Forrest County Map, Mississippi
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Forrest County, Mississippi
Forrest County sits in the heart of south Mississippi with all of its pine forests. Hattiesburg is the county seat and is the hub of it all. You’ll find the University of Southern Mississippi here so it adds a youthful energy to the area.
The historic downtown is seeing a revival, with new shops and restaurants popping up in old brick buildings. Camp Shelby is one of the largest National Guard training bases in the country.
On weekends, locals come to Paul B. Johnson State Park for fishing and camping. The Longleaf Trace, a 41-mile trail, attracts cyclists and joggers from all over. Forrest County has a little bit of everything. Small-town vibes in Petal. Big city amenities in Hattiesburg. And plenty of nature in between.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Forrest County |
| County Seat | Hattiesburg |
| Population | Approximately 76,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hattiesburg, Petal, Brooklyn, Carnes |
| Interstates and Highways | I-59, US 49, US 98, MS 42 |
| FIPS Code | 28-035 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 470 square miles (Land: 466 sq mi, Water: 4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Jones County (Northeast), Perry County (East), Stone County (South), Pearl River County (Southwest), Lamar County (West), Covington County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 31.1791° N, 89.2804° W |
| Etymology | Named after Nathan Bedford Forrest, a Confederate general |
| Major Landmarks | University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg Zoo, Paul B. Johnson State Park, Longleaf Trace |
| Website | Forrest County Website |
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