Flint Creek Water Park facts for kids
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Aerial view of Flint Creek Reservoir
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 Flint Creek Water Park
Location in Mississippi
Flint Creek Water Park
Location in the United States
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| Location | Stone County, Mississippi |
| Nearest city | Wiggins |
| Area | 1,900 acres (770 ha) |
| Established | 1969 |
| Visitors | 350,000—500,000 annually (in 2003) |
| Governing body | Pat Harrison Waterway District |
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Flint Creek Water Park is a super fun place for outdoor adventures! It's located near Wiggins, Mississippi, and it's part of the Pat Harrison Waterway District. This district is a special agency in Mississippi that helps manage water and offers cool outdoor spots for everyone to enjoy.
The park is one of nine water parks in southeast and east-central Mississippi. Their main goals are to help control floods, manage water resources, and provide awesome places for recreation. About 350,000 to 500,000 people visit Flint Creek Water Park every year!
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Explore Flint Creek Water Park
Flint Creek Water Park covers a huge area of about 1,900 acres (that's over 760 hectares!). It's packed with all sorts of exciting things to do, especially if you love water sports.
The heart of the park is the Flint Creek Reservoir, a big lake about 600 acres (240 hectares) in size. This lake was made by building an earthen dam across the top of Flint Creek. The creek then flows south into Red Creek, which eventually joins the Pascagoula River.
Fishing and Swimming Fun
If you enjoy fishing, you're in luck! The lake is stocked with popular fish like largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. So, grab your fishing rod and see what you can catch!
The park also has a swimming area that's open during certain times of the year. It features several exciting water slides that are great for both kids and adults. Get ready to splash and slide!
Nature Trails and Outdoor Adventures
For those who love nature, there's a special nature trail. It's a perfect spot to walk around and enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery. You can see different plants and maybe even spot some local wildlife.
If you want to stay overnight, Flint Creek Water Park has lots of options:
- 156 campsites for RVs (like fancy camping trailers)
- 40 simple campsites for tents
- 34 cozy vacation cabins
- 12 camphouses
There's also a picnic area with tables and barbecue pits. It's perfect for a day trip with friends or family, where you can grill some yummy food.
Splash of Fun Area
In May 2015, a new and exciting area called Splash of Fun opened at the park. It replaced an older area called Water Town. Splash of Fun is packed with awesome water attractions, including:
- More thrilling water slides
- A big swimming pool
- A lazy river where you can float along on a tube
- A fun putt-putt golf course
Getting There
Flint Creek Water Park is super easy to get to! It's only about 2 miles (3 kilometers) from the main part of Wiggins, Mississippi, if you take Highway 29. Wiggins has all the basic services you might need.
The park is also about 35 miles (56 kilometers) from the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. You can get there easily using U.S. Route 49.
Gallery
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Entrance Pavilion
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Flint Creek Reservoir
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Rental Cabins, left background, along reservoir cove
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Rental Cabin
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Lakeview Lodge and Conference Center
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Restroom and Laundry facility
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Picnic Shelter
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Typical Campsite
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Picnic Area
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Swimming Area
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Water Town Recreation Area in background
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Designated Swimming Area
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July 4, 2014 fireworks
