State Park · Mississippi
Paul B. Johnson State Park
- Location
- Forrest County, Mississippi
- Nearest town
- 10 miles east of Purvis
- Type
- State Park
About Paul B. Johnson State Park
Geiger Lake sits at the center of this recreation area, reached from U.S. Highway 49 near McLaurin. The park carries the name of Paul B. Johnson, Mississippi's forty-sixth governor. It lies south of Hattiesburg, giving visitors lake access as the primary feature of the grounds.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Paul B. Johnson State Park is in Forrest County, Mississippi, 10 miles east of Purvis. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.