Experience the Natchez Trace Parkway Journey
The journey is greater than the destination: we’ve all heard it. But how often in our busy lives do we actual put that to the test? This summer, how about experiencing a 444-mile scenic path, stretching from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee to do just that?
Tishomingo State Park Named One of The South’s Best State Parks
Located along the scenic Natchez Trace, Tishomingo State Park was recently featured in Southern Living Magazine as one of The South’s Best State Parks.
Take a Hike along the Scenic Natchez Trace Parkway
Springtime is here and it’s prime time to get out and get to hiking all along the Natchez Trace Parkway. Folks who have visited the Trace LOVE the hiking trails along the route because they are easygoing, uncluttered, and offer natural, rare beauty.
Waterfalls along the Natchez Trace
There are a few beautiful waterfalls along the Natchez Trace Parkway: Jackson Falls, Fall Hollow and Owens Creek.
Follow the Path of the Kaintucks on the Natchez Trace
In the old days of the Natchez Trace Parkway, thousands of travelers (referred to as “Kaintucks”) endured long journeys by foot in some of the toughest conditions. Their journeys are what make history on the Trace alive today.
Places to Go Along the Natchez Trace
There are many places to visit along the historic 444-mile Natchez Trace Parkway. From Natchez to Nashville, you’ll have to the opportunity to visit some extraordinary places, filled with beauty and 10,000 years of American history.
Best Ways to Enjoy Dogwoods on the Trace
See where and when to enjoy beautiful dogwoods along the Natchez Trace Parkway this spring!
The Natchez Trace Makes Top Lists (And Why You Should Put It On Yours)
As we all know, it has been pretty cold along the Natchez Trace Parkway. We recently made the case for why winter is a great time to visit the trace, and it seems folks may agree! The Trace saw nearly 700,000 visitors during the last month of 2014. That’s an increase of over 200,000 visitors from the same time last year. That figure also puts the 444 mile scenic byway on track to near 7 million visitors for the year, and be quite the contender in the Top 10 Most Visit National Park Service Sites. Those aren’t bad numbers to kick off the new year and begin the celebration of the National Park Services Centennial in 2016!
Pack Up Your Camping Gear and Hit The Natchez Trace
One of the more popular things to love about the Natchez Trace are the endless opportunities for outdoor fun–one in particular… camping.
Fall Color Reports: The Natchez Trace
Love traveling and experiencing nature’s beauty? Now’s time to visit the scenic Natchez Trace! Brilliant fall foliage is blooming along this 444-mile National Scenic Byway.
