Witch Dance Horse Trail
Mississippi
Free — you'll pick up right here.
13.7 mi
Distance
1,708 ft
Gain
3h 22m
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 2 h ago · oldest 2 h
problem: Agency alerts
7 active alerts in National Forests in Mississippi; most severe: Weapons Use FOREST ORDER NO. 08-11-37-23-152-1
USFSPosted Jul 10 · checked 2 h ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 86°F / low 66°F, 0% precip — 87/100 for hike
OpenWeather2 h ago
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Witch Dance Horse Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 13.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,708 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,708 ft
- Highest point
- 516 ft
- Lowest point
- 335 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
About this trail
Witch Dance Horse Trail is a 9.19-mile out-and-back equestrian trail in Mississippi offering a scenic journey through forested terrain ideal for horseback riders and hiking enthusiasts. This trail winds through mixed pine and hardwood forests typical of the region, providing a peaceful woodland experience. The out-and-back format allows riders to explore at their own pace and turn back at any point.
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