Ladies and gentlemen, Labor Day is on the way! As summer heads into its final days, we’re encouraging everyone to soak up time spent with your friends and family in Laurel and Jones County. Whether you’re planning a long-weekend getaway this September or are just searching for the coolest ways to end off July, there’s no better place to capture that sweet transition from late summer into early fall. As the afternoons move into cool, crisp evenings our corner of Mississippi comes alive with the perfect combination of outdoor adventures, unique retreats and classic small-town fun.
Camp Out!
If your ideal seasonal escape involves gathering around a campfire and immersing yourself in the Great Mississippi Outdoors, Laurel and Jones County offer plenty of scenic spots to set up camp. Nature lovers can pitch a tent near the pristine waters and trails of Big Creek Water Park . For those hitting the open road in a rig, comfortable and convenient options like Sleepy Hollow RV Park serves as the perfect home base for your late-summer travels.
Life at the Lodge
For a getaway that seamlessly blends nature with relaxation, look no further than The Lodge at Sweetwater Studios. Tucked away on twenty-six peaceful plot just outside Laurel, this retreat center provides a glamping experience unlike any other with its fully furnished, canvas safari-style tents. Guests can unwind along winding lakefront nature trails, recharge in the greenhouse spa, soak in the saltwater pool or hot tub or pop into the yoga studio and creative art spaces. It’s a one-of-a-kind setting to slow down, reset and embrace the changing seasons.
For the Kiddos
Keeping the kids entertained as summer winds down is effortless thanks to a wonderful mix of local parks, creative spots and sweet treats. Families can spend a sunny afternoon cooling off with a decadent chocolate malt or a scoop of blueberry cheesecake at Bennie and Mae’s Ice Cream Shop, enjoying a classic banana split at The Laurel Creamery or sipping fresh-squeezed lemonade from Hand + Made before heading to a nearby park for a picnic.
When it is time to head indoors, children and parents alike can explore ceramic and watercolor workshops, set off on a scavenger hunt at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art, Mississippi’s oldest museum, or take a trip back in time at the Veterans Memorial Museum.
Whether you are packing up the RV for Labor Day weekend or simply squeezing every last drop of sunshine out of the final weeks of the season, Laurel and Jones County is ready to welcome you with open arms and signature Southern hospitality. Start planning your late summer and early fall adventures today!
