Want to explore the outdoors? Here are the top rated nature trails on the MS Coast
It’s time to go on a hike.
The crisp mornings and warm days are here and what better way to enjoy them than with a brisk, exciting hike through scenic local trails.
If you’ve got a pup, grab a leash. And if you’ve got a friend, grab an extra water bottle.
Here are some of the best walking and hiking trails in the Biloxi area, complete with a rating, intensity score and length from the AllTrails App:
Ocean Springs area
Fontainebleau Nature Trail
Rating: 4.3 stars
Length: 1.5 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Nice easy hike. Well maintained and recently added rocks to stabilize parts of the trail. Enjoyed it,” said Renee.
Gulf Island Seashore: Davis Bayou Area
Rating: 3.8 stars
Length: 3.1 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Well maintained and nice little walk,” said Bridget.
CCC Overlook Trail
Rating: 3.6 stars
Length: 1.1 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Found a really nice pier and the visitors center was very informational. Trails were short and didn’t really lead to much. Lots of road walking, but a generally pretty area,” said Kyle.
Gulfport area
Coffee Creek Recreational Trail
Rating: 3.8 stars
Length: 0.8 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Very safe, well lit and maintained trail. Birdhouses along the trail, with lights, benches and 911 call boxes every so often. Enjoyed it, but can walk it pretty quickly. Wish it was longer,” said Jennifer.
Saucier area
Tuxachanie Trail
Rating: 3.5 stars
Length: 13 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Very nice. The natural spring is the best part,” said Liz.
Bay St. Louis area
Possum Walk Trail
Rating: 4 stars
Length: 6.3 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Hiked today. Trail in great shape, dry and cool. Marsh has water so pretty this time of year,” said Steve.
Beach Boulevard Boardwalk Trail
Rating: 4.2 stars
Length: 5.6 miles
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Amazing path along the beautiful beach,” said Deb.
Pirate’s Alley Nature Trail
Rating: 3.5 stars
Length: 1 mile
Intensity: Easy
Review: “Super easy, but overgrown and not very well marked,” said Carla.
Don’t see your favorite trail on the list? Email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com and let me know.
