Bonita Lakes Park
Bonita Lakes Park
4.5
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111 reviews
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John M
Meridian, MS287 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
We have come here many times during the Covid-19 pandemic. We pick up food from restaurants and bring it here to get away from the house. There are many picnic tables and covered pavilions when not reserved. Feeding the geese is a bonus!
Written 12 March 2021
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masseyvillepottery
Starkville, MS27 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
The Bonita Lakes Park is a beautiful area!! Great for a picnic, walking, gathering. The large lake in the back is the prettiest, in my opinion.
Written 11 July 2018
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Stephanie P
Laurel, MS168 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
We don't have a lot of hikes with hills in South Mississippi. This is a well maintained trail with lots of good up and down hills. Great place for families with children of all ages. Lots of picnic areas and activity areas for kids. You can spend all day there or just hike the trail in about 2 hours. If you are traveling across Interstate 20 through Meridian this would be a great place to stop and take a break from driving.
Written 29 October 2017
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Doug L
Toomsuba, Mississippi, United States17 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
I fish in the upper lake quite a lot. It's become neglected and crime-riddled since our city's current mayor took over. There's many auto-burglaries here. One only has to read the local incidence reports in the local newspaper to realize how regular it has become (you won't see it reported on the local news station). Also, it seems to have become a meeting spot for the local gay community. The lady who used to live beside me actually walked up on 2 men having sex on a nature trail there (she was with her young daughter). I've also heard similar stories from many of the fishermen I meet there. And, you wouldn't believe how littered the ground is with used condoms, in certain areas. Police presence? Sure, if you call a cop driving thru on the main road, from time to time, with his windows rolled up and the air or heat blowing full blast. I doubt he could hear anyone screaming.
Written 13 April 2016
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alabama_number_1
Livingston, AL246 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
This is a great place to walk. It has a good surface. There are places to sit if you get tired. Many people power walk but it is also good for the casual stroll. The summer is too hot though
Written 6 June 2023
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Mike O
Roanoke, VA1,345 contributions
Nov 2021 • Solo
Outstanding trails. I walked a 6 mile loop around the lakes, some on hard surface, some on crushed stone. All were in excellent condition and all were well signed. This is a gem of a park.
Written 18 November 2021
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Rob
7 contributions
Feb 2021 • Family
Great place for a family to go for a walk or a hike. Just beautiful and very family friendly and feels safe
Written 14 February 2021
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Kimberly C
Meridian, MS29 contributions
Sept 2019 • Family
This park is great for families to walk , use the playground , feed the ducks . There is a walking path along the large pond . No dogs allowed to walk along the pond . But you can walk your dog in the woods along the hiking trails . Great place go jog , walk or just enjoy the outdoors . Very pretty place to take pictures around sunsetting on the water .
Written 4 September 2019
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brileyjade
Stone Mountain, GA21 contributions
Aug 2019 • Solo
Bonita is one of meridians hidden treasures. I love to go to Bonita and exercise, the trails are amazing!! Great climbing hills and beautiful view while doing it.
This place is also great to bring your kids to feed the ducks, fish or play on the playground.
This place is also great to bring your kids to feed the ducks, fish or play on the playground.
Written 4 August 2019
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thetinman56
Atlanta, GA229 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
Drove all day and just wanted a spot to walk a few miles. This lake has a 1.19 paved walking/running trail around it. The park was very clean, very safe and very relaxing. Parking was zero problem. If I had more time I would have explored what looked like nature trails. Looked like they have a nice playground was available for the kids too. Will visit here every time I'm in town. The one interesting thing is they have the most ant hills I have ever seen. Hundreds of ant hills, but they are all off to the side of the track. Just be careful!
Written 17 March 2019
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Ken Sykes
Detroit, Michigan
The waterfront homes in Meridian, what body of water are they on?
Written 26 September 2022
Not sure. Id be surprised if they didnt. The ducks provide a lot of entertainment
Written 22 November 2018
Hi Stephen,
Do you know if dogs are allowed to swim or fetch in the lake (s) ?
Written 16 April 2018
Officially, dogs are supposed to be on a leash but many people let them loose in remote areas and it has not become an issue.
Written 17 April 2018
It seems that the "paved" walkway around the lake is not - but many of the trails are dog friendly and I saw many dogs while I was there.
Written 12 September 2017
Can any one tell me if the trails are lighted?
Written 7 April 2016
Only the paved walking track around the lower lake is lighted.
Written 7 April 2016
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