Welcome
Meridian is a great place to get outdoors. The city limits encompass the 3,300-acre Bonita Lakes Park. It's a peaceful, lightly developed place for paddling, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, exercising, picnicking, or just listening to the birds and feeling the sun on your face. You can even bring your dog (with a leash) or your horse: over 20 miles of equestrian trails wind through the trees and along the lakes.
Nature Trails
- Hike, bike or ride horses through the beautiful pines and natural settings.
- 7-mile loop – well maintained trail, rated as moderate.
- Mini trails off the main loop, for those who like to explore – especially on bike.
- Trails include workout stations throughout.
- Dog-friendly; leash required.
Activities
Geocaching
Using a GPS-enabled device, players use specific GPS coordinates to locate a geocache. There are 2.8 million geocaches in the world today, and the first one hidden in the state of Mississippi is located at Bonita Lakes. Learn more at geocaching.com
Equestrian Trails
Bonita Lakes Equestrian Trails consist of over 10 miles of flats and hills along a lakeshore. Ample parking for horse trailers, wash space and water for horses are provided. The trails are adjacent to the Lauderdale County Agri-Center, which has overnight boarding and RV hookups available.