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Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS

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Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp - USFS is located near varied terrain with forests and trails. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 40s in winter to the 90s in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby De Soto National Forest, offering hiking and horseback riding opportunities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

This horse trail is approximately 23.7 miles long and moderate in difficulty. Big Foot Horse Trail consists of four loops ranging in length from 5 to 11 miles. A ride of almost any desired length can be made by combinations of these loops. Most of the trails run parallel to roads, making it possible to enter the trail at any point.

Facilities at the camp include: parking areas; hitching rails; primitive camping; sanitary facilities (chemical toilets); drinking water for horses only (not for human consumption); picnic tables; and grills. Two ponds and Tuxachanie Creek provide water for animal use.

Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp are open year-round unless weather conditions require the area to be closed. No user fees required.

Fee Info

No fees required.

Reservation Info

Only blue, yellow and green trail loops are open. Camp closed due to hurricane damage; day use only, no overnight stay.

Stay limit: 7 days.

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Location

Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS is located in Mississippi

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Directions

Take state HWY 49 to Saucier, MS. Take HWY 67 east to four-way intersection and get on County Road 412 north three miles to Forest Road 440. Go east 1 mile to trailhead.

Coordinates

30.681434542096206 N
89.03937964740996 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Feb. 24, 2024

Primative but free

Campgrounds are beautiful with line forests surrounding the sites. Utilities are primitive but expected for a free campground. Watch where you step! Lots of horse poop.

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  • Review photo of Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS by Sam O., February 24, 2024
  • Review photo of Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS by Sam O., February 24, 2024
  • Review photo of Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS by Sam O., February 24, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Big Foot Horse Trail and Camp -USFS?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.