The Breathtaking Scenic Drive Through Mississippi That Runs Along The Gulf Coast
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Jackie Ann
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When most people drive through southern Mississippi, they take I-10, but there’s a coastal route that’s simply breathtaking. This scenic drive in Mississippi hugs the Gulf Coast for the entire journey, with plenty of opportunities to stop off and take a beach stroll along the way.
Grab your road trip essentials and get those playlists ready!
With no traffic (hah!) it would take you less than an hour, but of course you’ll want to stop off along the way and stretch your legs and take in the views. This road trip will give you an idea of what to expect, plus some of our favorite stops.
There is a pedestrian walkway if you’d like to take a bridge stroll and snap some photos.
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There are plenty of things to do in Pass Christian, and waterfront dining is just the beginning.
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There are actually a few Shaggy’s Restaurants on this drive, so if you’re not hungry yet just wait until you get to the Gulfport or Biloxi Beach locations.
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Take a stroll down Long Beach Harbor! Get that salty air in your hair and enjoy the sand between your toes. It’s easy to see why this charming coastal town was voted one of the best places to live in Mississippi.
You could easily spend the entire day exploring Gulfport. If we had to choose just one attraction, we’d pick Ship Island Excursions. Here, you can take a boat out to Ship Island where you can lounge around on one of Mississippi’s best beaches. They also offer dolphin tours, too!
The Biloxi lighthouse was operated by civilians from 1848 until 1939. Fun fact: out of the 91 years that the lighthouse was civilian-operated, 75 of those years were women-run. That’s more female keepers than any other lighthouse in American history! You can go inside the lighthouse and grab some terrific tree-top views from the top.
We've saved one of the best attractions until the very end.
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It’s a beautiful beach to watch the sunset from, and you’ve got a glorious view of the bridge, too.
Ready for more? Check out some of our favorite beaches in Mississippi and add them to the trip!
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