Outdoor Adventures
“Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” - John Muir
At the Beatnik, we encourage our guests (you) to disconnect from the every day hustle, bustle, and innate stress (especially this year). Not only is our property designed with this in mind, but Ocean Springs has ample opportunity for you to get out in the great outdoors and breathe.
Davis Bayou
A quick drive from the Beatnik is Davis Bayou. As a part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, it is home to a variety of fun, outdoor activities. It is easy to spend many beautiful mornings wandering the wide array of walking trails, picnicing in the park, and exploring the Visitor Center and the Marine Education Center which will tell you all about our coastal ecosystems. It is also home to the longest steel cable extension bridge in the state!
Bird Watching
Coastal Mississippi has some of the best "birding hotspots" in the state! The Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge is known for their amazing conservation efforts for one of the rarest bird subspecies in the world - the sandhill crane. The Davis Bayou area of the Gulf Islands National Seashore has some great bird watching opportunities during all seasons. Trek along the Fontainebleu Trail and spend the day spotting ospreys, admiring blue herons and brown pelicans, and catching glimpses of the sandhill cranes!
Bike Rides
Spend the day cruising through downtown and along the beach. Enjoy the sunshine on your face and wind in your hair as you experience the Ocean Springs in a new way! There is something so special about exploring this coastal town from a bike. It allows you to see things you normally wouldn’t while driving. Located a few blocks down from the Beatnik, TriHard Sports offers everything for local running, swimming, and biking enthusiasts. Head that way to rent one of their cruisers and get to riding- you’ll be surprised at all that you will discover.
HIking Trails
Coastal Mississippi features some incredible hiking trails, or “greenways” tucked along the back bays, beaches, and bayous. Bring your camera and capture moments hiking among massive live oaks and along tidal marsh habitats. Some of our favorite local trails include the Twelve Oaks Walking Trail, the Weeks Bayou Nature Trail, Ruskin Oak, and the shorter hikes in Davis Bayou. A short drive north will take you to the longer Tuxachanie Trail which is a flat, 12 mile trail. Hikers follow along an old, abandoned railroad for the first few miles and will see a large variety of local vegetation.
Beachin’ It
Nothing beats a day at the beach. Toes in the sand, listening to the soft sound of the waves, and relaxing with a good book. There really is nothing quite like it. A quick walk from the property is Front Beach, complete with a small children’s park and beautiful views of Deer Island. Walk from your room to gorgeous sunsets scenes and strolls along the water. We also have a partnership with a local company, and can get a full day of beach chairs set up for you! All you have to do is ask our friendly front desk staff, and we will get it scheduled!