Parkway

Natchez Trace Parkway

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.

Park Photos

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

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The Natchez Trace Parkway commemorates a historic travel route that helped build the young United States. The Parkway 444 miles, with plenty of stops to allow you to explore some of the history or enjoy the scenery along the way.

Credit: NPS Photo

View of the Double Arch Bridge from Birdsong Hollow

A foggy section of the Old Trace in autumn

Activities

Auto and ATV

Scenic Driving

Biking

Road Biking

Camping

Car or Front Country Camping

RV Camping

Compass and GPS

Geocaching

Picnicking

Hiking

Front-Country Hiking

Horse Trekking

Horseback Riding

Astronomy

Stargazing

Wildlife Watching

Birdwatching

Park Film

Guided Tours

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Self-Guided Tours - Auto

Junior Ranger Program

Bookstore and Park Store

Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Food

Shopping

Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating Hours

The Natchez Trace Parkway motor road is open all year, day and night. Operating hours for information centers and some locations do vary. Severe weather resulting in washouts and downed trees can cause temporary road closures. Questions about road condition should be directed to the Parkway's visitor center by calling 1-800-305-7417.

Day	Hours
Friday	All Day
Monday	All Day
Sunday	All Day
Tuesday	All Day
Saturday	All Day
Thursday	All Day
Wednesday	All Day

Weather info

Mississippi, Alabama, and most of Tennessee are classified as humid subtropical climates. The weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers. Average high temperatures reach into the high 90's in summer and often heat indices are over 100 degrees F. Winters are mild with daytime temperatures around 50 F but lows below freezing are not uncommon. Thunderstorms are common in the southeast and the southern part of Mississippi is occasionally affected by hurricanes. Check local forecasts to plan your trip.