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Natchez Trace Parkway open near Tupelo, Mississippi

Two lane road lined with trees in winter foliage
The parkway is open near Tupelo, Mississippi

NPS photo/J. Childs

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News Release Date: December 14, 2023

Contact: Mandi Toy, 662-322-1077

TUPELO, Miss.—The closed section of Natchez Trace Parkway, Milepost 239.2 (near Highway 32) to Milepost 256.9 (Near Highway 6), has reopened to traffic.

Travelers should expect single lane closures into Summer 2024. Work continues to add an additional layer of asphalt, add permanent striping, and grade the shoulder.  Please Drive safe, the park way and remember to watch out for people working on the road. Visit www.nps.gov/natr for the most current information on detours and closures on the Parkway.

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Last updated: December 14, 2023

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Mailing Address:

2680 Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo, MS 38804

Phone:

800 305-7417
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.

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