The restrooms on-site are outhouses (toilet seat is there, on top of a deep hole to catch your…read morewaste). This is a very beautiful historical park if you enjoy nature and/or like reading about its history. If you're not a history enthusiast or don't remember much about the Louisiana Purchase from your 8th grade history class...then you might find this state park to be boring. This park offers informational spots/posts along the way. When I visited, it was mostly dry so I didn't see any aquatic animals, no snakes, however there were plenty of birds in the trees singing. This park is located a couple minutes from a major highway. It offers a few parking spaces and there is no fee to enter/park.

This was a stop along a road trip to Dallas. The stop did add about an hour and a half to our…read morejourney. It's about 30 minutes off the highway. When we arrived there was only one other car in the parking area. This was slightly concerning because we appear to be in the middle of nowhere and you just never know the intent of others. As such, I do NOT suggest visiting this place solo. This landmark is a well maintained boardwalk above a swamp. The boardwalk leads you to the focal point of the swamp which is a monument that indicates the initial point from which all surveys of property acquired through the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 originated. If you are like me, it's been a long time since I had a history lesson. With that being said, there are several educational exhibits on the boardwalk to allow you to brush up on the Louisiana purchase. I enjoyed walking the boardwalk. It is a short distance to get to the end. I suggest taking your time to be still and listen to the sounds of the swamp. We saw a few birds and frogs along the way The signage indicates that alligators have been spotted in the swamp, but we did not see any during our visit. If you have an opportunity to visit, go for it!

What a fun excursion! It was a beautiful day and we had a magnificent time at this super fun…read moresafari. We've been to several of these and this one is as good as any other. We got two bags of food and it was plenty. The bags had a lot of food. We fed a lot of animals a lot of food haha.

Well I think it is ridiculous to charge per person for this safari. Come on people! There isn't…read moremuch to do around here and the Safari Park while wonderful, the per person fee is awful. It should be a $20 or $30 per carload! People would be more likely to visit and visit regularly if it were per car. I went with 4 of my friends and we all purchased tickets and food for the animals and it was over $100! I would love for my son and daughter and grandson to visit but there is no way I can afford to pay $100 for something like this, especially on a regular basis. Does anyone else agree with me? Even at Shelby Farms, when they have drive through events, they only charge $20 per car to drive through. Your business is hurting itself and the people that should be able to visit but can't.

Why have I never visited the White River National Wildlife Refuge before? I have deprived myself of…read morea great destination for far too long. Okay, the NWR is not for everyone as it lacks paved roads, developed camp sites, running water, electricity or even sanitation facilities (not even a porta-potty). But for those wanting a true outdoor experience, the NWR can't be beat and its free! Your tax dollars have paid for access and camping. I highly recommend the north side entrance on Highway 1 between Dewitt and Marvell. A short drive down the gravel road on the north side leads to several lakes and adjacent camping areas. Just ensure you're camped inside the white paint rings on the trees. All of the lakes feature gravel boat launches and you will need a boat, canoe or kayak to take full advantage of NWR waters. You do need to be fishing or hunting in the NWR in order to camp and rangers and game wardens were active the days we visited. Also you'll need a free NWR permit which you can download or pickup at the visitor center just off of Highway 1 on the Dewitt side of the White River bridge. While picking up your permit in person, take time to walk the Upland trail. Plan about 30 minutes for the circuit. Kids will also love the diorama in the visitor center. I plan to return several times each year to fish in the NWR and, no, I won't tell you my favorite lake and camping spot. You'll need to find your own.

This is an AWESOME place!!! The folks in the Visitor's Center are super nice and will help you get…read moreto where ever you want to go. Hike far, not so far - they'll give you the scoop. If you go in flood season, the boardwalk should be open and give you great views of wildlife during this time of year. We saw several different kinds of fish and snakes swimming in the water as well as brightly colored birds everywhere. We would like to return after flood season to compare, but we're sure it will be just as great. When you go down the road toward the visitors, don't pass it up. The building with the solar panels and flag is both the office AND visitor's center. We thought it was just the office and ended up on a narrow, deeply rutted dirt road leading to a couple lodges.

This is such a nice recreational area. The visitors' center has friendly, helpful staff members…read more The restrooms are spotlessly clean.

The trail is pretty and and nice place for a walk. I haven't walked the whole trail so I can't say…read moremuch about anything further than 2 miles in either direction from the trail head. When walking be sure to go early enough or bring a flashlight cause only the sun goes down you can't see anything. The trail is surrounded by farm land and it is nice to see. Once I was serenaded by some frogs that were out in the fields. They aren't the best singers but I am happy they still choose to sing. Another time there was a small plane flying around and he was so close it almost felt like you could reach up and touch the plane. There is nothing really fancy about this trail but I enjoy it.

