The problem with Mississippi’s most popular parks is that, well, they’re popular, which, oftentimes, means crowded. But you don’t have to fight crowds to soak up some park perks – so long as you visit Petal River Park. So hidden that most locals don’t even know about it, the small town park might be Mississippi’s best-kept secret.

With roughly 11,000 residents, Petal isn’t one of the state’s most sought-after destinations…until now, and that’s because it’s where you’ll find Petal River Park.
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In 2014, seventy acres of land along the Leaf River were set aside for use as an outdoor recreation area.
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By 2015, that concept became a reality when Petal River Park celebrated its grand opening.
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A great addition to the city, the park features miles of mountain biking trails, walking trails, lots of green space, and numerous picnic areas.
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Equipped with technical features and wooden obstacles, the bike trails are one of the park’s most popular amenities.
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Not only exhilarating, the bike trails are scenic too, and that’s because they cut through a gum lagoon and around three ponds.
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In addition to the park’s permanent amenities, there are seasonal events to enjoy, including the Star Spangled Celebration on the River, an annual 4th of July event.
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With so much to offer, Petal River Park couldn’t possibly get any better, right?! Wrong! Future plans for the park include a disc golf course, archery fields, a nature-themed playground, and more.
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Have any questions about this hidden park? Visit the City of Petal website or call (601) 554-5440. And make sure to like Petal River Park on Facebook to stay up-to-date on park events and happenings.

So, did you know about Petal River Park? Ever visited? If so, what’d you think? Know of any other hidden parks or attractions? Tell us!

This isn’t the only underrated park in Mississippi. We know of a few, including this Mississippi state park.

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Petal River Park Mtb Trail, 784 US-11, Petal, MS 39465, USA