DeSoto County

DeSoto County is an administrative area in northwestern Mississippi bordering the Mississippi River as part of the Memphis metropolitan region. It encompasses multiple communities spread across the landscape with varied terrain and land use.

The area was founded in 1836 and named after Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, who reached the Mississippi River during his expeditions. Its establishment came during a period of European exploration and settlement in the region.

The county museum displays local heritage through exhibits of Native American objects, settlement documents, and records about regional farming. Visitors can learn how communities developed in this area over time.

Visitors will find multiple towns and facilities spread across the county connected by local services. A vehicle is helpful for getting around since communities are distributed across wider distances.

The area transformed from pure farmland into a densely settled region within just a few generations. This rapid shift attracted many newcomers and reshaped how people work and live here.

Location: Mississippi

Inception: February 9, 1836

Capital city: Hernando

Shares border with: Shelby County, Tate County, Marshall County, Tunica County, Crittenden County

Website: http://desotocountyms.gov

GPS coordinates: 34.88000,-89.99000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:07