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806 ft · Highland Rim, Mississippi
Woodall Mountain
Woodall Mountain is an 806 ft peak in the Highland Rim, Mississippi. The standard route is the Loop Trail: 0.1 mi, 9 ft of gain, Class 1.
Woodall Mountain at a glance
- Elevation806 ft245 m
- RouteThe Loop TrailClass 1
- Distance0.1 mi9 ft gain
- Time5 – 10 minWalk-up effort
- SeasonYear‑round
- RangeHighland RimMississippi
Climbing the Loop Trail
From Iuka, Mississippi, take County Road 187 south to the summit area near the Tennessee border. Short walk to the benchmark marker at the high point. Respect private property signage in the surrounding area. Thunderstorms are frequent in summer months. Nice views of the surrounding Highland Rim countryside. A quick roadside stop on a state highpoints tour. No facilities at the site. One of the lower and easier state highpoints. Best visited spring or fall for pleasant conditions. The area has some Civil War history nearby.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (15–25 L)
Water
First-Aid Kit
Offline Maps
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Trail Shoes
Midlayer
Sun Hat
Buff
GPS Device
What to watch for
- Storms
Woodall Mountain on Yak
Climbers have shared 5 climbs of Woodall Mountain on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app
Quests with Woodall Mountain
50 State HighpointsFrequently asked questions
How tall is Woodall Mountain?
Woodall Mountain is 806 feet (245 m) tall. It is in the Highland Rim, Mississippi.
Is Woodall Mountain the highest point in Mississippi?
Yes. At 806 feet, Woodall Mountain is the highest point in Mississippi.
How hard is it to hike Woodall Mountain?
The Loop Trail is Class 1, which means hiking on a trail. Yak rates it a walk-up: 0.1 miles with 9 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Woodall Mountain?
Most people take 5 – 10 minutes round trip on the Loop Trail, covering 0.1 miles with 9 feet of elevation gain.
Can a beginner hike Woodall Mountain?
Most people can. It is a short walk of 0.1 miles with 9 feet of elevation gain, about 5 – 10 minutes round trip.
When is the best time to hike Woodall Mountain?
Woodall Mountain is open for hiking year-round. Conditions change with the seasons, so check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Woodall Mountain with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list