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Picayune
Locals say Piney Woods · “Hub of the Piney Woods”
Where the pines meet the Pearl
Pine Forest GreenPearl River Blue
Welcome to the Piney Woods! Whether you're here for the crawfish, the river floats, or just the quiet of the pines, you'll find a friendly community. Come on in and set a spell.
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The room
One room for everyone around Picayune. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Things to do
- Crosby Arboretum Public botanical garden with native piney woods plants
- Pearl River Community College Community college campus in Poplarville
- Bogue Chitto River Popular for tubing, kayaking, and swimming
- Pearl River Major river for fishing and boating
- Pearl River County Courthouse Historic courthouse in Poplarville
- Outdoors Float the Bogue Chitto River
- Outdoors Fish for catfish on the Pearl River
- With kids Visit Crosby Arboretum
- With kids Attend the Blueberry Jubilee
- Evenings Listen to live music at a fish camp
- Evenings Attend a community crawfish boil
- Locals love Fish camps
- Locals love Hunting camps
Through the year
- Picayune Crawfish Festival April Crawfish boils, live music, and local vendors
- Poplarville Blueberry Jubilee June Blueberry picking, pies, and family activities
- Pearl River County Fair October Carnival rides, livestock shows, and local exhibits
Subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Best: Spring and fall are the best times to be out.
Talk like a local
- “Y'all”
- You all
- “Fixin' to”
- About to do something
- “Mudbug”
- Crawfish
- “Piney woods”
- The local pine forest region
Getaways
- New Orleans Big city food, music, and culture
- Gulfport Beaches and casinos
- Slidell Shopping and easy access to Lake Pontchartrain
- Hammond College town with a lively downtown
Local flavour
Rooting for New Orleans Saints, LSU Tigers, New Orleans Pelicans
Eat and drink
- Crawfish Boiled or in étouffée, a staple during spring
- Catfish Fried or grilled, often from local farms
- Sweet tea A constant companion at every meal
- Fried green tomatoes A southern classic with a local touch
- Mississippi mud pie A rich chocolate dessert with a local name
Where people go
- Crawfish boils Seasonal gatherings with friends and family
- Fish camps Rustic spots along the river for fishing and relaxation
- Piney woods Vast stretches of pine forest for hunting and hiking
- River landings Public access points to the Pearl River
- Hunting camps Seasonal retreats for deer and turkey hunters
- Southern diners Family-owned spots serving plate lunches and breakfast
Heritage and traditions
Picayune and Pearl River County take pride in their Piney Woods heritage, a close-knit community, and the simple pleasures of crawfish boils, blueberry harvests, and lazy floats down the Pearl River.
Say it like a local: “boudin” — A type of sausage (from Louisiana French)
Landmarks with a story
- Historic Downtown Picayune Early 20th-century storefronts recall the timber and railroad era.
Food traditions
- Blueberry desserts and pies Poplarville is the Blueberry Capital, and locals celebrate the June harvest with cobblers and jams.
- Gumbo and jambalaya Louisiana influence is strong, with many families making these dishes at home or at gatherings.
- Po'boys A nod to New Orleans, these stuffed sandwiches are a local favorite.
- Hush puppies Served with fried catfish at fish camps along the Pearl River.
Music and arts
- Bluegrass and country music Local musicians play at festivals and community gatherings.
- Gospel music Church choirs and singing conventions are a strong tradition.
A little history
- 1880s–1920s Timber boom
- 1883 Railroad arrival
- 1884 Name origin
- 20th century Blueberry industry
Rivalries
- Picayune High vs Poplarville High Friday night football rivalry
- Game day High school football
- Game day Fishing tournaments
- Outdoors Camping in the De Soto National Forest
- Outdoors Tubing on the Pearl River
- With kids Going to the local library
- With kids Attending church picnics
Locals speak with a Southern accent, using 'y'all' and 'fixin' to.' Proximity to Louisiana brings French-derived words like 'lagniappe' and 'boudin' into everyday speech.
Only here
- The name 'Picayune' itself, a small coin, is a unique conversation starter.
- Poplarville is known as the 'Blueberry Capital of Mississippi.'
- The Pearl River is a favorite for tubing, and locals often say 'the river is up' after heavy rains.
New here? A few tips
- Embrace the heat: summers are hot and humid, so stay hydrated and use sunscreen.
- Learn to love sweet tea and crawfish.
- Be prepared for occasional flooding near the rivers.
- Take a day trip to New Orleans, only about an hour away.
- Get to know your neighbors; small-town life is friendly.
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Picayune, 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.