Places to Go Outside
These are fun places to go with your family on a beautiful day or even not so beautiful…just to be outdoors! If you know of something fun to do in our county, email me at info@rankinkountykids.com and I will add it!
In Jackson
MS Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
Rankin County Fishing Lakes
Brandon
Florence
Flowood
Winner’s Circle Park
100 Winners Circle Dr. Flowood, Ms 39232-5 acre beautifully landscaped and designed park with state of the art playground, two tennis courts (lighted), four (145 square foot) open-air pavilions with picnic tables, center-court with picnic tables, amphitheatre for public use, ½ mile walking track, and two aesthetically pleasing arbors for shade. (Call Parks and Recreation for Reservations and Fees)
Crystal Lake
This facility is nestled in a highly traveled area just off Flowood Drive, and is home to many anglers and picnic goers. It has two main picnic areas complete with tables and trash receptacles, restroom facility, two handi-cap fishing piers, and a newly renovated boat launch. It has seen activities such as Ms Wildlife and Fisheries Kid’s Fishing Rodeo and Boy Scout Retreats.
Adams Street Park
115 Adams St. Flowood, Ms 39232
The park contains an outside full-court basketball area, a 1600 square foot open-air Pavilion with picnic tables, a state of the art playground area, a 300 foot baseball/softball field, a concession stand with bathroom amenities. (Call Parks and Recreation for Reservations and Fees)
Pearl
Mini Golf Course with concession stand.
Grill to open May of 2010
Pelahatchie
Roosevelt State Park (Morton, MS)
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my little girl is entering first grade i wanted to find out about girl scout troops in the brandon area. she goes to mclaurin elem. in star thanks
I am working on finding that out…I will try to put a page up as soon as I can. Thanks for asking!