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    Natchez Trace

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  • Sequestration Effects on the Parkway

    On March 1, 2013, the Parkway was required to reduce its annual budget by five percent, in accordance with the sequestration provision of the Budget Control Act of 2011. Click the link to learn about visitor center, restroom, and services impacts. More »

  • Portion of National Scenic Trail Near Tupelo Closed to Hikers

    Part of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail (NOT the Parkway) near Tupelo, MS, has been closed until 2015 due to construction under Tupelo's Major Thoroughfare Construction Project. Parkway travelers may expect delays, but no detours are expected. More »

Recycling on the Parkway

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The Natchez Trace Parkway is working to help visitors dispose of their waste responsibly. Currently, the Parkway offers recycling bins in three locations:

  • Parkway Visitor Center (milepost 266)
  • Reservoir Overlook (milepost 105.6)
  • Parkway Information Cabin (milepost 102.4)

These sites will accept plastics #1-5, and aluminum. More sites will be coming soon! Thank you for supporting the recycling program.

Did You Know?

Emerald Mound, Mississippi

Emerald Mound is the largest Mississippian Period ceremonial mound along the Natchez Trace Parkway, and covers nearly eight acres.