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This information is a public record of the 1979 NRT application and may be out of date if it has not been updated by a trail manager --
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Tuxachanie Hiking Trail

USDA Forest Service Backcountry Trail
  • Length
    13.2 miles
  • Elevation Gain
    --
  • Route Type
    out & back
 (1 review)

This 13-mile long trail traverses longleaf pine ridges, pitcher plant savannas, and flooded tupelo/bald cypress swamps.

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Trail covered in pine straw. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Trail covered in pine straw. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Log Bridge over the Creek. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Log Bridge over the Creek. Photo by Trey Cranford.
2020 NRT Photo Contest Winner - Hiking and Walking. Photo by Trey Cranford.
2020 NRT Photo Contest Winner - Hiking and Walking. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Enjoying some campfire stories on a weekend camping trip. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Enjoying some campfire stories on a weekend camping trip. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Wooden bridge on the Tuxachanie. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Wooden bridge on the Tuxachanie. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Don't forget to enjoy the little things. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Don't forget to enjoy the little things. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Crossing a log over a huge puddle. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Crossing a log over a huge puddle. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Crossing a bridge along the Tuxachanie Trail on a bright sunny day. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Crossing a bridge along the Tuxachanie Trail on a bright sunny day. Photo by Trey Cranford.
Sign at entrance to Tuxachanie Hiking Trail. Photo by Woodlot/wiki.
Sign at entrance to Tuxachanie Hiking Trail. Photo by Woodlot/wiki.
  • Trail covered in pine straw. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Trail covered in pine straw. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Log Bridge over the Creek. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • 2020 NRT Photo Contest Winner - Hiking and Walking. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Enjoying some campfire stories on a weekend camping trip. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Wooden bridge on the Tuxachanie. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Don't forget to enjoy the little things. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Crossing a log over a huge puddle. Photo by Trey Cranford.
  • Crossing a bridge along the Tuxachanie Trail on a bright sunny day. Photo by Trey Cranford.
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Location: DeSoto National Forest, In the DeSoto National Forest along SR 67, 10 mi. N of Gulfport.

  • States: Mississippi
  • Counties: Stone, Harrison

This 13-mile long trail traverses longleaf pine ridges, pitcher plant savannas, and flooded tupelo/bald cypress swamps. From rows of live oaks planted at the trail's entrance, the first five miles follow an old abandoned logging railroad that once served the sawmill of the Dantzler Lumber Company at Harrison. Remains of the railroad trestles, built by Irish immigrants in the early 1900s, can still be seen on some of the creek crossings. Note: this trail is designated for foot travel only except on a short section used in conjunction with the Big Foot Horse Tail.

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Reviews

Ramona Petrella
Ramona Petrella
Mar 5, 2018
History and. Nature combination

The trail is well maintained and easy to find. It travels through several Ecosystems including some wet areas but allows you to keep your feet dry. Mostly flat but with some interesting ups and downs. We did the first three miles and plan to return for more.

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Allowed Uses:

Dogs, on leash Hiking/Walking

Other Activities

  • Camping
  • Wildlife viewing / observation

Public Contact

DeSoto National Forest
654 West Frontage Road
Wiggins, MS 39577
[email protected] • (601) 965-1600

Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.

More Details

  • Elevation (low): 60
  • Elevation (high): 300
  • Elevation (cumulative): --
  • Part of a Trail System? No
  • Surface (primary): Soil
  • Surfaces (additional): --
  • Tread Width (average): 30"
  • Tread Width (minimum): --
  • Running length (minimum): --
  • Tread Grade (average, percent): 2
  • Tread Grade (maximum): 25
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Cross-slope (average, percent): --
  • Cross-slope (maximum): --
  • Running length (maximum): --
  • Certified as an NRT
    Oct 4, 1979
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