Road Trips from Clinton, MS
If you're looking to get out of Clinton, MS this weekend, you've got options ranging from quick hops to longer hauls. Most of the drives are on highways, making for straightforward trips. You can find destinations with nearby parks, including some that are part of national monuments, or opt for drives focused on generally flat terrain. The longest trips are around 4 hours, while the shortest are under an hour, so you can decide if you want a day trip or something a bit more involved.
Total Routes
12
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
9
Under 2 hours
Brandon, MS
30m23.2 mi one way
For a very quick escape, Brandon, MS is just 23.2 miles and 0.5 hours away. This route is characterized by mostly flat terrain. It's the shortest drive available, making it ideal if you have limited time. The drive score is 6, indicating a standard highway experience.
Kosciusko, MS
1h 49m87.2 mi one way
This 1.8-hour trip to Kosciusko, MS is a straightforward drive primarily on the highway. It's longer than the Brandon or Vicksburg options but shorter than the eastern Mississippi destinations. While it doesn't feature parks directly on the route, its 87.2 miles offer a decent stretch without being overly long.
Vicksburg, MS
42m34.3 mi one way
This 34.3-mile drive to Vicksburg, MS takes about 0.7 hours and uses mostly surface roads. It's a bit longer than the trip to Brandon but still a short outing. The drive score is 6, and the terrain is not specified, suggesting a standard road trip.
Full-day getaway
8 total in this range
Diamondhead, MS
3h 47m176.3 mi one way
Heading to Diamondhead, MS offers a longer drive of 176.3 miles and 3.8 hours, with a high drive score of 9. This route is mostly highway and includes access to parks, notably the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. It's one of the longer options, suitable for a more extended day trip.
City of Greenville, MS
2h 26m113.5 mi one way
This 113.5-mile trip to Greenville, MS takes 2.4 hours and has a strong drive score of 8. Primarily a highway route, it features nearby parks, including the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. It offers a good balance between distance and drive quality.
Aberdeen, MS
3h 38m173.3 mi one way
Aberdeen, MS is a 173.3-mile drive taking 3.6 hours, with a drive score of 8. This route is mainly highway and provides access to parks like the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument. It’s one of the longer trips, comparable to Diamondhead in length.
Columbus, MS
3h 12m159.8 mi one way
This 159.8-mile journey to Columbus, MS takes 3.2 hours and has a drive score of 8. The route is mostly highway with mostly flat terrain. It also offers proximity to parks, including the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument, making it a solid choice for a longer day trip.
Horn Lake, MS
3h 45m201.1 mi one way
The drive to Horn Lake, MS covers 201.1 miles and takes 3.8 hours, with a drive score of 8. This highway-centric route is one of the longest options and features parks such as the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument and Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument.
Weekend trip
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Diamondhead, MS
3h 47m176.3 mi one way
City of Greenville, MS
2h 26m113.5 mi one way
Aberdeen, MS
3h 38m173.3 mi one way
Columbus, MS
3h 12m159.8 mi one way
Columbus, MS
3h 12m159.8 mi one way
Greenville, MS
2h 27m113.6 mi one way
Vicksburg, MS
42m34.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives offer pleasant weather for the highway routes. Destinations with nearby parks like the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument are particularly appealing.
Summer
Summer road trips can utilize the mostly highway routes. Consider destinations with parks for potential breaks during warmer weather.
Fall
Fall foliage might enhance drives through the mostly flat terrain options. Park access is still a good feature for longer trips.
Winter
Winter travel on these mostly highway routes is straightforward. Shorter drives to places like Brandon or Vicksburg are practical in cooler weather.
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