Black Creek Wilderness, Nature reserve in Mississippi, United States
Black Creek Wilderness spans 5,052 acres within De Soto National Forest, featuring a river system with caramel-colored waters due to natural tannins.
The wilderness area, established in 1984 under United States Forest Service management, preserves coastal plain ecosystems that existed before widespread forest clearing.
The protected land maintains habitats for regional species including the Pearl darter fish and Yellow-blotched map turtle in their natural environment.
Visitors can access multiple hiking trails, camping sites, and water activities along the 21-mile stretch of Black Creek designated as a National Scenic River.
The wilderness contains both upland longleaf pine forests and bottomland hardwoods with oxbow lakes, creating distinct ecological zones within its boundaries.
Location: Mississippi
Operator: United States Forest Service
GPS coordinates: 30.97970,-89.02810
Latest update: March 14, 2025 20:31
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