Natchez Trace Parkway (U.S. National Park Service)

Natchez Trace Parkway • AL,MS,TN

A slightly curvy section of the Natchez Trace Parkway in Early Fall

View of the Double Arch Bridge from Birdsong Hollow

A foggy section of the Old Trace in autumn

The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile recreational road and scenic drive through three states. It roughly follows the "Old Natchez Trace," a historic travel corridor used by American Indians, "Kaintucks," European settlers, slave traders, soldiers, and future presidents. Today, people can enjoy a scenic drive as well as hiking, biking, horseback riding, and camping along the Parkway.

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Duration:: 5 minutes, 19 seconds

The Natchez Trace Parkway is more than a scenic drive. Discover the many recreational opportunities that can be found along the way.

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Plan Your Visit

There is plenty to do and see along the 444-mile Parkway.

A simple map of the Natchez Trace Parkway

Maps

Need directions? Find maps of the Parkway here.

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Basic Information

Find information about visitor centers, operating hours, entrance fees, pets and more.

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Current Conditions

Find out about the current weather, detours, and closures.

Roadway winds away from viewer. Trees line each side of road with leaves yellow and orange in fall.

Things To Do

The Natchez Trace has so many different things you can do. Start here to plan your trip along the Parkway.

Painting of boatmen and American Indians walking past each other on the Natchez Trace.

History Along the Trace

People have walked the Natchez Trace for thousands of years. Learn more about the history of the Natchez Trace here.

A curved section of the Natchez Trace Parkway

Traveling the Trace

Know how to keep yourself and others safe on your visit to the Parkway.

Cyclists pedal through the rolling hills of the parkway.

Bicycle the Natchez Trace Parkway

The Natchez Trace Parkway is a designated bicycle route. Start planning your next cycling adventure.

a family walks along the park road with their RV in the distance.

Camping

There are several places to camp all along the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Last updated: January 5, 2024

Plan Your Visit

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

2680 Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo, MS 38804

Phone:

662 680-4027
The Parkway Visitor Center near Tupelo, MS, is open 9am-4:30pm seven days a week. The visitor center is closed Thanksgiving, December 25th and January 1st.