10 Reasons the Natchez Trace Parkway Should Be On Your Bucket List

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One Natchez Trace Parkway fanatic has plenty of reasons why she enjoys it, particularly 10. She put together her top 10 reasons why you should put this trip on your bucket list.

10 Reasons the Natchez Trace Parkway Should Be On Your Bucket List

This historic, 444-mile scenic parkway links Natchez with Nashville and crosses some of the most beautiful terrain in the states of Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee.ย The Natchez Trace 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. We love the Natchez Trace, and so do visitors from all over!

Published in Fun Times Guide, one Parkway fanatic shares her top 10 reasons why you should put the route on your bucket list:

1.ย  You can learn about the journeysย ofย those whoย traveledย along The Traceย as far back as 800 A.D. as well asย more recent travelersย like Meriwether Lewis of the Lewis & Clark Expedition and President Andrew Jackson.

2. ย Enjoy a nostalgic walk and/or drive on parts of the original footย trail โ€” a.k.a.ย theย historic Old Natchez Trace.

3.ย  Commercial traffic is prohibitedย on the Natchez Trace, so youโ€™re not dodging large vehicles or fast-moving traffic. Thereโ€™s definitelyย no hustle & bustle here!

4. ย Theย maximum speed limit is 50 mph, so youโ€™re able to enjoy a leisurely drive through the beautiful countryside at your own pace.

5.ย  There isย very little traffic on the Natchez Trace Parkway, so you can feel comfortable bicycling, jogging, or even walking on the main road itself. (*note: Tupelo and Ridgeland areas have heavier traffic.)

6.ย  Since there areย no billboards, signs, or traffic lightsย on the Trace, itโ€™s easyย to take a step back in time and just enjoy the ride.

7. ย There are lots ofย unique places to pull-off and parkย so you can enjoy the sights and sounds in the area โ€” from creekside rest areas to picnic spots, walking trails, and historic landmarks.

8. ย With plenty ofย roadside attractions along the Natchez Trace Parkway, thereโ€™sย plenty to see and doย for all ages.

9. ย Theย Natchez Trace Parkway is dog-friendlyย with plenty of spots to roam and explore โ€” including numerous creeks, bridges, and trails.

10. ย Thereโ€™s lodging available in the form ofย cabins,ย RV & tent camping, andย bed & breakfasts. Evenย hotels are just a short drive awayย via some of the exits off The Trace.

We have to agree with Lynette that a visitย to the Natchez Trace Parkway is a must! If you love leisure traveling, scenic destinations, delicious food, hiking, bicycling, picnicking, camping, and outdoor fun, it’s time you plan your trip to the Trace.

Learn more about what to do, places to eat, shop, and stay along the Trace by visitingย scenictrace.com. Follow @TheNatchezTrace on Facebook,ย Twitterย and Instagram!