails or having fun with your kids on the playgrounds. The historic Round Island Lighthouse and surrounding park offer scenic views of the Pascagoula River.
Ocean Springs has Front Beach where you can relax on the sandy shores; swim in the warm water; walk, run or ride your bike. You can explore the Davis Bayou Area at the Gulf Islands National Seashore, walk the nature trails, enjoy
Fort Massachusetts on Ship Island.
Moss Point
Gautier
Shepard State Park in Gautier has so much to offer! You can camp, hike, play
story by Joey Lee photos courtesy of featured location