Hotels in Pines Region
Located in east-central area along the Alabama border, the Pine Region of Mississippi is made up of diverse terrain and the rolling countryside is covered with hardwood trees and scenic views. While traveling through the area you will want to make a stop in the largest city of the region, Meridian, and check out historic landmarks like the Highland Park Dentzel Carousel or discover the outdoors at one of the region’s great state parks, like Roosevelt State Park.
This region has a powerful golf pedigree as well, boasting the two highest rated clubs in the south: Old Waverly Golf Club and Dancing Rabbit Golf Club. Call ahead to Old Waverly and schedule a lesson with one of the most sought-after golf pros in the south, V. J. Trolio. Your game with thank you!
There’s also the Silver Star and Golden Moon casinos and in Philadelphia and the Neshoba County Fair, one of the most unique annual events in Mississippi.
Columbus, Mississippi
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Road Trips & Tours
Take a road trip to the City of Meridian and check several historic sites, including the Meridian Museum of Art and the Highland Park Dentzel Carousel. In operation since 1909, the carousel is listed as National Historic Landmark and is the world's only two-row stationary Dentzel menagerie carousel. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Meridian Museum of Art is the regions' premier public museum.
Outdoor Adventure
Head to Lowndes State Park, located just outside of Columbus to enjoy year-round outdoor fun, like hiking and walking, fishing, boating, and horseback riding along the seven miles of well-groomed equestrian trails. If you are looking for some sporting action, stop by the visitor center and enjoy the game room ping-pong tables and outdoor tennis and basketball courts.
Raceways
Located in Columbus, the Magnolia Motor Speedway is a 3/8-mile oval racetrack where the South’s best go to race. This state-of-the-art racing facility is host to several series divisions, including Super Late Model, NeSmith Late Model, NeSmith Street Stock, NeSmith Late Model Sportsman, and Factory Stock. For more racing run, the Columbus Speedway features a 3/10th mile red clay oval with weekly auto racing events all year-round.