The Natural Swimming Hole In Mississippi That Will Take You Back To The Good Ole Days
As the temperatures begin to rise in Mississippi, staying cool is surely at the top of everyone’s priority list. Back in the good ole days, a swimming hole was the perfect place for a refreshing swim. And while these secluded spots may be a bit scarcer than they once were, they do still exist – and you’ll find one at Merit Water Park. Take a look:
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Merit Water Park is located in Simpson County on Rials Creek, just four miles south of D’Lo, MS.
Not your typical water park, Merit Water Park doesn’t have any slides. Instead, the 25-acre recreation area includes a beautiful waterfall, old-fashioned swimming hole, and creek-side beach.
At first glance, the water appears to be brown; however, if you look closer, you’ll realize it’s actually crystal clear. The brown hue that you see is just the bottom of the creek.
Relatively shallow in most areas, the swimming hole is perfect for swimmers of all ages. It’s also a great place to catch some rays since you can pull your beach chair right into the creek.
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.
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