Lucedale
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Lucedale
Locals say Piney Woods
Where the pines whisper and the river runs deep
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Welcome to the Piney Woods of South Mississippi, where the rivers run slow and the catfish are always biting. Whether you're here for the hunting, fishing, or just the sweet tea, you'll find a friendly wave from every porch.
Clubs for Lucedale
No clubs for Lucedale yet.
The room
One room for everyone around Lucedale. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
Coming up
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Lucedale. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- De Soto National Forest Piney woods, camping, and trails; a vast public forest spanning several counties.
- Pascagoula River One of the last free-flowing rivers in the lower 48; great for fishing and kayaking.
- Leaf River A tributary of the Pascagoula, popular for canoeing and bank fishing.
- George County Courthouse Historic courthouse in Lucedale, a centerpiece of the town square.
- Greene County Courthouse Old courthouse in Leakesville, reflecting the area's heritage.
- Wayne County Courthouse Courthouse in Waynesboro, often the site of community gatherings.
- Outdoors Fishing on the Pascagoula River
- Outdoors Hunting in De Soto National Forest
- With kids Fishing on the Pascagoula River
- With kids Picnicking at a county park
- Evenings High school football games
- Evenings Local music nights
- Locals love Catfish houses
- Locals love Barbecue joints
Through the year
- Lucedale Watermelon Festival July A summer celebration of the local watermelon harvest with food, music, and a parade.
- George County Fair October Annual fair with livestock shows, carnival rides, and local crafts.
- Greene County Fair October A traditional county fair in Leakesville with agricultural exhibits and entertainment.
- Wayne County Fair October Held in Waynesboro, featuring livestock, food vendors, and community gatherings.
- Small Town Christmas Parades December Holiday parades in Lucedale, Waynesboro, and Leakesville that bring the whole community out.
Humid subtropical climate with hot, muggy summers and mild winters. The best times to be out are spring and fall, when the piney woods are pleasant and the rivers are full. Best: Spring and fall are ideal – mild days, cool nights, and lower humidity.
Talk like a local
- “Piney Woods”
- The region's nickname; locals refer to the area as 'the Piney Woods'.
- “Y'all”
- You all; a standard Southern plural pronoun.
- “Fixin' to”
- About to; getting ready to do something.
- “Creek”
- A small stream or creek, often pronounced 'crick'.
Getaways
- Laurel, MS Known for its historic downtown and the HGTV show 'Home Town'.
- Hattiesburg, MS A college town with shopping, dining, and the Longleaf Trace trail.
- Meridian, MS Visit the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience and the historic Dentzel Carousel.
- Mobile, AL A port city with the USS Alabama, the Gulf Coast Exploreum, and Mardi Gras history.
Local flavour
Rooting for Mississippi State Bulldogs, Ole Miss Rebels, Southern Miss Golden Eagles, New Orleans Saints
Eat and drink
- Fried catfish Often served with hushpuppies and coleslaw
- Barbecue Pork-centric, slow-smoked, often with a vinegar-based sauce
- Sweet tea The house drink, extra sweet
- Pecan pie Local pecans are a regional staple
- Biscuits and gravy Breakfast comfort food
Where people go
- Catfish houses Family-run spots serving fried catfish, hushpuppies, and coleslaw
- Barbecue joints Smokehouses serving pulled pork and ribs
- Country diners Breakfast and lunch spots with daily specials
- Hunting camps Deer and turkey camps in the pine woods
- Fishing spots on the Pascagoula River Bream, bass, and catfish in the river and its creeks
- General stores Old-fashioned stores selling groceries, feed, and gas
- Courthouse squares Historic town centers with county courthouses and small shops
- Pine plantations Vast rows of pines for timber, a defining landscape
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Nearby
Every areaLaurelMississippiThe heart of the Pine BeltHattiesburgMississippiPine-scented streets, Southern hearts.JacksonAlabamaWhere the pines whisper and the rivers run slow.MeridianMississippiHeart of the Black PrairieCollinsMississippiWhere the pines meet the red dirtDemopolisAlabamaWhere the Black Belt meets the riverMobileAlabamaWhere the bay meets the river, and the party never ends.Daphne–FairhopeAlabamaWhere the bay meets the Gulf
George, Wayne and Greene counties, MS. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.