Planning for Success - Consider This

• Know the regulations and safety suggestions
• Map out locations for food, water and rest, signage is limited
• Check the weather and keep updated when on your ride
• Plan what you will do if you have an emergency in a no-reception cell area
• Plan where you will leave your vehicle
• Be sure someone knows where you are and when you are expected back
• Carry emergency contact and medical information
• Know if your group requires a permit

 

External Sites that Assist in Planning

Natchez Trace Cycling is dedicated to bicycling the Parkway safely. Visit their site to get great information about how to Be Safe and Be Seen.

Natchez Trace Travel Bicycling page is dedicated to assisting bicyclists to have the best bicycling experience.

 

Plan for a Successful Ride

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  Guidelines for Bicyclists

  What You Need to Know

  Guidelines are for your safety and success.

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  Are You Camping?

  Designated Bicycle & Other Campgrounds

  A listing of campgrounds that are designated for bicyclists.

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  Want a Bite to Eat or Sleep in Town?

  Our Partner's Website Covers Trace Towns

  Hundreds of towns are just off the Parkway. You can sleep at 5 star hotels or hang out at the local BBQ place, and everything in between.

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  WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER?

  Weather & Emergency Information

  Inclement weather can come in many forms. Be prepared. This page will provide emergency information for many types of weather.

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  Need Help?

  Bicycle Services Along the Parkway

  Shops that cater to bicyclists, if you need help

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  Leaving Your Vehicle?

  How and Where to Leave Your Vehicle

  You must file your information with our dispatch office if you are leaving a vehicle overnight. You are responsible for your vehicle safety.

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  Surprise!

  What is Open and What is Closed

  Facilities may be opened or closed, some planned, some unexpected. Know what is open and what is closed.

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  Do You Have a Group?

  Eight or More Riders Need a Permit

  Special Use permits are required for commercial groups and any other group of eight or more bicycles. Learn more about permits here.