Bear Creek is an exceptionally beautiful small stream that runs through the heart of the Tishomingo State Park, the only state park with canoe rental and shuttle services. The landscape is rocky and hilly, and portions of the creek scoot over rocks for some exciting swifts. Other stretches are long, straight, and without current. While in the park’s boundaries the scenery includes towering stands of forest, tall canyon walls, and foliage that is lush green in the summer and stunningly colorful in the fall. This section of river meanders through thick, lush forest of the Toshomingo State Park and ends next to the swinging foot bridge. The park also has a 45-acre lake for paddling, many nature trails, and many camping opportunities.