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City	Ocean Springs
State	Mississippi (MS)
County	Jackson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.402704
Longitude	-88.788647
Population	18,429
Density	616.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	39564, 39566
Area Code	228
County Seat	Pascagoula
School District	Ocean Springs School District

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About Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Ocean Springs is a locality in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 18,429. The population density is 616.1 people per km². Ocean Springs is located at 30.4027°N, 88.7886°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Ocean Springs is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 39564, 39566.

Ocean Springs occupies a low-lying stretch of land where the humid air hangs heavy with the scent of salt and pine. It lies 3.6 miles east-northeast of Biloxi, MS (from Biloxi, MS: bearing 73°T), and is situated 3.9 miles east-southeast of D'Iberville. The landscape remains defined by its immediate proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, which shapes the tides and the soft, shifting light of the late afternoon. Travelers often find themselves drawn to the water’s edge, where the shoreline meets the horizon in a haze of gray and blue. Inland, the terrain reaches toward the gentle rise of Camp Hill, while the waters of Old Fort Bayou wind through the verdant landscape toward the coast. Beyond the immediate shore, one might encounter the quiet expanse of the Harrison Experimental Forest, a place where the stillness of the woods contrasts with the rhythmic pulse of the tides.

Ocean Springs carries a legacy of early exploration and settlement that remains visible in the architecture of its shaded streets. The local economy relies on a blend of maritime industry and a vibrant service sector that supports a steady flow of visitors throughout the year. While the town maintains a connection to the natural resources of the coast, it also fosters a diverse commercial environment that has evolved over many decades. Residents often look toward the nearby Ravine Canne to understand the drainage and natural topography that defined the earliest boundaries of the settlement. The industrious spirit of Ocean Springs manifests in the careful maintenance of its public spaces and the preservation of its modest, historic structures.

The cultural character of Ocean Springs is perhaps most clearly reflected in its dedication to the arts and its long-standing appreciation for creative expression. Walter Anderson, a visionary artist whose work captured the essence of the surrounding flora and fauna, remains the most celebrated individual to have resided within these borders. Public life frequently centers around Little Childrens Park, a space where the rhythm of the day slows to match the passing of the clouds. Festivals and local gatherings often fill the streets, drawing people together to celebrate the unique identity of the region. Visitors may also find themselves drifting toward the proximity of Channel Island, which serves as a quiet landmark visible from the mainland. Ocean Springs preserves its history not through grand monuments, but through the lived experience of its residents and the enduring influence of its most prominent creative voices.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Davis Bayou Coastal Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — locality lies within
Davis Bayou Coastal Reserve (State Conservation Area) — locality lies within
Gulf Islands National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 0.1 mi, 269° W · 213k acres
Clay Boyd Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 026° NE
Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 0.4 mi, 196° S
Ocean Springs City Park (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 284° W
Old Fort Bayou Coastal Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 328° NW
Old Fort Bayou Coastal Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 1.1 mi, 328° NW
Mississippi Vietnam Memorial (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 071° E
Gay Lemon Park (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 057° NE
Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.8 mi, 011° N · 57k acres
Blossman Memorial (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 274° W
Seaman Memorial (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 274° W
D'Iberville statue (Public Artwork) — 2.4 mi, 275° W
Mississippi Sandhill Crane Nwr Macrosite Fee (Conservation Area) — 3.3 mi, 046° NE
Biloxi Little Theater (Theatre) — 5.4 mi, 268° W
Saenger Theater for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 6.1 mi, 266° W
De Soto National Forest (National Forest) — 8.5 mi, 337° NW · 532k acres
Gulf Islands Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 10.9 mi, 176° S · 3,896 acres
TrainTastic (Museum) — 16.3 mi, 267° W
Ship Island Light (Historic Ruins) — 16.9 mi, 219° SW
St. Patrick Theatre (Theatre) — 17.3 mi, 307° NW
Ship Island Excursions (Attraction) — 18.2 mi, 262° W
World’s “Largest Rocker” (Attraction) — 21.1 mi, 280° W
Lance Lumpkin Stadium (Stadium) — 21.6 mi, 262° W
Island Fire Glass Art Gallery and Espresso Bar (Gallery) — 40.5 mi, 083° E
Oakleigh (Museum) — 47.4 mi, 066° NE
Sweet Dreams Haunted Attraction (Attraction) — 48.0 mi, 066° NE
Phoenix Fire Museum (Museum) — 48.5 mi, 066° NE
Bell UH-1 (Attraction) — 49.8 mi, 067° NE

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