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Long Beach Mississippi Map

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Interactive Map of Long Beach, Mississippi

City	Long Beach
State	Mississippi (MS)
County	Harrison County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.354468
Longitude	-89.162678
Population	16,780
Density	632.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	39560
Area Code	228
County Seat	Gulfport
School District	Long Beach School District

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About Long Beach, Mississippi

Long Beach is a locality in Harrison County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 16,780. The population density is 632.5 people per km². Long Beach is located at 30.3545°N, 89.1627°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Long Beach is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 39560.

Long Beach occupies a singular space where the heavy, salt-thickened air of the Gulf of Mexico settles over the flat, sandy soil. It lies 3.8 miles west-southwest of Gulfport, MS (from Gulfport, MS: bearing 252°T), and is situated 6.1 miles east-northeast of Pass Christian. The horizon here is defined by the expansive, shifting surface of the water, which pulls the light into long, shimmering ribbons during the late afternoon. Travelers moving inland might encounter the quiet currents of Canal Number One, a waterway that marks the transition from the shore to the wooded lowlands. Beyond the immediate reach of the coast, the landscape remains subtle and unassuming, though those seeking elevation can look toward the distant silhouette of Great Sand Hill. Even the presence of Cat Island, visible as a faint smudge against the sky, reminds the observer that the land is merely a threshold to the vast, open expanse of the gulf.

Long Beach developed its identity through the steady, patient rhythm of maritime trade and the cultivation of local harvests. The economy has historically leaned into the bounty provided by the water, supporting industries that process the daily catch and maintain the infrastructure of the harbor. Generations of laborers have worked the earth and the shoreline, building a legacy that favors endurance over rapid, volatile expansion. While the modern commercial landscape has diversified, the spirit of the local industry remains tethered to the essential tasks of transport and resource management. The quiet industry of the region ensures that the pace of life remains deliberate, reflecting a history shaped by both the storms that sweep in from the water and the calm periods of growth that follow.

The cultural character of Long Beach is expressed in the unpretentious gatherings at Gaston Point Park, where the shade of the trees offers a reprieve from the persistent coastal sun. Residents often mark the passage of time through the seasonal festivals that honor the bounty of the Gulf of Mexico, drawing people together under the wide, gray-blue skies. While the town maintains a modest profile, it has been shaped by the creative output of individuals like the writer Philibert de Comminges, whose work captures the sensory weight of this specific geography. Life moves with a quiet gravity here, evidenced by the way people navigate the local streets and the pride taken in maintaining the integrity of their neighborhood spaces. The landmarks are not grandiose, but they serve as steady anchors for a community that values its connection to the land and the water.

Nearby Outdoor Places

City of Long Beach Centennial 1905-2005 (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 116° SE
Long Beach Schools (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 118° SE
Harper-McCaughan Elementary School (historical) (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 119° SE
Lance Lumpkin Stadium (Stadium) — 0.9 mi, 078° E
Bayou Portage Coastal Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 252° W
Bayou Portage Coastal Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.6 mi, 252° W
Wolf River Coastal Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.9 mi, 298° NW
Wolf River Marsh Coastal Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.9 mi, 298° NW
Ship Island Excursions (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 081° E
De Soto National Forest (National Forest) — 5.1 mi, 062° NE · 532k acres
TrainTastic (Museum) — 6.4 mi, 069° E
World’s “Largest Rocker” (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 012° N
Gulf Islands National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 8.6 mi, 176° S · 213k acres
Ship Island Light (Historic Ruins) — 15.3 mi, 130° SE
Astronaut Fred Haise, Biloxian (Public Artwork) — 15.8 mi, 080° E

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