2024 Map of Barbara

About this map

De Soto National Forest dominates this landscape, where the protected corridor of the Black Creek Wild and Scenic River meanders through the pine-covered lowlands. The map reveals a high density of small family burial grounds, providing an invaluable record for genealogists tracing South Mississippi heritage. From the northern settlement of Barbara to the southern reaches near Whites Crossing, these sites—including Thomas Cem, Fairley Cem, and Miles Cem—are scattered along rural routes like Snider Rd and Fairley Cemetery Rd. The terrain is defined by the Red Hills and Steve Hills, with an intricate drainage network of creeks such as Beaver Creek and Mill Creek feeding into the larger Black Creek basin. Portions of the Camp Shelby military installation intersect with the forest lands, highlighting the area's dual role in federal land management and conservation.