HomeMississippiMoss Point › Pascagoula River Audubon Center

Pascagoula River Audubon Center

4.7 ★★★★★ 279 Google reviews · Running trail in Moss Point, Mississippi · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Boardwalk
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Pascagoula River Audubon Center's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

BoardwalkScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Familiar nature center (part of the Audubon chain) offering trails and playground activities for kids.

What runners say about Pascagoula River Audubon Center

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (279 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 4 mentions

“This hidden gem is beautiful both inside and out, but the staff are the true pearls.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“I’ll echo the other reviews that this place is a pastoral gem; an oasis of calm, quiet and natural beauty in coastal Mississippi.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“There are activities for all ages.”

Stopped for a native plant sale, and stayed a bit longer to explore. There are marked paths with signage about native plants and wildlife. Saw quite a few turtles and birds. Lovely views.

★★★★☆ — Kelly , Apr 2023

Greeted warmly by staff. They were making their best efforts to accommodate us for canoeing even though we didn’t book in advance. We didn’t end up going but they made us feel welcome and tried their best which is what counts! Beautiful grounds for a short walk with kids

★★★★★ — Meeya , May 2025

We had so much fun here. We arrived just as they were feeding the reptiles and our girls enjoyed watching the turtles eat. We really enjoyed the relaxing walk on the walking paths and watching the rain from the covered dock. But my favorite was sitting on the top of the dock and enjoying the view.

★★★★★ — Eugenia , Aug 2022

Enjoyed McCoy's River & Marsh Tours. Beautiful vegetation, birds and pleasant, knowledgeable captain. Audubon Center has a nice, short nature walk. Inside is interesting and can be completed in about 15 minutes.

★★★★★ — Shari , Jun 2018

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 279 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 7 mentions

“This hidden gem is beautiful both inside and out, but the staff are the true pearls.”

More trails like this →

🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“I’ll echo the other reviews that this place is a pastoral gem; an oasis of calm, quiet and natural beauty in coastal Mississippi.”

More trails like this →

🪵 Boardwalk 2 mentions

More trails like this →

🚻 Restrooms

More trails like this →

🅿️ Trailhead parking

More trails like this →

🐕 Dog-friendly

More trails like this →

Plan your run at Pascagoula River Audubon Center

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitepascagoula.audubon.org
  • Phone+1 228-475-0825
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 am–3 pm
Wednesday 10 am–3 pm
Thursday 10 am–3 pm
Friday 10 am–3 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 pm
Sunday Closed

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Pascagoula River Audubon Center

5107 Arthur St, Moss Point, MS 39563

Get directions

Running trails near Moss Point

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Mississippi Blues Trail – Moss Point Blues

4.6 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

Moss Point, MS

under a mile away

Keith's Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ 335 reviews

Pascagoula, MS

ScenicDog-friendly

Recreation venue offering a kids' playground, skate park & tennis courts, plus disc golf & a lake.

3.0 miles away

River Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 152 reviews

Pascagoula, MS

Dog-friendly

Small, fenced-in area with benches alongside a fountain for dogs and a pier.

3.1 miles away

Lighthouse Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

Pascagoula, MS

PavedScenicDog-friendly

3.2 miles away

Pascagoula Beach Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,947 reviews

Pascagoula, MS

Scenic

14-acre park with a playground & picnic pavilions, plus a seasonal splash pad, fishing pier & trail.

4.9 miles away

Point Park Pascagoula, MS

4.6 ★★★★★ 211 reviews

Pascagoula, MS

LitScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed park with walking trails, picnic tables, and an open-air amphitheater, plus beach access.

5.0 miles away

All running trails in Moss Point, MS →

Nearby towns

Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.