Rolling Fork, Mississippi is the home of the Teddy Bear and Blues great Muddy Waters.
With a population of 2500, Rolling Fork is the only city located in Sharkey and Issaquena counties, making it the hub of any activitiy in the 2 county region. The city boasts two festivals each year, the Deep Delta Festival in the Spring and the Great Delta Bear Affair in October. Located on Highway 61, the Blues Highway, halfway between Leland and Vicksburg, Mississippi, Rolling Fork is a perfect stop along the route. Tour the Chainsaw carved bears, walk the downtown square, visit Mont Helena and enjoy the friendly people in this small Delta town. During the month of October, visit Farmer Jim's Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze for traditional and decorative pumpkins, or to navigate the 5 acre corn maze.
The only Bottomland Hardwood Forest in the US Forest system is near Rolling Fork. 60,000 acres of contiguous bottomland hardwoods make up Delta National Forest which is located entirely in Sharkey County. Home to many species of wildlife, the forest makes a great place for hunting, hiking, horseback riding, wildlife watching and more. More information may be obtained from US Forest Service - Delta National Forest office located in the USDA building on the Hwy. 61 Frontage Road on the south end of Rolling Fork (662-873-6256).