Roosevelt State Park facts for kids
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 Roosevelt State Park
Location in Mississippi
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| Location | Scott, Mississippi, United States |
| Area | 550 acres (220 ha) |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Established | 1935 |
| Governing body | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks |
| Website | Roosevelt State Park |
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Roosevelt State Park
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| Nearest city | Morton, Mississippi |
| Area | 20 acres (8.1 ha) |
| Built | 1935 |
| Built by | Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) |
| Architectural style | Rustic Style |
| MPS | State Parks in Mississippi built by the CCC MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 97001436 |
| Added to NRHP | December 1, 1997 |
Roosevelt State Park is a fun public park located in Mississippi. You can find it near the town of Morton, right off Interstate 20. The park is built around a beautiful place called Shadow Lake, which is about 150 acres big. It's also right next to the huge Bienville National Forest, between the cities of Jackson and Meridian. The park is managed by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, which helps take care of nature and outdoor activities in Mississippi.
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Park History
Roosevelt State Park is one of Mississippi's very first state parks. It was built a long time ago in the 1930s. A special group called the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) helped build it. The CCC was a program during the Great Depression that gave young men jobs. They worked on important projects like building parks and roads across the country. The CCC started working on Roosevelt State Park in August 1935. The park officially opened its doors to visitors in April 1940.
Fun Things to Do at the Park
Roosevelt State Park offers many exciting activities and places to stay. You can enjoy the outdoors and have a great time with family and friends.
Water Activities
- Go boating on Shadow Lake.
- Try waterskiing for an exciting adventure.
- Enjoy fishing in the lake.
Camping and Lodging
- Stay at primitive campsites for a true outdoor experience.
- Use developed campsites with more facilities.
- Rent cozy cabins for a comfortable stay.
- Book a room at the park's motel.
- Groups can use dormitory-style cabins for group camping.
Outdoor Adventures
- Explore 4.8 miles of nature trails for hiking and walking.
- Visit a scenic overlook for amazing views of Bienville National Forest.
- Play a game on the tennis courts.
- Have fun on the softball field.
- Enjoy a meal at the picnic areas or use the pavilions for gatherings.
- Kids can play on the playground equipment.
- Play a round on the 18-hole disc golf course.
- Cool off in the swimming pool.
Other Facilities
- Visit the visitors center to learn more about the park.
- The 600-seat Livingston Performing Arts & Media Center is also located inside the park. It's a great place for shows and events.
