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About Petal, MS

Petal sits in Mississippi's Pine Belt region along US Highway 11, about 10 miles east of Hattiesburg via Interstate 59 (Exit 67). Most visitors arrive from I-59, while locals use Highway 11 and Mississippi 42 for daily commutes to nearby Hattiesburg. The rolling pine forests and mild climate make it a pleasant stop between Jackson and the Gulf Coast. The town houses the International Checker Hall of Fame, celebrating the board game's competitive heritage.

Where is Petal, MS on the map?

Petal, MS is in United States, at 31.348, -89.236 - about 37 km east of Sumrall, MS.

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The closest airport to Petal, MS is Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport, 21 km (about 19 min by car).

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