Rodney
The River Moved
State: Mississippi
County: Jefferson County
Founded: 1763
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 4,000
Rodney was once a bustling river port that nearly became Mississippi's capital. The Mississippi River changed course, leaving Rodney two miles from water. Today, about a dozen people remain among crumbling buildings and two historic churches.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Almost became state capital
- River changed course
- Two historic churches remain
Location
Address: Rodney, MS
Coordinates: 31.8333, -91.0667