Long Leaf Horse Camp
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Campers must bring their own drinking water.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 2:33AM CDT until October 10 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. Gusts to 50 mph are possible. * WHERE...Portions of central and south Mississippi and northeast Louisiana. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 7 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement issued October 10 at 2:28AM CDT by NWS Jackson MS
HLSJAN This product covers Central Mississippi, Northeast Louisiana, and extreme Southeast Arkansas **Tropical Storm Warning Is Canceled But Gusty Winds Remain A Concern Today** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - All watches and warnings have been canceled * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * STORM INFORMATION: - About 220 miles east-southeast of Jackson MS - 31.5N 86.5W - Storm Intensity 65 mph - Movement North or 355 degrees at 20 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin yesterday evening and has since weakened to a Post-Tropical Cyclone moving north through the region. Heavy rainfall and gusty winds remain a concern for portions of our forecast area today. A Wind Advisory and a Flash Flood Watch are in effect for those affected areas. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * WIND: Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across Central Mississippi, Northeast Louisiana, and extreme Southeast Arkansas. * FLOODING RAIN: Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across Central Mississippi, Northeast Louisiana, and extreme Southeast Arkansas. * TORNADOES: Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across Central Mississippi, Northeast Louisiana, and extreme Southeast Arkansas. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- * OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: If your home or shelter was damaged, be cautious around electrical wiring, broken glass, jagged metal and wood, and protruding nails and screws. Be alert for any lingering wind gusts which could take down weakened trees and/or power lines, collapse damaged structures, or cause flying debris. * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov - For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org - For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org NEXT UPDATE ----------- As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement issued by the National Weather Service in Jackson MS regarding the effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.
Recreation Closures due to Hurricane Isaias
All recreation sites on the De Soto and Chickasawhay Ranger Districts are closed for public safety because of Hurricane Isaias. Please continue to monitor and stay up to date with local weather conditions. Stay safe, everyone.
About
Long Leaf Horse Camp sits at the trailhead of the Longleaf Horse Trail in the Chickasawhay Ranger District of De Soto National Forest. The trail system spans 21 miles across three color-coded loops, accommodating horseback riders, hikers, mountain bikers, and horse-drawn wagons through scenic longleaf pine habitat. The camp provides 12 primitive sites, each outfitted with a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and hitching post for horses. Vault toilets serve the area, with at least one being ADA accessible. Campers must bring their own drinking water as none is available on-site. Gator Pond, located at the trailhead, can be used to water horses but riders must stay off the pond dam. Fishing is available at Gator Pond for catfish, bluegill, and bass, though a Mississippi wildlife management area permit and fishing license are required. Electric-motor-only boating is permitted but there is no boat ramp.
Directions
About 15-17 miles southeast of Laurel, MS, off Forest Service Road 213. The trailhead camp is located on Forest Service Road 213-B.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $3 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (601) 965-1600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Longleaf Horse Trail | |
| USFS Horse Riding and Camping |
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