It seems that every time I find myself in Jackson, Mississippi, I find myself heading over to…read moreBarnett Reservoir. I just enjoy the overall vibe of the reservoir. There are parks and restaurants around the reservoir. I really enjoyed the vibe of here and again, whenever I come to Jackson, Mississippi, I feel drawn here. If you are in the Jackson, Dissappear, I would strongly recommend heading to Barnett Reservoir.

My old college apartment is right down the street. This reservoir was the main reason I moved to…read morethe area twenty-something years ago to attend Jackson State University, and I'm still in love with it today. I visit every time I come here. It gets more beautiful and peaceful with each visit. It's funny because I see so many young people walking around, and I know they are college students, just like I was trying to live in this area because of the water. But I made it work, and so are they, making it work. Yep, that little one-bedroom apartment was worth every penny to see the Barnett Reservoir every day.

This is a great place to rent kayaks from. Went on a Saturday with a rather large group and the…read morestaff were helpful and nice. We were excited to hear that the path was 8 miles, which had a few waterfalls and rapids. There is a main building to pay for your rentals and additional items like waterproof phone pouches or eyeglass straps. There another building for the restrooms and showers for customers. After we paid, we waited for a designated bus to give us a ride to the kayak drop off spot at the Seminary Bridge. Every kayak was laid out for us already and we just had to choose one to bring to the water. Okatoma Creek was very relaxing and had a few small waterfalls that actually flipped some kayaks over. It was funny and scary at the same time for some members of my group. There were also a few sandbars that we "parked" our kayaks and relaxed at. At the end of our kayaking trip, we returned our kayaks right at the spot where we parked our cars! Overall, this is a great place to bring your family and friends to enjoy Okatoma Creek! Prices are good for how long the trip is and fun with all of the waterfalls and rapids.

So this is going to be a long post sorry not sorry!! But Lemme start off with I'm not one for…read morecoming to social media to bash a business, but this is apparently the only way I'll be able to get answers. I've been told they would call several times and nothing soooo I know stuff happens beyond our control, but what was supposed to have been a fun time with some friends for just a night away turned sour quick. This could have been handled so much better in my opinion. so for Saturday (October 21st) we had a cabin booked at Seminary cabin and canoe rentals (cypress cabin). Never been before but FACEBOOK REVIEWS looked like it was decent. I didn't think about looking at yelp or Google which I should have I booked back in August (18th maybe don't remember exact date), paid deposit which is fine I understand most places you have to. Well I asked was there a certain time to check in the lady I spoke with was like no so I got there about 4:10 drove around bc signs are not that clear and I found the office, which might I add was giving creepy vibes I was expecting some hills have eyes mess to walk out the woods and strangle me tbh, walked up to the door of the office it was locked and no sign/note of anything of what to do so I messaged the Facebook page AND called the number the only number I know on there page, no answer. So I went driving around and found the cabin after taking some path, when I pulled up this overwhelming feeling came over me. Now I have anxiety so there's a lot that creeps me out so I just brushed off as being nervous being by myself but y'all there was NO BODY ELSE THERE in the area like no other campers, nothing that I could see, I left the car running (locked of course) and went inside i had my boyfriend on the phone, the stairs were wobbly and looked crooked, door was just about open I like pushed with A finger lightly and it opened. I felt like I was being watched. I looked in the bedrooms and the plastic covers were off like no one cleaned them before we got there, the stove was taped with duct tape I could barely get it to open now who would wanna cook on that. I turned the light on in the hall and it automatically blew I didn't even make it upstairs to see that area. I opened the fridge and freezer just for a split second and closed it just to see what was inside and y'all the smell of pneumonia and rubbing alcohol hit me like a freight train, I told my boyfriend who was on the phone I have to go that was the final straw i was by myself trying to drive dizzy (I know not smart but I did not feel safe). i drove around one way I thought was to get out, it did lead back out to the main road and the gate thing was locked. Im sure I could have went around but I just turned around and went out the way I came in. Might I add at the end of the road there was a hunting house in the middle of the fork in between the 2 cabins. I called the number again to tell them I was not staying, no answer of course. So I send them a message telling them I would not be staying. Almost an hour later from my last message they reply saying give me a call,, of course I did and guess what NO ANSWER!! this is unacceptable they will not respond to messages or calls so I can have answers but from what I can see I'm not the only who had this problem. I feel like I deserve a refund maybe just me but what was supposed to have been a good night for some mamas/friends was very let down. Also Seems like when I was asking info about cabin to book they were very attentive. I just want answers and to tell yall DO NOT BOOK WITH THESE PEOPLE!! Included is pictures of what I remember to take! Along with TIMES that I called and other yelp reviews that I should have read in the first place!

Fun, inexpensive way to enjoy a day on the water. Angi and her crew are on point. Informative and…read morefun. We had a great day kayaking The Rez on their equipment. Highly recommend giving her a shout for a tour.

Got to do a bit of kayaking yesterday. It was really pretty and peaceful. If you like to kayak…read moreevery now and then (but not enough to own your own boat), then give Angie at Pearl River Kayaks a call. She'll meet you with a kayak, get you all set up, give you advice on where to paddle if you want it, and then pick up your kayak when your finished. You can stay out all day if you want! Sooo easy, and all for $35. Angie's awesome! I highly recommend the experience! I did the Upper Pearl River route, but there are two other routes to choose from. Call to make an appointment. She's very friendly and helpful, and she is especially welcoming to newbies. Go with groups, or go solo!

They owners are very nice and polite. We did a three hour (7mile) float down the river. It was very…read morepretty and had many places to stop and take a snack break :)

The rv site is situated next to the Chunky River in a beautiful wooded park. A train track and old…read moretrestle run along one side, and are a cool feature if you don't mind the horn late at night. Most of the sites do not include sewage because of the proximity to the river but there is a dump station at the trading post. There is also a bathroom and shower and a laundry. The rates are not expensive and on the low end. There are also kayak rentals. Nice place to stay.