The Chunky River feeds the Chickasawhay River which joins the Leaf River to form the Pascagoula. This is the northernmost tributary in the vast Pascagoula River system that is floatable. Some major characteristics of the Chunky River are long, still stretches alternating with gentle, rocky rapids. It flows through an area that lies at the fringe of the Appalachians and the scenery consists of rocks, cliffs, ferns, and hardwoods. This section is particularly scenic, with rocky cliffs and lush vegetation. It is a good bass-fishing area too. Another highlight is the creaky iron Stucky Bridge that was first built in 1847.