Forrest County, Administrative division in Mississippi, United States.
Forrest County is an administrative region in south-central Mississippi that combines urban centers with rural areas and natural landscapes. The county encompasses multiple communities and incorporates diverse environments within its boundaries.
The region was separated from Perry County in 1908 and designated Hattiesburg as its county seat. Since then it has served as an administrative unit for the local population and management of public affairs.
Three separate school districts operate within Forrest County, including Forrest County Schools, Hattiesburg Public School District, and Petal School District.
The Chancery Clerk office in Hattiesburg is the main location for public records and services during regular business days. Visitors should plan to visit the main town area, as most administrative services are centered there.
De Soto National Forest stretches partially across the boundaries and creates woodland areas amid developed spaces. This blend of nature and urbanization shapes the character of the region in unexpected ways.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
