Wilkinson County Map, Mississippi

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Wilkinson County, Mississippi

Down in the southwest corner of Mississippi, you’ll find Wilkinson County. It’s a place with deep roots and deeper stories. The Mississippi River forms its western border, next to Louisiana.
Woodville serves as the county seat, a town that feels frozen in time. Folks here are proud of their heritage. They’ll tell you about the days when cotton was king and steamboats ruled the river.
Wilkinson County has its share of old plantation homes. They stand as silent witnesses to a complicated past. Nature lovers might dig the Clark Creek Natural Area, with its rare waterfalls and hiking trails.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Wilkinson County |
County Seat | Woodville |
Population | Approximately 8,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Woodville, Centreville, Crosby, Fort Adams, Pinckneyville |
Interstates and Highways | US 61, MS 24, MS 33 |
FIPS Code | 28-157 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 687 square miles (Land: 678 sq mi, Water: 9 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Adams County (North), Franklin County (Northeast), Amite County (East), East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana (Southeast), West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana (South), Concordia Parish, Louisiana (West) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Mississippi |
Coordinates | 31.1077° N, 91.3335° W |
Etymology | Named after James Wilkinson, an American soldier and statesman |
Major Landmarks | Clark Creek Natural Area, Rosemont Plantation, Woodville Historic District |
Website | Wilkinson County Website |
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