Blackland Prairie section Northern Terminus Trailhead, Milepost 266

Blackland Prairie section of Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail Northern Terminus Trailhead

NPS

Quick Facts

Location:

Natchez Trace Parkway, Milepost 266 near the Parkway Visitor Center in Tupelo, MS

Significance:

Trailhead

Designation:

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Amenities

6 listed

Cellular Signal, Information - Maps Available, Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Parking - Auto, Picnic Table, Trailhead

This trailhead is located just across the Parkway from the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center. Hikers can travel six miles along the outskirts of Tupelo (12 miles roundtrip). You can make the walk as long or as short as you would like on this out and back trail. This section of Scenic Trail is open to hikers only and requires walking on the Parkway for road and creek crossings.

In and around Tupelo, Mississippi, this six-mile section is a popular hiking and equestrian corridor for visitors. Bicycles are prohibited on this trail. You can pick up a Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail brochure by visiting the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center near the northern terminus trail head at milepost 266 on the Natchez Trace Parkway. Check Parkway Visitor Center hours here.

See Alerts & Conditions for updates.