Today the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail consists of five separate sections--over 60 miles--developed for hiking and horseback riding.
From time to time, there are trail closers because of unsafe conditions. Some closures are short term, others are for years.
This twenty mile section is a popular hiking and equestrian corridor for visitors south of Nashville in Tennessee.
The Blackland Prairie Section is six miles in length located hear Tupelo, Mississippi.
North of Jackson, Mississippi the Yockanookany Section is the longest of the five developed trail sections at 26 miles.
The Rocky Springs Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is a little over 6 mile section located near Port Gibson, Mississippi.
The Potkopinu Section is 3 miles long and it is longest section of Old Natchez Trace in the park.
Following the Leave No Trace Seven Principles can help us minimize those impacts on the Natchez Trace.
National Scenic Trail routes traverse beautiful terrain, and connect communities, significant landmarks and public lands.
Breathtaking landscapes and engaging historical sites inspire mental, physical and spiritual health.
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