When it’s hot in Mississippi, cooling off is on everyone’s priority list. And with everyone trying to stay cool, the state’s most popular swimming spots can get a bit crowded. Luckily, there are plenty of secluded waterfalls in Mississippi to swim in – and this waterfall swimming hole is one of the very best. Read on to learn about the remote oasis known as Union Falls in Mississippi and where you can find it. Find more great trails at Alltrails.

Editor’s Note: Please take precautions if you plan to go to Union Falls, which does not have a lifeguard, as there have been injuries and drownings. You might even want to wear a life jacket.

This is the beautiful Union Falls. It’s situated on Tallahala Creek in the small community of Ovett, which is in southeastern Jones County.
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More specifically, it can be found on Ovett Moselle Road. Click on the link below the map for directions to the secluded fall.
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The waterfall is not only a beautiful sight, but it also creates the perfect Mississippi swimming hole.
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A great place to cool off on a hot day, the water is always cold. So even when it's extra hot outside, there's no worry of this turning into a mini-hot spring.
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And with its remote location, it’s likely you’ll have the swimming hole all to yourself.
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Between Union Falls’ secluded locale and immense beauty, you’ll probably want to stay all day long. So remember to bring towels, snacks, chairs, and anything else you may need for a day at this waterfall swimming hole in Mississippi. You can even set up a picnic for an idyllic day fit for a storybook.
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Union Falls is located at Ovett Moselle Rd., Ovett, MS 39464.

So, have you ever been to Union Falls? Know of another hidden Mississippi swimming hole? Tell us in the comments section.

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This isn’t the only waterfall swimming hole in Mississippi. Check out some of the very best Mississippi waterfalls you can swim in!

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  • Clark Creek Natural Area is the best place for a waterfall that surrounds you when you reach it! Its unique U shape will make you feel like there's nothing else around you. It's also known for its pretty hiking trails.
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There are lots of good swimming holes in Mississippi! So when you're ready for an idyllic day out in the summer, you can't go wrong with any of the beautiful spots in our state.

  • Cooper Falls in Iuka is a great spot to swim right under a waterfall. It's an especially impressive place because of the falls' epic height of 50 feet.
  • If you prefer jumping into a river, take a dip in the pretty and clear waters of Chunky River and enjoy a peaceful float.

 

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When you're in the mood to get the full experience of the summertime, you might find yourself wondering about where the most beautiful lakes in Mississippi are.

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