I-10

The I-10 access point provides boat launch facilities on the Pascagoula River near Moss Point, Jackson County. This is a major river system—classified as a large, navigable waterway with significant flow averaging over 16,000 cubic feet per second. The river extends 80 miles to the Gulf of Mexico, making it suitable for various paddling and boating activities. The moderate gradient (0.5 ft/mile average) creates manageable water conditions for both kayakers and canoeists, though the average velocity of 3.2 feet/second should be noted when planning trips.

The Moss Point area offers multiple launch options for paddlers exploring the Pascagoula River system. The I-10 ramp provides convenient access to a major waterway that transitions from freshwater upstream conditions to estuarine waters downstream. Nearby, the McInnis Bayou Boat Ramp and other local facilities offer alternative launch points for exploring different sections of the river.

Paddlers using this access should be aware of the river's tidal influence as it approaches the Gulf of Mexico and the proximity to ecologically significant areas including Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge and the Grand Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The Pascagoula River drainage basin covers nearly 9,400 square miles, creating a substantial and dynamic waterway suitable for intermediate to experienced paddlers.