campsites around Haynes Lake and ends at the areas of ferns, wildflowers, outcroppings and dam. (Approximate length: 3.0 miles). wildlife. There is a place to get a cool drink from a natural spring along a spur that leads to the Trail 2: Saddleback Ridge left. The main trail continues along and crosses a This trail follows atop Saddleback Ridge, a large gravel road, which was the original entrance to the outcropping of rocks. The trail was used by the park. Past the gravel road is the site of the old CCC Chickasaw Indians to travel to the Freedom Hills camp. This is where the CCC men lived while the area of and . While walking park was being built. The roads and majority of the along the trail you will notice numerous small caves park buildings were built by the CCC. Along this among the many rock formations. After the trail trail the building foundations of the historic camp reaches the peak of the ridge it winds its way can still be seen. The trail continues past this area around the picnic pavilion, and ends at Haynes and divides as it enters some large rocks. The Lake Dam. It shares space with Tushka Run Disc upper trail travels above the rocks ending below Golf Course so be cognizant of flying objects. Pavilion #1, while the original path follows along (Approximate length: ¾ mile.) below the rocks. The lower trail works its way HIKING towards the banks of Bear Creek travelling down Trail 3: Trail approximately 98 stone steps. This area is known This trail begins at the same place as Trail 2, but as Horseshoe Bend due to the shape of the creek. P.O. Box 880 instead turns to the right. The path weaves its way Rock cliffs are located on the other side of the trail between the park road and Bear Creek, eventually from the creek. Above these rocks are the family Tishomingo, MS 38873 passing its way under the cabins. The trail continues around and ends at the 662-438-6914 bridge. The Natchez Trace Parkway Swinging Bridge area. (Approximate length: 3.0 e-mail: [email protected] commemorates the Old Natchez Trace. The old miles) Website: www.mdwfp.com trace was originally an animal migratory path that was later used by Native Americans. After Trail 6: Bear Creek Trail European settlement, the trace was utilized as a This trail begins in the picnic area beyond the Trail Descriptions wilderness road between Nashville and Natchez. swimming pool. It follows along Bear Creek, Tishomingo State Park offers the outdoor Continuing on the trail along Bear Creek, you will crossing streams and small springs. It shares enthusiast approximately thirteen miles of nature pass by one of two fish weirs that the Chickasaws space with Chickasaw Disc Golf Course so be trails. There are seven separate trails in the park. built to trap fish. These as well as the entire park cognizant of flying objects. The trail ends at the The trails differ in length but all are easy to are listed on the National Register of Historic Pioneer Cabin area. (Approximate length: 1.5 moderate walking. The delineation of each trail can Places. The trail eventually reaches the pioneer miles) be determined by following the red blazing painted Cabin area. (Approximate length: 2.0 miles.) on trees. Each trail differs greatly in vegetation and Trail 7: Outcroppings Trail terrain. Tishomingo is located in the foothills of the Trail 4: CCC Pond Trail This is a loop trail that begins and ends at the and is characterized by This is a short trail that circles the CCC pond. The Swinging Bridge. This beautiful trail works its way rock formations. These rock formations are found pond, as well as the majority of Tishomingo State along a ridge of huge rock outcroppings and offers only in Tishomingo County, and occur nowhere Park, was constructed by the Civilian Conservation a splendid view of the valley that Bear Creek else in the state. Corps (CCC) during the Great Depression. The travels through. The outcroppings are popular with

walk around the pond is refreshing. Frogs, rock climbing enthusiasts. The Chickasaw Indians Trail 1: Flat Rock Trail Squirrels and a wide variety of birds can be found lived in the caves among these rocks when they This trail begins near the entrance to the park, in this area. While walking around the trail you can inhabited the area. As you walk along the trail across the road from the park office. The trail leads see areas of ferns, natural springs, and large toward Bear Creek, you may notice various types into a world of large rock outcroppings and outcroppings. (Approximate length: 3/4 mile.) of wildlife. It is not unusual to see large turtles beautiful spring fed streams. The trail meanders sunning themselves along the creek. (Approximate through the rock formations and continues on to Trail 5: CCC Camp Trail length: 2 miles) the campground area. While walking along the trail This trail leaves the Pioneer Cabin area, following you will pass many varieties of hardwood trees, along rocky outcrops, crossing numerous springs including sweet gum, hickory, white and red oak, and streams. The nature trail parallels the park and dogwoods. The trail runs in the woods behind road, and provides a perfect opportunity to view Camping Tishomingo State Park Area Trails

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