If you are looking for a place to picnic, hike and fish or perhaps just a place to contemplate life, while amongst beautiful surroundings, then read on to learn about this spot which recently reopened to the public after renovations. Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge is comprised of approximately 34,500 acres of land in the Pearl River Basin. The southern most portion of the refuge can be easily accessed at the Pearl River turn around exit off if I-59 in Louisiana. Here you will find the Jim Schmidt Boardwalk and Trail,which is an area adorned with piers, boardwalks, picnic areas and a lake! This site offers lots of opportunities for Frugal Family Travelers seeking outdoor activity and adventure.
This was our first visit to the refuge and our afternoon time was well spent taking pictures and also exploring the bayous from the expansive boardwalks, which offer exceptional views of the ecosystem. We rounded out our day with a picnic lunch at one of the covered picnic areas adjacent the lake while watching others enjoy fishing and bird watching. Our only regret was not bringing our kayaks to explore the lake!
If this appeals to you and your Frugal Family Travelers pack you’re picnic lunch, kayaks, bug sprays and sunscreen and head to this area of the Bogue Chitto Wildlife Refuge.
Directions: Jim Schmidt Boardwalk and Trail
Don’t forget: sunscreen, bug spray, picnic lunch, and a kayak!
Remember: You MUST have a fishing license to fish here.
Enjoy the pictures!
