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Mississippi
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Inside National Forests in Mississippi
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Why you'll love it
Shongelo Lake
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This small recreation area is located 5 miles north of Raleigh, MS and 21 miles south of Forest, MS. Shongelo Lake is a 5-acre lake offering bank fishing. A swimming area, 7 picnic sites, picnic shelter and hiking trail make this site appealing for family day-use enjoyment.Shongelo is a fee area and is open seasonally from May through September.
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