Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni – Mississippi Blues Trail

SKY LAKE PRESERVE BELZONI, MS

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni, MS is the oldest known evidence of humans
in the Sky Lake area dating back approximately 4,000 years.
Unfortunately, there are no remains along the boardwalk or anywhere else here to be seen.

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  • Firstly, it’s located just 8 miles north of Blues Markers for Denise LaSalle and Pinetop Perkins in Belzoni and is known as the home to the oldest and largest bald cypress trees in the world.
  • Secondly, these magnificent trees, some over 1,000 years old and with a circumference of 47 feet, are a must-see for nature enthusiasts.
  • Even if you’re not planning on stopping in Belzoni, be sure to visit this scenic preserve for a lovely hike among these one-of-a-kind trees.
  • The preserve is open to the public during daylight hours.

Don’t miss out on this unique and beautiful natural wonder.

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni overview

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni: Trek through this ancient setting on a 1,735-foot boardwalk.

  • Bald cypress trees are magnificent and unique species that thrive in the wetlands.
  • They are easily recognizable by their striking features, including their moss-covered crowns, wide buttressed trunks, and “knees” that protrude from the swamp floor.
  • Despite being conifers, these trees shed their needles in the winter, earning them the nickname “bald.”

These resilient trees play an important role in their ecosystem and
continue to fascinate nature enthusiasts with their beauty and adaptability.

Cypress knee explanation

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni: A 3,500-acre preserve.

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni: These trees are dubbed “Giant Living Dinosaurs of the Delta.”

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni aging giant bald cypress tree

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni

Interesting story about Native American history at Sky Lake Preserve

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni

 

Sky Lake Preserve Belzoni, MS is a natural treasure that must be protected for the generations to come.
Not only does it offer a breathtaking landscape, but it also serves as a crucial habitat
for various bird species, including the majestic roseate spoonbill.
It’s our responsibility to preserve this environment and ensure the survival
of these birds for years to come.
Let’s work together to safeguard Sky Lake and all its inhabitants.

For more insight into this gem Sky Lake Preserve

Directions: From Belzoni, take Highway 7 north for about 8 miles, turn left on Four Mile Road for 3 miles to Permit Station, then go left onto Lake Road. Go about 0.25 miles to WMA headquarters.

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This blog contains a lot of information for those that wish to explore above and beyond!
The Table of Contents below lists all the posts.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

MISSISSIPPI BLUES TRAIL
Clarksdale Blues Markers
Clarksdale Points of Interest
Greenwood Blues Markers
Greenwood Points of Interest
Indianola Blues Markers & Points of Interest
Leland Blues Markers & City Info
Natchez Blues Markers
Natchez City Legacy
Natchez Points of Interest
Old Country Store – Windsor Ruins – Port Gibson Blues Markers 
Po Monkey’s – Cleveland – Greenville Blues Markers
Rolling Fork Blues Marker & Mont Helena Indian Mound
Stovall Plantation – Friar’s Point – Tunica Blues Markers
Tutwiler Blues Markers & Emmett Till Story
Vicksburg Blues Markers
Vicksburg City
Vicksburg Civil War Museum & Coca-Cola Museum
Vicksburg McRaven House
Vicksburg National Military Park
Woodville Blues Markers & City
Vicksburg Delta History & Jewish History
Mississippi Indian Mounds
Mississippi Sky Lake Preserve
Mississippi Itineraries

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