This is a fun little museum in Tunica, Mississippi that has an aquarium in it as well. The aquarium…read morestaff gentleman stopped to gift us some details on the wildlife in the area and the aquarium fish, which we loved. They have a viewing platform on the third floor which has a great view of the river. I'm surprised more people weren't there but we did come on a rainy day. That said, we still did part of the outdoor river walk which was really pretty.

This is a nice park on the shore of the Mississippi River. It's a bit hidden and not well known, so…read moreI'm not surprised it didn't have a listing on Yelp, but I fixed that. It has a Eco (nature)Trail that runs along the water's edge. I've visited several times and the Mississippi River Museum always seems to be closed but hopefully I'll catch it open to check it out. My favorite part of the park is the 48-Foot River Overlook that juts out over the water.You will love the view of the river. Plenty of parking for vehicles with trailers and they have a boat ramp. Check it out.

Great place to visit! I love the fall when all the leaves are turning! It is beautiful!read more

Absolutely breathtaking! Our cabin was above my expectations, and mine were already high. There are…read morecoffee supplies provided as are linens and toiletries. Refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher are all in the cabin as well (we stayed in cabin 3). Parking spaces are conveniently located next to the cabin for easy loading and unloading. The screened back porch features ample seating areas and a ceiling fan to keep things breezy. You will encounter mosquitoes, as you would expect staying in a forest, so bring mosquito spray and/or peppermint oils to deter. I made sure to rub peppermint on the kiddos when they were sleeping to keep them at bay. There are designated fishing areas and swimming areas. Also you can hike! There are camping spaces which we want to stay at next time, it looks clean and kempt! Amazing place to experience :)

We came with hopes of swimming in the lake... Sadly, the water is down what looks to be 20 feet…read more There are no accessible ways to swim. The boat launch is closed. Looks like a nice place for a picnic without water access. Let me clarify there is the ability to walk to the waters edge, but it is marshy, grassy and probably really snakey and muddy.

I went to two separate parts of the lake. The part closer to Hernando has the lake dried up. But…read morethe part by the damn is a nice enough park with nice views of the lake and the damn and offers a few great places to chill. They have camping throughout, but I was just visiting the lake itself. All in all, a nice lake.

Jim Saucier Memorial Park is a wonderful small park located by the Southaven, Mississippi town…read morehall. It surrounds a small lake and was a great place to walk around and unwind after a very long day. In addition to the city hall, it is also next to the library and police department. We as a community need parks to gather in and come together as a community. While I was at this park, I noticed a photographing a young girl as her proud family stood nearby beaming. She held balloons, so they were commemorating a significant moment in her life and wanted to memorialize it with a professionally done photo shoot and chose this park as the setting. I enjoyed my time at this small but wonderful park. If you find yourself in the area, I definitely recommend that you check it out.

Whether you're looking to take a leisurely walk, enjoy a family outing, or find a quiet spot for…read morecontemplation, Jim Saucier Memorial Park provides a welcoming environment. Its blend of natural beauty, recreational amenities, and community spirit makes it a cherished spot in Southaven.

My husband picked this campground online, and wow did he nail it. It's fantastic. Just $25 a day…read morefor the small RV section, and that includes free electricity, water, and gray water dumping right at your site. Black water dumping is available at a designated area. The highlights for me were being near the water, and the absolute gem of a camp hostess, Melissa. When my husband checked us in he said, "She's really friendly," and a few hours later I met her myself and had to agree. Plus, I got to meet the camp kitties. Shadow, the all-black mini panther, totally stole my heart. What a sweetheart. The campground was very quiet and peaceful, with free firewood and super clean bathrooms that are ice cold, which was a total win on a hot day. The showers are free and in great condition too. The entire park is tidy and well maintained. It's a dry park, so if you're planning to enjoy a cocktail by the fire, just be a little stealthy and bring a cozy. Civilization is about a 15-minute drive away, but still dry... so plan accordingly. Highly recommend this place. We will definitely be back.

What a nice park. I came here as it showed up my hiking app and I wanted to walk my dogs before…read morecontinuing my road trip. I walked the lake trail, the rushed gravel trail along the edge. Cyclists have to use the paved trail so walkers and dog walkers can rest with ease There are restrooms at every pavilion. The park also has playgrounds, shelter, a campground and forested hiking trails. The best thing for those with dogs is the dog jumping pier. My dogs had a blast on the warm day we were here. There is also a dog beach.