Natchez, MS

Claiborne Co., MS

Raymond, MS

Clinton, MS

Jackson, MS

Ridgeland, MS

Take a unique journey from Natchez to Nashville

French Camp, MS

Chickasaw Co., MS

Tupelo, MS

Tishomingo Co., MS

Tuscumbia, AL

Sheffield, AL

Muscle Shoals, AL

Florence, AL

Collinwood, TN

The Natchez Trace Parkway leads you 444 miles through three states and 10,000 years of North American history. This scenic parkway links Natchez with Nashville and crosses some of the most beautiful terrain in the states of Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee. The Parkway has been declared a National Scenic Byway and an All-American Road, and has been chosen as one of America’s 10 best biking roads. Open year-round for motorists, hikers and bikers, it provides visitors the opportunity for an unhurried trip through time.

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Sounds of the South 

The Natchez Trace Parkway, nestled in the core of the American South, is celebrated not only for its scenic splendor but also for its rich musical legacy.  For many years, musicians have found inspiration and creativity in this region, which is home to both historic recording studios and intimate performance spaces. There are countless musical […]
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Culinary Delights Along the Natchez Trace Parkway: A Gastronomic Journey Through the South

The Natchez Trace Parkway is not just a scenic route through history; it’s also a culinary adventure waiting to be savored. Stretching 444 miles from Nashville, Tennessee, to Natchez, Mississippi, this historic trail offers travelers a tantalizing array of dining options that showcase the rich culinary heritage of the southern United States. From hearty comfort […]

Port Gibson – “A Town Too Beautiful to Burn”

“The Town Too Beautiful to Burn” – General Ulysses S. Grant As the communities supporting the Natchez Trace Parkway, we would like to welcome our newest member, Port Gibson, located in Claiborne County, MS. Established between the Mississippi River and the Big Black River, Claiborne County is located 44 minutes away from Vicksburg and 57 […]

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What to Do

There are so many great historic and cultural highlights to visit on the Natchez Trace Parkway that it can seem difficult just deciding where to start. Allow us to help! From visiting interpretive sites to enjoying a tasty bite to eat in one of our 18 communities, your Natchez Trace journey will be filled with adventure.