Pontotoc, MS

united states

Pontotoc is a small county seat in north-central Mississippi, about 20 miles southeast of Tupelo via US Highway 15. The town sits at the intersection of US 15 and State Route 9, making it a natural crossroads for the region. Visitors typically drive through Tupelo to connect with Interstate 22 for longer trips, while Tupelo Regional Airport is 25 miles northwest. The 1907 courthouse with its stone clock tower anchors the town square and can be spotted from blocks away.