Paul B. Johnson State Park, State park in Forrest County, United States

Paul B. Johnson State Park is a state park in Forrest County, Mississippi, centered on a lake with a swimming area and wooded shores. The park also has open lawns, picnic areas, and a network of paths that connect the different sections.

The park was developed in the 1930s as part of a public works effort to create recreational spaces in the region. It was later named after Paul B. Johnson, a former governor of Mississippi, and has since become a local destination for outdoor leisure.

The lake is the heart of the park, where families gather for picnics and children swim in the shallow water during the warmer months. On weekends, the sound of conversations and outdoor games fills the lawns, giving the place a friendly, communal feel.

The park is easy to reach by car and has parking near the main areas, with paths that are mostly flat and easy to walk. It is best to visit in the morning or late afternoon, when the light is softer and the main spots are less crowded.

The park is home to a small population of gopher tortoises, which dig burrows in the sandy soil near the trails. Visitors may spot their holes, but the animals themselves are shy and often stay underground.