Summer is the perfect time to embark on some Mississippi day trips with the family. Of course, with the season’s high temperatures, outdoor activities aren't usually a good idea. However, we think we found a loophole – a short, shaded hike!
Don’t let the summer heat keep you off your feet! Instead, enjoy a quick, scenic stroll along the nature trail at Flowood Nature Park.
The 43-acre park is less than 10 miles from Jackson; however, you’d never know it. Green and serene, the grounds are stunning.
Oh and did we mention there’s a lake?!
Park-goers can easily immerse themselves in the surroundings thanks to a 1-mile, paved, distance-marked walking trail.
Easily accessible and easy to navigate, the well-marked trail runs from the parking lot, past the lake to a mature hardwood forest at the rear of the park, so there’s plenty of shade throughout.
In addition to lots of shade, the trail boasts water stations to help hikers stay cool.
As the trail progresses through the wooded area, hikers are given the opportunity to learn about the surroundings via signs identifying native trees and plant species.
Plenty of shaded picnic spots and benches can be found along the trail as well as throughout the park, so if the heat gets too much to bear, you can sit down for a spell.
After trekking along the nature trail spend some time exploring the park's grounds - there's lots to see!
In addition to gardens and statues, the park is home to lots of wildlife.
Have any questions about this scenic, shaded path or Flowood Nature Park? Check out the City of Flowood website.
So, what do you think? Is a visit to this park worthy of being billed one of the best Mississippi day trips? Ever been Flowood Nature Park? If so, what’d you think of the trail? What about the park itself? As far as Mississippi day trips go, what are your favorite destinations? Tell us!
By the way, Flowood itself is deserving of a spot on your bucket list for future Mississippi day trips. Home to some great sites and attractions, the small town in Mississippi has a little bit of everything.
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