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entrance sign to Airey camp at Airy Lake

Airey Lake is a small lake (pond really) stocked with Bass, Bluegill and Catfish. Camping available.

There is a great overlook of a cove feeding into the bayou. There are a few different viewpoints that offer different perspectives, but this is probably the most popular overlook in this small section of the Gulf Islands Seashore.

Great view point of the Ross E. Barnett Reservoir. While there are no benches or picnic tables, there is a large grass area that you can sit on to have a picnic or take a break.

Lake Lowndes State Park is filled with hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, various piers and picnic areas, fishing access, camping areas, and the opportunity to experience Mississippi wildlife. There is a load of other amenities at this park. The lake, itself, is over 150-acres and is just down the road from Mississippi State University. Some of the trails appear to be more "hiking specific" than others, but bikes are allowed on all trails. Be aware of other trail users and don't be surprised when you come across some steps and road crossings on the trails.

Chadwick Lake is a small lake near Mississippi State University in the town of Starkville. The lake has a paved walking and jogging path that goes around the perimeter of the waters. Fishing and picnicking are pretty common, along with exercising on the trail.

There is a great overlook of Ross R Barnett Reservoir from the parking area. This parking area is the southern side of the Natchez Trace Village Dam, and the lake is a popular spot for boating and fishing.

Roosevelt State Park has a load of recreational options and facilities. The camping, picnic, and hiking areas overlook Bienville National Forest and Roosevelt Lake. The Civil War Hill hiking loop is part of the newer trail system in the park. There are bridges at the major water crossings and informational signs at trailheads with obvious trail signage.