Tips to Stay Cooled Off While Camping on Along the Natchez Trace

Camping along the Natchez Trace Parkway is a fun and exciting adventure. But in the South, the weather is typically hot and humid. Fortunately, there are several measures you can take to get through the heat and still enjoy the outdoors while camping the Natchez Trace.

The Wayne County Welcome Center Prepares for Winter in August

The Wayne County Welcome Center located at mile post 355 off the Natchez Trace Parkway continues to advance their efforts to accommodate the visitor.

Tishomingo State Park Named One of the Best Hiking Destinations by Mississippi Magazine

Congratulations to the Tishomingo State Park, located right off the Natchez Trace Parkway, has recently been named one of the best hiking destinations by Mississippi Magazine.

Congratulations to our Facebook $1,000 Gift Certificate Winner!

We recently held a sweepstakes on our Facebook page to giveaway a $1,000 gift certficiate to The Bike Rack in Jackson, Mississippi. The lucky winner was Chris Roebuck of Ridgeland, Mississippi.

Eleven-Year-Old Bikes 100 Miles of the Natchez Trace in One Day

Adam wanted to do something big before school started. His criteria was something fun, challenging and at a location he enjoys. Armed with this information and knowing what a Tennessee history buff he is, his father immediately thought of The Natchez Trace Parkway.

Sesquicentennial of the Civil War – 150th Anniversary

April 12, 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the first shot fired at Fort Sumter—and the official start of the U.S. Civil War. For the next four years (through April 7, 2015), battlefields and historic sites will recognize the sesquicentennial with special activities, displays, and re-enactments.

Viking Classic Sweepstakes

Win a VIKING CLASSIC prize package from Ridgeland Tourism Commission! Visit the Ridgeland Tourism Facebook page to enter!

See What Others are Saying about Natchez Trace

With all the beautiful scenery and history along the Natchez Trace Parkway, no wonder everyone loves it. But don’t take it from us… take it from our Facebook fans! See what they’re saying about the Natchez Trace.

See What Others are Saying about the Natchez Trace

With all the beautiful scenery and history along the Natchez Trace Parkway, no wonder everyone loves it. But don’t take it from us… take it from our Facebook fans! See what they’re saying about the Natchez Trace.

Natchez Trace Parkway featured in USA Today

USA Today asked local experts to name one great scenic drive in each state and the District of Columbia in time for summer road tripping. The Natchez Trace Parkway was chosen in USA Today’s “51 Great Scenic Drives.”