Legion State Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Legion State Park |
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 Legion State Park
Location in Mississippi
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| Location | Winston, Mississippi, United States |
| Area | 420 acres (170 ha) |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Established | 1934 |
| Governing body | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks |
| Website | Legion State Park |
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Legion State Park
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| Location | 635 Legion State Park Rd., Louisville, Mississippi |
| Built | 1934 |
| Built by | CCC |
| Architectural style | Rustic |
| MPS | State Parks in Mississippi built by the CCC MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 98001333 |
| Added to NRHP | November 5, 1998 |
Legion State Park is a fun place for outdoor activities! It's a public park found right next to the city of Louisville, in Mississippi. It's also very close to the Tombigbee National Forest. This park is so special that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. That means it's an important historical site! The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks takes care of the park.
A Look Back in Time
Legion State Park has a cool history! It was one of the first state parks built in Mississippi. The park was created by a group called the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The CCC was a program in the 1930s that helped young men find jobs during a tough time. They built many parks and other public places.
The CCC started working on Legion State Park in October 1934. The park officially opened its doors to visitors in July 1937. One of the oldest buildings in any Mississippi State Park is here. It's called the Legion Lodge. This lodge is made of hand-hewn logs. It looks almost exactly the same as when it was first built!
Fun Things to Do
Legion State Park offers lots of ways to enjoy nature and have fun!
- Fishing: You can go fishing in two small lakes. One lake is 12 acres, and the other is 4 acres.
- Camping: The park has different places to camp. You can choose from simple "primitive" campsites or more developed ones.
- Cabins: If you prefer not to camp, there are also cozy cabins and cottages you can rent.
- Nature Trail: Explore the park on a 1.6-mile nature trail. It's a great way to see plants and animals.
- Picnic Areas: Pack a lunch and enjoy a meal at the park's picnic spots.
- Visitors Center: There's a visitors center that was also built by the CCC. It's a great place to learn more about the park.
