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Guide to Grenada

Geography

Located in Grenada County in the U.S. state of Mississippi, the city of Grenada is located about 114 miles north of Jackson, the state capital. The Yalobusha River flows through the city.

Climate in Grenada

Grenada’s climate is humid subtropical, which means that the summers are long, hot, and muggy; the winters are short, cold, and wet; and it is partly cloudy year-round. The best times to visit would be from late April to mid-June and from late August to mid-October.

Culture

The Choctaw people were the ancestral owners of the land on which Grenada is built. The city of Grenada is, in fact, the result of the union of the two adjacent towns: Pittsburg and Tullahoma, separated by the present-day Line Street.

Things to do do in Grenada

Explore the city’s scenic state parks

One of the most popular city breaks for locals and tourists alike is Hugh White State Park, perched along the serene Grenada Lake. It offers stunning natural beauty and hiking trails along the lakeside. Alternatively, head to George P. Cossa State Park, where you can find 83 campsites, 35 waterfront sites, 48 naturalized wooded camping areas, restrooms, and a small playground. Grenada Lake itself is a prime spot for a weekend getaway. The largest freshwater lake in the State of Mississippi, it offers great fishing, waterfront lodging, beautiful surrounding landscape, wildlife, and watersports.

Learn about civil rights history

If you’re interested in learning about this town’s involvement in the civil rights movement, head to the Belle Flower Missionary Baptist Church, which was founded in 1868 and served as a hub for community and national organizers during the civil rights movement.

Eating out in Grenada

A relaxed eatery serving pizza, pasta, subs, wings and other appetizers, Lost Pizza Co. is a popular spot among the locals. Their quirky decor also makes for great photo backdrops. For a menu of BBQ, steaks and seafood, Jake & Rip’s should be your go-to place. They’re housed in a wood-paneled, rustic hole filled with taxidermy. JuJu’s Market is the undisputed king of chocolate pie in town. So do not miss trying out their ooey-gooey chocolatey deliciousness.

Grenada Transport

Airport

Grenada Municipal Airport (GNF) is a public use airport serving Grenada County.

Getting around Grenada

Grenada doesn’t have its own public transit system. To get to Jackson, take a Greyhound coach. Alternatively, renting a car is also a popular option among those who want to go off the beaten track and explore.