Length: 25.25 mi
Est. time: 9h 54m
Gain: 2,916 ft
Loss: 3,051 ft
Max elev: 1,023 ft
Elevation profile
+2,916 ft gain · −3,051 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Hiking the Highland Rim Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
⏱ This trail is 20 miles in one direction. Dispersed camping is not permitted on the trail. All camping must take place in <a href="https://www.nps.gov/natr/planyourvisit/camping.htm">designated campgrounds.</a>
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Plan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.