Hiking in Mississippi might not be as adventurous as it is in some other states, but we’ve got our fair share of great treks. You’ll find everything from famous trails, like the Tanglefoot Trail, to easy hikes in Mississippi. But magical hikes? You might not know it, but the Magnolia State has got a few of those, too. Take, for instance, the Chadwick Lake Walking Trail. Hiding in plain sight and boasting great features, like lake views and a boardwalk, it’s an unexpectedly magical hiking trail that’s perfect for a scenic stroll.

The Chadwick Lake Walking Trail is on the campus of Mississippi State University (MSU) in Starkville.

Mississippi State University/Facebook Open to the public, the 1-mile-long trail circles Chadwick Lake.

The pristine lake has long been a campus highlight.

Debisree Ray/Google And it’s only gotten more popular with the addition of the Chadwick Lake Walking Trail in 2013.

Easy to traverse, the 6-foot-wide, ADA-compliant trail is paved throughout. And the portion that isn’t paved features a boardwalk.

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Because the trail follows the banks of Chadwick Lake, the beautiful waterfront vistas are abundant.

Mississippi State University/Facebook However, the great views aren’t limited to the lake. The surrounding green space is just as lovely, which is why it’s a popular picnic spot.

And just like the great views aren’t limited to the lake, the recreational opportunities aren’t limited to the trail.

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Just a short distance from the trail, there’s a collection of outdoor fitness equipment, making it easy to squeeze in a full workout.

Mississippi State University/Facebook You can even veer off the trail to do some fishing (so long as you have a fishing permit) in Chadwick Lake. There are bass, crappie, and catfish in the lake.

Chadwick Lake Walking Trail isn’t the only must-visit site on the MSU campus, though.

Mississippi State University/Facebook MSU boasts several points of interest, including the Chapel of Memories, Veteran’s Memorial Rose Garden, and the MAFES Sales Store, which is famous for its cheese.

 

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Open to the public, the 1-mile-long trail circles Chadwick Lake.

Debisree Ray/Google

And it’s only gotten more popular with the addition of the Chadwick Lake Walking Trail in 2013.

However, the great views aren’t limited to the lake. The surrounding green space is just as lovely, which is why it’s a popular picnic spot.

You can even veer off the trail to do some fishing (so long as you have a fishing permit) in Chadwick Lake. There are bass, crappie, and catfish in the lake.

MSU boasts several points of interest, including the Chapel of Memories, Veteran’s Memorial Rose Garden, and the MAFES Sales Store, which is famous for its cheese.

Well, what do you think? Are you ready to plan a visit to MSU? Here is some more info on the Chadwick Lake Walking Trail.

So, did you know about this waterfront trail? Ever explored the Chadwick Lake Walking Trail? What about MSU’s other sites? If so, which ones and what’d you think? Tell us! And if you enjoyed this, be sure to check out the most enchanted hike in Mississippi.

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Address: Chadwick Lake, Mississippi State, MS 39759, USA