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Blame the California exodus or Florida’s continuous crowds, however one unsuspecting southern state is on the rise with remarkably varied locations for tourists to choose from.
Whether it be riverside delights, shining white-sand islands, or tranquil seaside hideaways, there’s no denying Mississippi’s surge in appeal.
Couple of locations exhibit ultimate Southern beauty and roomy beaches like the state I have to sing a tune to help me spell.
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data-src=”https://www.traveloffpath.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/These-Are-2-Of-The-Fastest-Growing-Beach-Towns-In-The-South-This-Summer-.jpg.webp”/ > As such, more individuals have actually taken notification, leading to 2 of the South’s fastest-growing beach towns nestled along what’s become one of America’s trendiest shorelines. With Biloxi becoming not just a location unto itself, however a popular springboard to connecting beach trips, such as Gulfport, Ship Island, and Ocean Springs, which just opened the highly-anticipated OS 1515 Downtown boutique hotel, the Mississippi Coast is lastly getting its due.
But it’s not Ocean Springs, Biloxi, or any city Johnny Money’s baritone vocalized that’s quickly growing– it’s a set of bridge pals set along the scenic Gulf and divided by the bay of the same name.
Pass Christian: Town Beauty Fulfills Calm, Lively Shores
< img width=" 1200"height ="1200"src =" https://www.traveloffpath.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Palm-trees-and-fire-pit-on-Pass-Christian-beach.jpg.webp "alt ="Palm trees and fire pit on Pass Christian beach"/ > Pass Christian. Ever heard of it? Usually that answer would be a difficult “no”throughout the board, however the fact is this lesser-known beach town has seen significant growth over the past 5 years, where Census Takers have actually had to double takes when seeing the
numbers. While Pass Christian remains subtle to travelers, there’s a reason a lot of people are moving here, which’s because it’s a unicorn in a sea of couple of concealed gems staying with vibrant white sand, a welcoming neighborhood, and price in this day and age of info overload.
Do not fret, though– much like Ocean Springs down the coast is embracing more travelers, Pass Christian is fully equipped to become a new getaway hotspot.
No, there are no fancy resorts like Biloxi, but there are many trip rentals, including beachfront cottages and downtown ‘s Hotel Bourbon. I don’t understand about you, but they had me at Hotel Scotch, which other people seem to resonate with too since there’s such rave reviews, like one current visitor declared to ‘Love the self check-in’, including, ‘the room is so low-cost for the space’.
That must be why it’s a 2024 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Winner.
What’s much more attractive is how friendly locals are. It’s the kind of location you can grab a barstool at a local seafood shack like Shaggy’s and go out with a brand-new friend– and if you’re fortunate, stated friend will own a private yacht.
Odds remain in your favor given that Pass Christian has the 2nd oldest luxury yacht club in the U.S.
Bay St. Louis: Bayside Bliss & Southern Soul
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Bay St. Louis hugs both the Gulf coast and Bay St. Louis, the actual bay, with
the Bay St. Louis bridge linking little-known Henderson Point and abovementioned Pass Christian. And that’s enough typing “Bay St. Louis”in the meantime … This tranquil slice of paradise is a small white-sand hideaway exuding rustic appeal downtown and wide-open coasts perfect for a summertime escape, such as local-favorite Bay St. Louis Beach.
While you shouldn’t anticipate vibrant blue waters like Florida’s Caribbean-esque setting, there’s no denying the soft, illuminous sand is just what the physician ordered for a relaxing beach day.
In truth, this is a crucial reason that we were ahead of the curve, unveiling Bay St. Louis as the South’s most underrated coastal getaway this year.
While Pass Christian is still up-and-coming from a tourist viewpoint, visitors will discover a larger series of accommodations, ranging from Hollywood Casino & Resort Gulf Coast to nostalgic bed and breakfasts like Carroll Home Bed & Breakfast, situated in the heart of charming Old Town.
How (And When) To Check out
Being so little and just now getting their due, neither Bay St. Louis nor Pass Christian has their own airports, but nearby Gulfport does with restricted flight service from 5 airlines.
Excellent news is both towns are roughly an hour from New Orleans, which also discusses why both towns go hard for Mardi Gras (mark your calendars!).
As another option, you could likewise check flights to Mobile, which is just an hour and half away. Gulf Shores’new industrial airport is most likely a bit too far out of reach to justify making your base in either of these towns.
Point being, there’s no shortage of options with the right planning. Besides potential hurricanes, which can constantly be a danger along the Gulf for half the year, weather throughout the Mississippi Coast is excellent year-round for sunny beach days.
This summertime, expect warm afternoons with highs of 89, but hardly ever dipping below the mid-70s.
< img alt= ""src=" https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/86a671a1df730287af424be4aa53e12d?s=96&d=mm&r=g "height ="96"width="96"/ > Sam Sears Sam, our Lead Writer & Journalist based in San Diego has checked out 36 countries and written over 1000 articles with a focus on sharing his own travel experiences and shining a light on lesser-known gems. All set For Your Trip? Examine The Current Entry Requirements For Your Location Here
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