Holly Springs National Forest

Travel | Holly Springs National Forest

The sky was clear, water was calm, leaves were turning lovely colors and I was the only person walking around enjoying the goodness. My late afternoon visit to Holly Springs National Forest, in Mississippi, was beautiful and peaceful.

I spent a bit of time on this dock, enjoying the quiet afternoon and visitors swimming and flying by.

Top Five Hikes + Places to Explore

• Chewalla Lake - perfect for no wake water activities and enjoying dense forest and dogwoods (during the spring).

• Chewalla Lake Recreation Area Trail - this 4 mile hike offers beautiful views of the lake and forest.

• North Cypress Non-Motorized Trail - a 3 mile trail open to horseback riding and a 1.5 mile trail for your feet.

• Puskus Lake - remote lake setting with a 1.5 mile interpretive hiking trail.

• Tillatoba Lake - best option for boating in the national forest.