Alluring National Forests in Jackson, MS
The area now known as Jackson, MS was once referred to a Parkerville. Originally settled by Louis LeFleur, a French Canadian trader along the historic Natchez Trace trade route. He is said to have established the first European settlement in the area. By November 1821 the area was renamed Jackson and made the permanent capitol of Mississippi. The choice was natural after he survey party reported on the lush and bountiful surrounding area, good and plentiful water, abundance of timber and the proximity to the Natchez Trace trade route along with a navigable water way.
Jackson grew and flourished during the antebellum period with many rich and large plantations in the area. During the Civil War Jackson became an important manufacturing center for the support of the Confederacy. This all ended with the battle at Vicksburg as the Union Army made their way from there through Mississippi.
Today Jackson, Mississippi is a diverse city centrally located in the state. With close proximity to three national forests, Delta National Forest, Homochitto National Forrest and Bienville National Forest there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, horseback riding or simply strolling in the forest. Every visit to the area includes a visit to one or two of the forests. I would have to say our favorite of the forests is Delta. The dramatic scenery formed by the jewel green trees surrounded by the lazy river and the seasonal flooded forest is all very dramatic. But when we are in the mood for hiking or backpacking we head to the Homochitto Forest. Set in the rolling hills of southwest Mississippi there are about 190,000 acres of forestland and miles and miles of hiking trails to explore.
We come back time and again staying at Jackson hotels every time. Between the history and antebellum architecture and museums, national forest land filled with wildlife we cannot resist returning for another visit.
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