Things to do in Jackson County Mississippi
It is not a secret that Mississippi has some of the most pristine natural resources found in the US. The Pascagoula River is the largest unimpeded river in the continental US. The lush canopy of trees and plentiful natural habitat in Jackson County MS provide an environment suitable for many species of birds and animals which are found in no other area of the country. A new Audubon Center in Moss Point MS can direct you to the best sites to catch glimpses of rare species in their natural setting.
Near Moss Point MS, you can visit an alligator farm and check out their natural habitat as you ride on an airboat. A few miles away in Pascagoula MS, live animals and museum exhibits including rocks, birds, minerals, fossils, and animals are available for viewing at the Scranton Nature Center. The Center also hosts a park with picnic facilities, a playground, walking trail, a soccer complex, and a lake. 
Pascagoula MS has a rich history to explore and the La Pointe-Krebs House is a great example of a by-gone era. This house has withstood ravages of time and the elements since the 1700s, and is one of the oldest standing structures in the Mississippi Valley. Artifacts and antiques from its early days are on display in the adjacent Old Spanish Fort Museum. Pascagoula is also a great place to venture out for a day of fishing on the Gulf.
Golfing opportunities are available at 5 courses open to the public and 3 private courses in Jackson County. The St. Andrews Golf Club in Ocean Springs MS offers a challenging round of golf right on the Gulf.
East Central in Jackson County refers to a group of small communities like Wade MS and Hurley MS. These communities have strong ties to each other to ensure that area continues to be a great place to live for generations to come. The spirit of community is exhibited in the annual East Central Relay for Life which begins with dinner and live entertainment presented by locals. It’s a time for the communities to come together around a cause and a fun time for everyone!
Vancleave MS has a community event at Christmas providing good cheer, family fund, and a flea market for last minute gift-buying as well as live entertainment. Santa is there for photos, and cookies and hot chocolate are served. Casual dining and good ol’ home cooking and scrumptious gumbo are available in Grady’s Home Cooking and Six Miles Out.
As a coastal county, Jackson County MS offers plenty of water fun; water skiing, wind surfing, and sailing are among the popular activities. The theme park includes a carousel, water slides, bumper boats, go-karts and one of the largest swimming pools in the South.
And for shopping enjoyment, Singing River Mall offers many shopping opportunities for the avid shopper. Other large- and small-scale shops and stores in Jackson County offer the bargain hunter, as well as antique and craft enthusiasts, plenty of pleasurable shopping experiences.
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