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Stroll the beach
Rent a golf cart
Bike through the Gulf Islands National Seashore
Paddle the tranquil bayous
Adventure Awaits
The outdoors isn’t just a
backdrop—it’s part of the
lifestyle of Ocean Springs.
Thanks to the city’s easy
walkability, you can wander
beneath shady live oaks and salty breezes without ever needing a car, though pavement is entirely optional.
With blueways and greenways galore, adventure waits around every corner.
You can “walk on water” across the Ocean Springs–Biloxi Bridge, cycle the scenic 15.5-mile Live Oaks Bicycle Route, or escape into the wild beauty of Gulf Islands National Seashore, a lush coastal preserve bordered by tranquil bayous and sparkling Gulf waters.
For paddlers, it’s pure paradise. Launch
a kayak from local beaches, piers, or harbors and glide through calm waterways
where herons stand sentry and dolphins occasionally make a cameo. Prefer a rod and reel? Charter captains are ready to guide both seasoned anglers and first-timers to their favorite fishing holes offshore.
Looking for outdoors adventures for the whole family? Fort Maurepas Park & Splash Pad features an outdoor stage, pavilion with handicap accessible restrooms, a ship playground and splash pad. Furry friends in tow? Head to Ocean
Springs Dog Park! In Ocean Springs, every season invites you outside—and nature always answers.
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