Riverfront

The Riverfront boat ramp in Moss Point provides public access to the Escatawpa River, a substantial Class 6 waterway draining 1,021 square miles with an average flow of 2,067 cubic feet per second. This is an excellent put-in for kayakers and canoeists exploring the lower Escatawpa, which features a moderate average gradient of 2.2 feet per mile and typical water velocities around 2 feet per second. The ramp connects paddlers to the Escatawpa River Blueway, which terminates at Downtown Moss Point's Riverfront Welcome Center.

Located at the Highway 63 crossing in Moss Point, this access point is well-positioned for both day trips and longer paddling adventures. The lower Escatawpa transitions from freshwater streams to brackish marsh conditions as it approaches the Gulf of Mexico, offering diverse paddling experiences and wildlife viewing opportunities. Nearby recreation areas include the Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge and the Grand Bay Estuarine Research Reserve—two of the most biologically productive ecosystems in the northern Gulf of Mexico region.

Paddlers should be prepared for a large river environment with moderate current and plan accordingly for tidal influences closer to the river mouth. This location is ideal for anglers and paddlers seeking access to Mississippi's extensive freshwater fishing opportunities.