All the Best Things to do in the Homochitto National Forest this Fall

For those outdoor enthusiasts who might be planning a road trip anytime soon, the Homochitto National Forest is an excellent destination for a mid-drive hike to stretch your legs and take in some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Southwestern Mississippi. This untouched forest spans nearly 200,000 acres near Natchez and offers fantastic hiking […]

The Most Haunted Places in Mississippi

With fall just at our doorstep and the thrills of Halloween around the corner, it’s always a fun time of year to start thinking about the haunted places in Mississippi! And we have a few of these paranormal hotspots in Vicksburg—which is no surprise when you think about the history of the area and the […]

The Best Bed and Breakfast in Mississippi on the Blues Trail

The Mississippi Blues Trail is a journey through the birthplace of the blues, a musical genre that has shaped the course of American music and culture. The trail consists of over 200 markers spread across the state, each highlighting significant sites, artists, and events that have contributed to the rich history of the blues. Our […]

Tour the McRaven House this Fall

There’s a fantastic collection of historic houses to tour in Vicksburg, MS, but one of our favorites to visit during the fall is the McRaven House—mainly for the eerie candlelit tours and ghost stories. The McRaven House was built by Andrew Glass in 1797; he was scheming and robbing people traveling along the Natchez Trail […]

Explore the Mississippi Petrified Forest & More this Fall

For those seeking to connect with nature during their time in Vicksburg, MS, the Mississippi Petrified Forest is a relatively quick and scenic drive. It’s thought that this forest was formed over 36 million years ago when fir and maple logs washed down an ancient river channel and petrified over the centuries. It’s one of […]