Natchez Trace Parkway - Bicycling the Parkway (U.S. National Park Service)

Bicycling has become a popular activity on the Natchez Trace Parkway. The information found here will help you plan your trip. To ensure a safe and enjoyable trip, bicyclists are encouraged NOT to use the following areas during heavy traffic periods: Clinton to Ridgeland, Mississippi, Milepost 87-103, from 7:00-9:00 a.m.and from 4:00-6:00 p.m.and Tupelo, Mississippi, Mileposts 258-268, from 7:00-8:30 a.m. and 3:00-5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Please use the following to make your trip a success:

Please note that water is NOT currently available at the bike-only campground at mile post 408 as listed on the camping link above. There is water available at the Gordon House and Ferry Site located just south of TN Highway 50 at mile post 407.7.

If you are planning an organized or group ride, a special use permit is required. If we can be of further assistance with your travel plans, especially as they pertain to the Parkway, please write or call us at 1-800-305-7417 or 662-680-4027.

We hope you will make the Parkway a part of your travel plans and that you will enjoy our colorful scenery, history, and southern hospitality.