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Outdoor Fun
High Ropes Adventure Course - at Hattiesburg Zoo
“The High Ropes Adventure Course offers a new and exciting experience like no other in Hattiesburg. The four-story ropes course is located on site at the Hattiesburg Zoo and is designed for kids and adults alike to enjoy a fun and challenging experience.
Great for families, friends, and groups!”
Ages: Height: 48“ tall to do Sky Trail without a chaperone (42” is allowed with a chaperone)
Admission: SKY TRAILS | $13 (patrons 48” & up)
SKY TYKES | $6 (patrons 48” & up)
Hours: TUESDAY – SUNDAY | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Address: 107 S 17th Ave., Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: (601) 545-4576
photos by Kid-Friendly Mississippi
Longleaf Trace
“The Longleaf Trace is a 44[1]-mile (71 km) paved pedestrian, equestrian, rollerblade, and bicycle trail located between Hattiesburg and Prentiss, Mississippi, USA. The Trace was constructed in 2000. It follows a portion of the abandoned Mississippi Central Railroad line. It has nine stations along its route (Prentiss, Ed Parkman Road, Carson, Bassfield, Lott Circle, Sumrall, Epley, Clyde Depot, Jackson Road). Trail access is from public road access points only, located an average of 5 miles (8.0 km) apart. The following roads hold a rest stop and parking lot accessing the Trace. In Hattiesburg: University of Southern Mississippi, West 4th street and Jackson Road.
The slope of the Trace is very gradual, rising 50 ft / mi at the steepest accessible segment. Rest stops are provided around every two miles, and weather stops are located at reasonable distances. Mile markers ease navigating the trail.”
Admission: Free
Hours: Open everyday dusk to dawn
Address: Stations and Trailhead info here
Phone: 601-450-5247
Website: https://www.longleaftrace.org/
photo courtesy of Longleaf Trace
Petal River Park - Petal
Admission: Free
Hours: Open everyday from dusk to dawn
Address: 786 US-11 Petal, MS 39465
Phone: (601) 583-3306
photo courtesy of Petal River Park
Eagle Action Sportz
“Eagle Action Sportz is a veteran owned and operated paintball field in Hattiesburg, MS off of Hwy 49 North. Eagle Action offers a fun, outdoor paintball experience for ages 10 and up.
Personal paintball equipment is welcome as long as it meets the safety standards of Eagle Action. Rentals are available for guests.”
Admission: see more info on prices
Ages: 10 and up
Hours: Monday - Friday call for reservations
Open to public: Saturday - Sunday: 9 AM to 5 PM
Address: 70 Ryner Road, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Phone: (601) 447 - 2876
photo courtesy of Eagle Action Sportz