Beat the Heat on the Bear Creek along the Natchez Trace Parkway
If you find yourself on the Natchez Trace in need of a refreshing activity this summer, we suggest you check out the Bear Creek near Tishomingo in Northeastern Mississippi.
Cultural Resource Specialist Receives the Southeast Region Employee of the Year Award
Christina Smith, Cultural Resource Specialist for the Natchez Trace Parkway, received the 2013 Southeast Region Employee of the Year Award for excellence in cultural program leadership. The Southeast Region is comprised of 66 National Park Service units and employs almost 3,400 people.
Franklin, TN Named Greatest Southern Towns Bracket
Receiving more than 69 percent of the final round votes, Franklin, TN, is the winner of the 2014 Greatest Southern Towns Bracket, hosted by Garden & Gun Magazine! Thirty-two towns were pitted against each other in this NCAA style bracket and more than 1.3 million votes were cast.
Increase in April Recreational Visits in 2014
“The Natchez Trace Parkway experienced an increase in April recreational visits in 2014 over 2013 figures,” stated Superintendent Mary Risser. “This year, 512,813 people used the Parkway in April compared to 512,248 who were counted in 2013.”
Natchez Trace Parkway Continues to Attract More Visitors
We tell you how wonderful the Natchez Trace Parkway is and it seems more and more people are discovering that, too. The Natchez Trace Parkway experienced an increase in March recreational visits in 2014 over 2013 figures.
Americana Experience Debuts in May
Venues and community leaders in Franklin, Tennessee have come together to create the Americana Experience, ten music-filled days featuring more than 50 acts performing throughout the area’s restaurants, theatres and music venues. Events begin on Thursday May 22nd and are highlighted by the Americana Music Association’s ‘Cross-County Lines’ Festival (presented by Nissan) on May 31st.
Recommend the Natchez Trace Parkway in the U.S. Gulf Coast Geotourism Program
Through the U.S. Gulf Coast States Geotourism MapGuide, you can get local perspectives on what’s special and distinct about USA Gulf Coast States including the Natchez Trace Parkway.
Natchez Trace Parkway is the 8th Most Visited National Park Site in 2013
The Natchez Trace Parkway experienced an increase in recreational visits in 2013 despite the shutdown in October. More than 6.01 million people used and visited the Natchez Trace Parkway in 2013, which is up from the 5.56 million people on the Parkway in 2012.
History along the Natchez Trace Parkway: The Battle of Franklin Sesquicentennial
History buff? The Natchez Trace Parkway is your key to Civil War history, and you can be a part of the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Franklin, which took place 150 years ago on November 30, 1864.
Springtime along the Natchez Trace Parkway
It’s springtime which means dogwoods along the Parkway, cycling, hiking, fishing, camping and more! Spring is a great time to get out and explore the Natchez Trace: warm weather, beautiful scenery and even take part in the fun community activities. There is so much to see and do on the Trace this spring and summer!
