Jul 07,2007
by Staff
 Mississippi Gulf Coast Parks
The Gulf Coast of Mississippi has many fun parks. From Water Parks, National parks, golfing and more to enjoy.
Aces High Parasail
Biloxi Small Craft Harbor,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 432-9200
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED
Operating modern winch boat on the coast, providing totally dry take offs and landings. Fun for the whole family, no experience needed.
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Beach Bums Parasail
1731 James Street,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 435-7280
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED
A 29' winch boat with a platform on the rear deck. See the beautiful coastline from high in the sky!
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Biloxi Natatorium
1384 Father Ryan Rd,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 435-6108
Public, year-round, indoor/outdoor, swimming pool. 50 meter by 25 meter, 4' to 13' deep, heated. 1 and 3 meter diving boards. Locker facilities, showers available. Call for hours of operation. Admission per visit.
J L Scott Marine Education Center
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Get Wet
Section C of Sand Beach- HWY 90,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 897-5481
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED Jet skis, aqua cycles, chair and umbrella rentals conveniently located right on Biloxi's beautiful white beach
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J L Scott Marine Education Center and Aquarium
115 Beach Blvd,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 374-5550
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED
44,000-gallon Gulf of Mexico tank and 47 other aquariums, touch tank, changing art/educational exhibits, films, gift shop. Group programs by reservation. Open Mon-Sat 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission charged.
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LUCKY DUCK AMPHIBIOUS TOURS
SHARKHEADS SOUVIENRS HWY 90,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 297-DUCK
Come make a SPLASH aboard the Mississippi Gulf Coasts’ newest attraction. Enjoy a funny, musical, personally narrated tour aboard our United States Coast Guard Certified Amphibious Bus! Fun and safe for all ages, our tour will captivate you by sharing the colorful history, culture and wildlife of the Coast. Departs 3 times daily, call for info.
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Magic Golf
1785 Beach Blvd,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 432-0635
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED
Family amusement park with two 18 hole minature golf courses, go-carts, batting cages, bumper cars, kiddie and adult rides, arcade, concession stand. Year round 10-10 daily
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Slippery Sam's Inc- WATER PARK
1782 Beach Blvd,
BILOXI, MS Phone - (228) 435-3140
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED Family water park, 3 flumes water slide, concession stand, kiddie pool and bumper boats. Daily 10 to 9. Group rates for 10 or more
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MS Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge
7200 Crane Ln,
GAUTIER, MS Phone - (228) 497-6322
Home of the endangered Mississippi Sandhill Crane and its rare and unique wet pine savanna habitat. Located a half-mile north of I-10, Exit 61, Gautier. Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Fun Time USA
1300 Beach Dr,
GULFPORT, MS Phone - (228) 896-7315
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED Fun for all ages while looking at the white sand and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Bumper boats, mini golf, go karts, tilt-a-whirl, bumper cars, prize winning arcade, and children's rides. Free parking and grounds admission.
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Gulf Islands Waterpark
13100 16th Street,
GULFPORT, MS Phone - (866) 485-3386
OPEN,SAT & SUN 10-7 ONLY UNTIL MAY 21, THEN DAILY. Opening in the summer of 2005,Gulf Islands Waterpark features the Master Blaster, a roller coaster water ride that pushes you up and down the slide. We also have our signature lighthouse with many speed slides connected to it. A lazy river, wave pool and kids multi-play area also offer interactive, splash experiences for old and young. Located I-49 and Canal Road exits on the Gulfport SportsPlex grounds.
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Harrison County Skate Park and Hockey Complex
269 Debuys Rd,
GULFPORT, MS Phone - (228) 896-9206
Ramps for aggressive inline skating & skateboarding. 4 sections (advanced) 12 foot 1/4 pipes to 4 foot 1/4 pipes, (cement bowl) 10 foot deep, (half pipe) 1 14-foot half pipe and 1 6-foot half pipe, and beginner. Tue-Fri 4:00pm to 8:00pm, Sat 11:00am to 8:00pm, Sun 12:00 noon to 6:00pm, summer hours Tue-Sat 10:00am to 8:00pm, Sun 12:00pm to 6:00pm
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Marine Life Oceanarium-Joseph T. Jones Memorial Pa
GULFPORPORT HARBOR HWY 90,
GULFPORT, MS Phone - (228) 864-2511
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED Open year round, features dolphin shows, sea lion skits and exotic birds, divers feeding giant sea turtles, a 15 minute Harbor Train ride, and a sea lion picture session. Summer hours 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; winter hours 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Groups welcome. New Dolphin Interaction Program, reservations/additional fee required
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Ship Island Excursions/Pan Isles Inc.
Gulfport Small Craft Harbor/Jones Park,
GULFPORT, MS Phone - (228) 864-1014
Daily passenger ferry to Gulf Island National Seashore. Cruising March through October. Dolphin sightings, tour Fort Massachusetts. Excellent swimming, shelling, birding. Food service available.
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Wolf River Canoe & Kayak
21652 Tucker Rd,
LONG BEACH, MS Phone - (228) 4527666
Canoe and Kayak Trips - Enjoy a beautiful and scenic trip winding down the Wolf River
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Gulf Islands National Seashore
3500 Park Rd,
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS Phone - (228) 875-9057
Ocean Springs Headquarters features William M. Colmer Visitor Center, exhibits, boat launching, trails, pier, pavilions, playground and campground. Seasonal passenger boat service takes visitors from the Gulfport Small Craft Harbor to day use beaches on West Ship Island. Primitive camping on East Ship, Horn, and Petit Bois Islands.
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Marshall Park
Located at Robinson & Washington Ave.,
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS Phone - ()
Spend the day relaxing under majestic trees which scatter the grounds
of the park. Site of the original town bandstand stands
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Alligator Farm and Airboat Rides
10300 Highway 90,
PASCAGOULA, MS Phone - (228) 475-6026
Enclosed boardwalk allows visitors to feed the alligators and view them up close. Alligators, airboat tours, endangered species, osprey nesting, beavers & more. Mon-Sat 9:00am to 6:00pm, Sun 1:00 to 5:00pm.
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Scranton Nature Center- LEVY PARK
LEVY PARK,
PASCAGOULA, MS Phone - (228) 938-6612
Live animals, museum exhibits include birds, fossils, mammals, rocks & minerals, wildflowers and much more. Admission by donation only. Tue-Sat 10:00am to 4:00pm, Sun 1:00 to 4:00pm. Located at I.G. Levy Park featuring a lake, fishing, picnic facilities, playground, walking trail, and soccer complex.
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Raintree Center Aquatic Gardens
119 East Second St,
PASS CHRISTIAN, MS Phone - (228) 452-3137
A unique nursery featuring a variety of aquatic garden ponds in a serene, walk through setting. Specializes in native plants, antique roses and herbs. Gift shop. Open Mon-Sat 10:00am to 5:00pm.
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Buccaneer State Park
1150 South Beach Blvd,
WAVELAND, MS Phone - (228) 467-3822
HEAVY DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE KATRINA- CURRENTLY CLOSED
A five acre facility with wave pool, double waterslide, kiddie pool for non-swimmers, The Sea Dog Grill; large sun deck, locker rental, tubes and lots of shade. Sand play area. New minature golf course. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day 11:00 am to 6:45 pm.
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