Rocky Springs Picnic Area And Trailhead, Milepost 54.8

Rocky Springs Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail at Rocky Springs at Milepost 54.8

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Quick Facts

Location:

Natchez Trace Parkway, Milepost 54.8 at Rocky Springs

Significance:

Trailhead and Picnic Area

Amenities

4 listed

Parking - Auto, Picnic Table, Restroom, Trailhead

This area has picnic tables and restrooms nearby. This trailhead for the Rocky Springs Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is accessible to hikers only. Hikers can take the trail from the picnic area, and continue north eight miles to the northern terminus or continue south two and one half miles to the southern terminus at Owens Creek. The southern portion of trail takes you over rocky outcroppings and on steep ridges. This trailhead has the most amenities and parking available on this section of Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.

At Rocky Springs, a side trail leads to the remains of the old town, including a church and cemetery. The church and cemetery are off Parkway property.

For more information about the Rocky Springs Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail click here.

For current conditions and potential closures of the trail click here.