5 Unbelievable Mississippi Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight... No Hiking Required
By Daniella DiRienzo|Updated on March 24, 2022(Originally published March 18, 2022)
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
On a hot Mississippi day, finding a nice cold waterfall sounds like absolute heaven. However, having to hike to waterfalls in Mississippi? That doesn’t sound so great. Luckily, several of the Magnolia State’s falls can be accessed with little to no hiking. It’s just perfect for those without much time (or energy). Whether you’re looking for a quick sightseeing trip or a cool way to spend the day, a visit to any one of these falls will definitely do the trick.
1. Dunn’s Falls in Dunn's Falls Park: 6890 Dunn's Falls Road Enterprise, MS 39330
This man-made waterfall is seeped in history. It was created in the 1850s, and was once the power source for the factory of famed hat maker J.B. Stetson. It's 65' in height, making it by far the tallest waterfall in Mississippi. Dunn's Falls is part of a state water park, and it's extremely easy to get to. It includes access to amenities such as a picnic area and barbecue grills. The trail is only 0.4 miles, so it doesn't take much effort to reach at all!
2. Merit Falls in Merit Water Park: 1043 MS-43, Mendenhall, MS 39114
Merit Water Park, 1043 MS-43, Mendenhall, MS 39114, USA
This waterfall is located in Merit Water Park, and lies along Rials Creek. Aside from Merit Falls, the park includes an old-fashioned swimming hole that's an absolute blast. There's also a sand and rock creek-side beach. The creek is spring fed, so the water is nice and cold all year long, making it perfect for a dip on a hot Mississippi day! This park has some of the cleanest, clearest water in the state.
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3. Cooper Falls in J P Coleman State Park: 613 Co Rd 321, Iuka, MS 38852
J P Coleman State Park, 613 Co Rd 321, Iuka, MS 38852, USA
J P Coleman State Park is the perfect place to spend a hot summer's day. It's home to the 50' tall Cooper Falls, a river, and a freshwater lake. Cooper Falls can best be viewed from Pickwick Lake, but it is also visible from the shoreline. The park's got plenty of other amenities, including picnic tables and grills, pavilions, playgrounds, a swimming pool, and miniature golf. It's also a great campground if you're looking to spend the night.
You can get a great view of these falls from the road. Simply take Fisher Ferry Road then turn onto Hunt Road and the falls will be on your left in about 1.5 – 2 miles. You’ll have to get out of your car but will be able to get a view of Turkey Falls from the road. Note that the falls are on private property, so don't try to get any closer, but you can get a great view from the street.
5. Union Falls: Ovette Moselle Road, Ovette, MS 39464
Ovett Moselle Road, Ovett Moselle Rd, Mississippi, USA
This waterfall is located on Tallhala Creek. It's tucked away in Jones County and a bit hidden, but you can view it from the road. Get to Union Falls by taking Old Richton Road to Morriston Road then turn left onto Morriston Road, and take another left onto Marshill Road. After about 2 miles, you’ll come to a 4-way stop, at which point you need to turn right onto Ovett-Moselle Road. When you get to the bridge, you’ve arrived at Union Falls. This is one of our favorite natural swimming holes in Mississippi.
Have you visited any of these waterfalls in Mississippi?
Prefer to see the state’s falls in person? “The Ultimate Mississippi Waterfalls Road Trip” is the perfect way to do just that. The article even includes a customizable map, so you can alter the trip to suit your needs if you don’t have time to take the entire trip.
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