Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi
🔴 hikes
Free entry
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road. The foot trails total more than 60 miles and offer opportunities to explore wetlands, swamps, hardwood forest, and the history of the area.
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No entrance fee.
Hours
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is open every day during daylight hours. Severe weather resulting in washouts and downed trees can cause temporary trail closures. The trail is located entirely within the property boundaries of the Natchez Trace Parkway and questions about the trail and its condition should be directed to the Parkway's visitor center by calling 662-680-4027.
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Things to do
Hiking the Blackland Prairie Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
Hiking the Yockanookany Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
Hiking the Highland Rim Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
Trails on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Hiking the Potkopinu Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
Tent Camping on the Natchez Trace
🔴 Hiking the Rocky Springs Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
Finding Flowers
Visitor centers
Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center
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