Local Area Recreation Near Hattiesburg / Okatoma River KOA

Our local area is known for canoeing and kayaking on the Okatoma River.  Spend the day on the river and come back to the campground to spend the evening by the campfire.

Canoeing

Canoeing

Check out the local area canoe and kayak rentals.

Longleaf Trace

Longleaf Trace

The Longleaf Trace is South Mississippi's premier running, biking, hiking, and equestrian trail. It is a beautiful, 44-mile linear park that extends from Hattiesburg (elevation 220') through Sumrall (290'), Bassfield (460'), and Carson to Prentiss (336'). A Rails-To-Trails conversion, the trail is 10 feet wide and paved.

601-450-5247

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Eagle Action Sportz Paintball

Eagle Action Sportz Paintball

Hattiesburg's Premier Paintball Field

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday: Reservation Only
Saturday & Sunday: 9 am - 5 pm

70 Ryner Road

Hattiesburg, MS 39402

601-447-2876

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Robert E Russell Sports Complex

Robert E Russell Sports Complex

We like this park best because of the skate park and large playgrounds! There's something for the whole family to do. Here is a list of the park amenties: 

Baseball Fields
Batting Cages
Benches and Seating
Concession Stand
Covered Picnic Area
Playground
Press Box
Recreation Office
Restrooms
Skate Park
Soccer Fields
T-Ball Fields
Tennis Court
Walking Track

605 Hillcrest Loop

Petal, MS 39465

601-554-5440

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Grand Paradise Water Park (open seasonally)

Grand Paradise Water Park (open seasonally)

Enjoy a day packed with fun-in-the-sun excitement for all ages! Grand Paradise Waterpark is a 7-acre blast of wet and wild fun. Attractions like the Tropical Splash, Blue Typhoon, WaddlelandSplashpad, Grand Falls Racer, and Wipe Out will thrill any waterslide enthusiast. Our newest additions, AquaTWIST and FreeFALL are sure to delight any thrill seeker. If you are looking for relaxation, then take a relaxing float down the Paradise River. There's plenty to do here, so bring the whole gang! We have covered facilities designed to serve the needs of any size group. Our highly trained and certified lifeguards will help ensure safety throughout the park.

50 Grandview Drive

Collins, MS 39428

601-765-8118

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