The Best Guide to the Longleaf Trace
The Layout of the Trail
One of the main reasons so many people come to stay with us is how close we are to the Longleaf Trace, the best biking and walking trail in all of Mississippi. With over 44 miles of paved trail to explore from Hattiesburg to Prentiss, the Longleaf Trace offers the perfect outdoor experience for guests who want to breathe in nature or explore the city of Hattiesburg.
To make your visit to the Longleaf Trace as simple as possible, we’d like to offer this guide so you know what the best ways to experience this trail are. Let’s go through it!
Longleaf Piney Resort rests on Mile 10 of the trail. You can either ride east to downtown Hattiesburg or west for a rural ride through the Mississippi countryside. If you want to ride to the downtown area, it’s about a 20-mile round trip ride, which makes for an easy, fun daytime activity.
How wide is the trail?
The trail is around 10 feet wide. Cyclists, joggers, and walkers all need to share the space, so make sure you practice proper trail etiquette so nobody gets hurt.
Are dogs allowed on the trail?
So long as your dog is well-mannered and has a leash, the pup should be able to walk or run alongside you on Longleaf Trace. Make sure you bring proper cleaning gear for your dog just in case.
Complementary pedal bikes available at the Longleaf Trace
Are you not an avid cyclist at home? No need to worry! Longleaf Piney Resort provides complimentary pedal bikes for all our guests. Our bikes are suitable for all individuals, including larger families who can enjoy a delightful ride together.
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What are the best highlights along the trail?
You now have everything you need for a relaxing ride down Longleaf Trace. However, while you may love biking, some of the stops surrounding the trail can make your experience all the better. We’d like to talk about the funnest things to do going both ways on the trail.
Going West
As we mentioned before, if you head west from Longleaf Piney Resort, you’ll have a grand outdoor experience with beautiful trees and wildlife at your sides. It’s not uncommon for guests to park their bikes along the road to explore the hiking trails.
The most notable hiking trails are the Ronnie Shows Nature Center trails, the Darwin Graham Trailhead, and Lott Circle. You can also go on a horseback riding tour at the 4K Stables if you love horses.
Don’t want to ride too far away? No worries, just grab a bite at Sumrall, MS. This is a common place for guests to stretch their legs and get a bite to eat, as it’s only five miles west of Longleaf Piney Resort.
Going East
If you’d rather take the city route, ride 10 miles east and you’ll be in the heart of Hattiesburg. Explore the Hattiesburg Zoo, the University of Southern Mississippi, and the midtown area with its dozens of restaurants. If you want more information about some of these locations, check out our travel guide for more information.
Most of our guests will have at least one day where they’ll be out on the trail. It’s a ton of fun, it’s beautiful, and it takes you to all the most notable attractions near Hattiesburg. We hope that you take some time to reserve a place at Longleaf Piney Resort. The houses are tiny, but the experiences are grand.
Golden Eagle Trail Complex Mountain Bike trails are located 2.5 miles east of Longleaf Piney Resort.
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