The Big Black River slices diagonally across the state from northeast to southwest. It contains elements of both the Mississippi Delta and the piney hills and it includes sandbars and a few red clay bluffs. Some of the highlights found on this river include lush forest, plenty of sloughs for exploring, and great catfishing, but it is very muddy and the current is slow. The woods and wildlife make it worth it and paddlers return in spite of the mud. This segment makes a good day trip with good access points and plenty of sandbars. There are a few camping options and great fishing. Plenty of smaller sloughs offer access to the swampy environs flanking the river. Paddling up a quiet, shady channel may provide the opportunity to view unsuspecting wildlife and the rich diversity of plants make for stunning scenery.