Bink’s Report Card

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Shepard State Park Campground

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• Hiking: There are several trails throughout the park, ranging in difficulty level from easy to moderate. Take a leisurely stroll through the forest or challenge yourself with a longer hike.
• Fishing: The park has a large lake that is stocked with fish, including catfish, bass, and bream. Bring your fishing gear and enjoy a relaxing day on the water.
• Picnicking: The park has picnic tables and pavilions available for use. Pack a lunch and enjoy a meal in the great outdoors.
• Swimming: The park has a swimming area that is open during the summer months. Take a dip in the refreshing water and cool off on a hot day.
• Boating: If you have your own boat, you can launch it at the park’s boat ramp and explore the lake. Kayak rentals are also available.
• Wildlife Viewing: Keep an eye out for the park’s resident wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.
• Geocaching: The park has several geocaches hidden throughout its grounds. Bring your GPS and try your hand at finding them all.
• Golf: The park has an 18-hole disc golf course, which is free to play.
• Nature Trails: Take a walk along the park’s nature trails, which showcase the area’s flora and fauna and provide a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
• Archery course: Bring your bow and arrows for challenging ? to easy target practice.
• Boardwalk trail: Newly opened is considered the longest board in the gulf region. We loved ? this trail and continued onto the the Delta trail which was a long loop through the bayou.
• Explore the Gulf Islands National Seashore: This beautiful area, located about 30 miles from the park, offers miles of white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water for swimming, sunbathing, and fishing.
• Take a tour of Beauvoir, The Jefferson Davis Home and Presidential Library: This historic site, located in Biloxi, Mississippi, was the former home of the Confederate president and now serves as a museum and library.
• Visit the Walter Anderson Museum of Art: This museum, located in Ocean Springs, features the works of the Mississippi Gulf Coast artist Walter Anderson and his family.
• Try your luck at the casinos: Several casinos are located along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, including the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Biloxi.
• Take a boat tour: Several companies offer boat tours of the Pascagoula River and the surrounding area, providing a unique perspective on the local ecosystem and wildlife.