Explore Wilkinson County

Explore Wilkinson County

From waterfalls and forests to museums, historic homes, archaeological sites, festivals, and small-town history, Wilkinson County offers visitors a unique look at the natural and cultural heritage of southwest Mississippi.

Explore the attractions below as you plan your visit.

Waterfall at Clark Creek in Wilkinson County, Mississippi

Clark Creek State Park & Natural Area

One of Wilkinson County's best-known outdoor attractions, Clark Creek features wooded hiking trails, steep terrain, scenic overlooks, and numerous waterfalls.

The natural area is located near Woodville and is operated by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks.

Outdoor Recreation

Explore the hills, forests, wildlife, and outdoor destinations of Wilkinson County and southwest Mississippi.

Outdoor Recreation

Homochitto National Forest

The Homochitto National Forest extends across southwest Mississippi, including portions of Wilkinson County, and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and wildlife viewing.

Explore Homochitto National Forest
Outdoor Destination

Harriswood Plantation

Harriswood Plantation is a private outdoor and hunting destination located in southwest Mississippi near the Tunica Hills.

Visit Harriswood
Recreation

Wilkinson County Park

Wilkinson County Park provides a local setting for outdoor recreation, community gatherings, and family activities.

Wilkinson County Park

Museums & Local History

Museum

Wilkinson County Museum

Located in historic Woodville, the Wilkinson County Museum preserves documents, artifacts, photographs, and stories relating to the history of Wilkinson County.

Visit Historic Woodville
Museum

Wilkinson County African American Museum

The African American Museum is housed in the historic Branch Banking House in Woodville and preserves important stories and history connected with Wilkinson County's African American community.

Museum Information
World War II Museum

Camp Van Dorn World War II Museum

Located in Centreville, the museum preserves the history of Camp Van Dorn and the thousands of soldiers who trained there during World War II.

Visit Camp Van Dorn Museum

Historic Sites & Heritage

Historic Home

Rosemont Plantation

Rosemont is a historic home near Woodville associated with the Davis family and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Visit Rosemont
Mississippi Mound Trail

Lessley Mound

Lessley Mound is a Native American platform mound dating to approximately A.D. 1100–1350 and is part of the Mississippi Mound Trail.

The archaeological site is located on private property and should be viewed only from the designated public pull-off.

Learn About Lessley Mound
Historic Preservation

National Register Historic Sites

Wilkinson County contains numerous buildings, historic districts, homes, and sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

View Wilkinson County Listings
Historic District

Historic Woodville

Woodville is one of Mississippi's oldest communities and contains a large National Register Historic District with historic homes, churches, public buildings, museums, and other sites.

Explore Historic Woodville

Community Events & Downtown Woodville

Community Event

Woodville Deer & Wildlife Festival

The Woodville Deer & Wildlife Festival has been a community event celebrating the area's outdoor heritage, local businesses, food, entertainment, and family activities.

Festival Information
Downtown

Woodville Main Street

Explore downtown Woodville, local businesses, community activities, historic buildings, and preservation efforts in the County seat.

Woodville Main Street

Discover Historic Woodville

The Woodville Civic Club maintains information about local museums, historic architecture, genealogy, historic properties, tourism, and the Woodville National Register Historic District.

Visitors interested in the history of Wilkinson County are encouraged to use Historic Woodville as a starting point when planning a trip.

Planning Your Visit: Hours, admission fees, trail conditions, tours, event dates, and access requirements may change.

Please check with the attraction or organization before traveling, especially for museums, historic homes, private properties, and outdoor areas.

Wilkinson County provides these links for visitor information and convenience. External attractions and organizations maintain their own schedules, policies, websites, and admission requirements.