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What Is The Natchez Trace Parkway?

The 444-mile Natchez Trace Parkway commemorates an ancient trail used by animals and people that connected southern portions of the Mississippi River, through Alabama, to salt licks in today's central Tennessee. Today, visitors can experience this National Scenic Byway and All-American Road through driving, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and camping.

 
The Parkway is RV friendly.

Camping

There are three campgrounds located on the Parkway. No reservations required to camp at these primitive sites. Other campgrounds can be found along the Parkway corridor that offer full hookups.
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Bicyclist on the Parkway ride single file for safety.

Biking

The Parkway is a designated bike route and is popular during the spring and fall.  Plan your trip with useful information about bicycle related services available along the Parkway.
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Visitors talking with demonstrators from the Tombigbee Pioneer Group.

Special Events

Throughout the year, there are many cultural events such as Pioneer Days, Dulcimer demonstrations, and heritage programs. Check the calendar of events to see what will be happening when you visit.
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Sunrise over the Natchez Trace Parkway

Places to Go

Choosing spots to visit along the 444 mile long Natchez Trace Parkway can be overwhelming. Whether you are traveling the parkway from Natchez to Nashville, or a section in between, you may find these suggestions helpful while planning your trip.
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Write to

Natchez Trace Parkway
2680 Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo, MS 38804

Phone

Visitor Information
(800) 305-7417

Parkway Business
(662) 680-4025

Fax

(662) 680-4034

Climate

In the summer, expect hot and humid weather throughout the length of the Parkway, high temperatures typically in the 90s. In the winter, because the Parkway spans 444 miles north and south, conditions vary greatly. Expect very mild winters near Natchez with only occasional freezing. In Tennessee, snow and icy bridges are common. Spring and fall are very pleasant. Call 1-800-305-7417 for road conditions.
Communities Surrounding Natchez Trace Parkway
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Vardaman, MS (11 min. ) Pop. 1,065
Woodland, MS (16 min. ) Pop. 159
Mantee, MS (21 min. ) Pop. 169
Derma, MS (22 min. ) Pop. 1,023
Calhoun City, MS (25 min. ) Pop. 1,872
Montpelier, MS (34 min. )
Pittsboro, MS (35 min. ) Pop. 212
Maben, MS (36 min. ) Pop. 803
Bellefontaine, MS (36 min. )
Big Creek, MS (37 min. ) Pop. 127
 Slate Spring, MS (39 min. ) Pop. 121
Bruce, MS (40 min. ) Pop. 2,097
Mathiston, MS (40 min. ) Pop. 720
Walthall, MS (41 min. ) Pop. 170
Houlka, MS (44 min. )
Pheba, MS (45 min. )
Trebloc, MS (45 min. )
Van Vleet, MS (45 min. )
Eupora, MS (48 min. ) Pop. 2,326
Coffeeville, MS (58 min. ) Pop. 930