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10 ways to stay active in DeSoto County

19 Jan / 2026

If enhancing your wellness routine is on your to-do list for 2026, DeSoto County, Mississippi, is a great place to be. Check out this list below for ways to stay active. 

  1. Stroll or bike around Olive Branch City Park’s walking and mountain bike trails, go for a run on the multi-lane track or challenge your partner to a tennis match.

  2. Take some swings at BankPlus Sports Center in Southaven's Snowden Grove Park. Guests of all ages can practice their form in the batting cages, or head outside for a friendly game of tennis or a fun round of mini golf.

  3. Get your heart rate up at Renasant Park in Hernando. It includes an adventurous trail that connects the dog park and skate park to the baseball fields.

  4. Invite your friends to try something new at Stars In Motion in Hernando. This studio offers yoga, dance or aerial arts fitness classes.

  5. Enjoy the outdoors at Latimer Lakes Park in Horn Lake. This park features a walking trail, tennis courts, sports fields, fishing, disc golf, a skate park and The Fitness Court. The latter offers a calisthenics-focused outdoor gym with 16 workout areas designed for all fitness levels.

  6. Enjoy the views of the Mighty Mississippi at Hernando DeSoto River Park in Walls, where you can bike, walk, fish or enjoy a picnic.

  7. The Well Pilates in Southaven offers sessions filled with intentional movements designed to transform your body. It’s important to note classes take place in an infrared-heated studio, so come ready to sweat!

  8. Located in Hernando, The Gatorade Fieldhouse provides a space for your crew to get active together playing basketball, pickleball, volleyball and more. Be sure to check out their Facebook page for open gym times.

  9. CLUB4 Fitness Horn Lake can help you find the best workout for your body with ways to tone up, burn calories, or just relax with their tanning and red light therapy options.

  10. Inspired by ballet, yoga and pilates, Pure Barre Olive Branch offers a fun and intense workout with their unique approach to exercise.

This list just covers the tip of the iceberg – there are dozens of other ways to stay active here in DeSoto County. We hope to see you soon at one (or all!) of these spots above.